Trial to Triumph (part 1) Sermon Audio, Video, & Questions

On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Wildwood Community Church, I preached a sermon based on John 18:1-11. This message was part 1 of the “Trial to Triumph” Easter sermon series. Below you will find questions related to the message for personal reflection or group discussion. You will also find audio and video from the message to listen to/watch, download or share.

Sermon Questions:

Pray
Read John 18:1-11
What is an example of a big decision you have made in life that involved a lot of intentional steps to complete? What is an example of something that has happened to you in life that was completely beyond your level of influence or control?
In John 18 we see Jesus very intentionally moving toward the cross- facilitating His arrest by what He did NOT do. In the message we talked about a number of things Jesus could have done that He did not do in the Garden of Gethsemane. What stood out to you most about Jesus’ actions there?
How does knowing that your salvation was God’s desire and will impact the way you view your place in God’s family?
Jesus’ actions in the Garden of Gethsemane show His willingness to die in our place. Of course, this is MOST OBVIOUS in the fact that Jesus died for our sins, but it is also evident in some of the smaller actions Jesus took on behalf of His followers in the Garden. What are some of the ways you see Jesus putting others before Himself there?
Have you trusted in Jesus for the forgiveness of your sins? If not, would you consider doing so today? If you are a Christian, how does this passage today impact you to want to continue to follow Jesus and give Him your life?
What stands out to you most from this message? Any particular takeaway?