Discussion Questions
Discuss the story in small groups using the following questions. {10–15 minutes}
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Why did the Pharisees want to kill Jesus? Why did Judas betray him?
Takeaway
Most people didn’t have eyes to see who Jesus really was.
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After the Passover meal, where did Jesus go and with who? Why did he want his friends with him? What was he there to do? Was he looking forward to being crucified?
Takeaway
Although Jesus knew he came to die, he needed help to face the suffering and death.
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Did anyone stay with Jesus when he was betrayed by Judas and arrested? What did his closest friends do? How do you think he felt?
Takeaway
Jesus was betrayed and denied by his closest friends.
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How did Peter feel after he denied Jesus? How do you feel when you disobey God? Who did Jesus come to die for? What should we do when we sin?
Takeaway
Jesus died to save sinners like Peter and you and me.
