WEEK 27.7: Discussion questions below.Episode SummaryIn this SLTJ Explore episode, Nick and Jamie go through the beginning of John 11 and the famous story of Lazarus. They explore why only John recorded this pivotal miracle, examine Jesus's puzzling delay when Lazarus was sick, and discuss the raw honesty of Martha's confrontation with Jesus. The episode addresses the difficult tension between resurrection hope and letting things die, while emphasizing that disappointment with God is normal and acceptable. They also explore Jewish mourning traditions and Jesus's powerful declaration "I am the resurrection and the life" as both present reality and future hope.Timestamps00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:51 Week 27 Recap02:20 Discussion on Martha and Mary 03:21 The Significance of Lazarus' Miracle 04:40 Why Did Only John Recorded Lazarus' Miracle?08:15 Jesus' Love and Disappointment 16:10 Trusting Jesus' Plan 22:36 Returning to Judea 28:16 Martha Confronts Jesus 29:33 Martha's Honest Exchange with Jesus 32:17 The Tension Between Hope and Letting Go 37:28 The Role of Community in Grief 39:53 Martha's Raw Emotions and Honest Faith 44:55 Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life 54:42 The Importance of Being Honest with God 56:50 Final Thoughts and TakeawaysUnderstanding Disappointment with GodNormal Part of Faith: Disappointment with God is a common experience that doesn't indicate lack of faith or lovePermission to Express: Martha's direct confrontation shows we can be brutally honest about our feelings with JesusDifferent Processing Styles: People handle disappointment differently - some confront directly like Martha, others withdraw like Mary initiallyCommunity Support: Jewish mourning traditions emphasize not grieving alone, requiring community presence for healingDiscussion QuestionsRead through John 11:1-32. Share what the passage reveals to you about God, about humanity, and about following Jesus. Then discuss some or all of the following questions:Disappointment and Love: How do you reconcile the reality that God loves you deeply while sometimes allowing disappointing circumstances? What helps you navigate seasons when God's love and your disappointment seem to conflict?Honest Prayer: Martha directly tells Jesus "if you had been here, my brother wouldn't have died." How comfortable are you expressing raw disappointment, anger, or frustration to God in prayer? What holds you back from complete honesty?Letting Go vs. Holding On: The hosts discuss the tension between resurrection hope and knowing when to let things die. How do you discern when God wants you to keep fighting for something versus when it's time to release it and let it go?Present vs. Future Hope: Jesus declares "I am the resurrection and the life," offering both present abundant life and future resurrection. How do you experience Jesus as "life" in your current circumstances, not just as future hope after death?Community in Grief: Jewish tradition requires community presence during mourning and focuses prayers on God's faithfulness rather than the loss. How has community (or lack thereof) affected your ability to process disappointment or grief?End your time by taking a minute to listen to the Holy Spirit and prayerfully choose an “I will…” intention. One small, practical step you’ll take this week to put your learning into practice.Connect With UsEmail: [email protected] Media: @GoTheWildWay on Instagram and FacebookWebsite: thewildway.caDONATE TO THE WILD WAY⁠.  Your support helps us create spiritual formation and discipleship resources that help people be formed in the image of Christ for the sake of others. 

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