John 12
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John 12
Bible Experience
Lectio Divina John 12:1-8
John 12 sets the stage for the most significant event in human history, telling the story of Jesus' last days before his crucifixion.
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THE BIBLE PROJECT: This is another one of the earliest accounts of Jesus’ life, and we learn at the end of the book that it comes from one of Jesus’ closest followers, called “the disciple whom Jesus loved.” He appears many times in the story itself and there’s some debate about whether it’s John the son of Zebedee who was one of the twelve disciples, or a different John who lived in Jerusalem and was later known as John the Elder. Whichever John it was, the book embodies his eyewitness testimony. It has been brilliantly designed with a clear purpose that he states near the end. He says he wrote the book, “so that you may come to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, and that by believing, you may have life in his name”. John believes that the Jesus you read about in this book is alive and real and can change your life forever. The book of John opens with an introductory poem and a short story that is followed by a big block of stories about Jesus performing miraculous signs that generate increasing controversy (chs. 2-10). It all culminates in Jesus’ greatest sign, the raising of Lazarus, which also creates the greatest controversy. Israel’s leaders decide to kill Jesus (chs. 11-12), which launches us into the book’s second half. These chapters focus on Jesus’ final night and last words to his disciples, followed by his arrest, trial, death, and resurrection (chs. 18-20). The book concludes with an epilogue.
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GUIDED LECTIO DIVINA The practice of Lectio Divina is based on the belief that Christ is truly present in Scripture and that the reading of Scripture allows God to speak to us. The phrase Lectio Divina means “divine reading” in Latin and is a fitting name for this prayer practice of listening to Scripture with the ear of the heart. The traditional monastic practice includes scriptural reading, meditation and prayer intended to promote communion with God and to increase the knowledge of God's word. In the view of one commentator, it does not treat Scripture as texts to be studied, but as the living word. Preparation:
- Find a quiet and comfortable space where you can sit and reflect without distractions.
- Take a few deep breaths to center yourself and invite a sense of calmness.
- Read John 12:1-8 slowly and attentively.
- As you read, pay attention to any words or phrases that stand out to you. Allow the text to speak to you personally.
- Reflect on the passage you've just read. What emotions or thoughts does it evoke in you?
- Consider the characters in the passage: Jesus, Mary, Martha, Lazarus, and Judas. How do their actions and words resonate with you?
- Ponder the significance of Mary anointing Jesus' feet with expensive perfume. What does this act symbolize? How does it speak to you about love, devotion, or sacrifice?
- Respond to the passage in prayer. Share with God your thoughts, feelings, and questions that have arisen during your reflection.
- Ask for insight and understanding as you continue to engage with this scripture.
- Sit quietly in God's presence, allowing the words and images from the passage to sink deeply into your heart.
- Be open to any insights or revelations that may come to you as you dwell in silence.
- Close your time of Lectio Divina with a prayer of gratitude, thanking God for the gift of His Word and for the insights you've gained.
- Consider how you can carry what you've learned from this passage into your daily life.
- Think about how you can apply the message of John 12:1-8 in your life. Is there a specific action you feel called to take or a change you need to make?
- Commit to living out the insights you've gained through this Lectio Divina practice.
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Visio Divina is translated from Latin as “divine seeing.” It is related to the prayer form Lectio Divina (divine reading). But instead of Scripture, this form of prayer uses visual elements to help set your mind on prayer. It allows God to speak into your heart through the image.You are invited to experience this image through Visio Divina. READ John 12:12-16LOOK at the piece of art, slowly and carefully.Visio Divina Questions:What thoughts or feelings does this image evoke? Is there something God wants you to see? To hear?What kind of prayer rises within you as you ponder this work? Go ahead and express that to God now.
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