Many people today seem to be chasing the "power" of God. What is the power of God? What is the evidence of being saved? How much evidence do we need? Where does fruit bearing fit in? What about "easy believism"? Shouldn't we be concerned about that?

I misrepresented my motives for marriage years ago. Am I forgiven by God for the sin of dishonesty? How do we convince others of the finished work of Christ? What about 1 John 1:9? Who is it written to? How can we know for sure?

Would you pray for my housing situation? Why is the resurrection so central to Christianity? What does it mean for us personally? What are your thoughts on "hypergrace"? Why is Jesus called the "firstborn of the dead" in Revelation 1:5?

What should I know about angels? Was the disciple Matthew autistic? My girlfriend's funeral was today, and my pastor said only chosen people go to heaven. This worries me! Can you explain?

I suffer with sleep paralysis. What can I do? If our sins are forgiven, then do we have to give an account? I never really knew God until now! Does the punishment in Hell last forever or come to an end? How come God doesn't use more "gotcha" moments to prove Jesus is Messiah? I wish I could experience Christ as my life more. What should I do?

1. Read verses 1–3. What does it mean to you personally that Jesus is your Creator? How does this shape the way you see His authority, care, and nearness?
2. Read verses 4–5. React to this statement: "Jesus is the light of men." What does His light reveal, and what does it overcome?
3. Read verses 6–8. What was the purpose of John the Baptist's ministry? Why was his role intentionally limited and temporary?
4. Read verse 11. Why do you think so many people rejected Jesus, even when He came to His own?
5. Read verses 12–13. React to this statement: Those who believe and receive Christ are born of God. Why is this simple message so difficult for people?
6. Read verse 16. What does it mean to you to have received from His fullness? How have you experienced "grace upon grace" in your life?
7. Read verse 17. How does this verse contrast the old covenant with the new covenant? What changes when grace and truth come through Jesus Christ?
8. Read verse 18. How does Jesus explain God to us? What do we learn about God's heart by looking at Christ?

If our sins are taken away, why does Romans 4:7 say "covered"? What does "work out your salvation with fear and trembling" really mean? Does Galatians 2:20 say we live by faith "in" Christ or by the faith "of" Christ?

Why are the genealogies of Jesus so different in Matthew and Luke? I struggle with obsessive thoughts and wonder if I truly "did it right" to get saved. Do we really have to submit to any and every pastor? What if it's an unhealthy environment or dynamic?