FAR FROM THE TREE John 11:1-7, 17-44 Pastor Alan Dionson June 25, 2023
Big Idea: We can face frustration when we face tragedy in our lives, but we place our hope and victory in Christ.
Introduction:
1. Responses to anticipated trials
2. Responses to abrupt trials
A. MARTHA: A STUDY OF SINCERITY
1. Martha’s honesty (v. 17-21)
2. Martha’s hopefulness (v. 22-27)
3. Martha’s hesitation (v. 38-39)
B. MARY: A STUDY OF SORROW
1. Mary’s detachment (v. 19-20, 30)
2. Mary’s displacement (v. 31-32)
3. Mary’s distress (v. 33)
C. JESUS: A STUDY OF THE SHADOW OF THE CROSS
1. Jesus faced adversity (v. 33-37)
2. Jesus experienced misery (v. 38-39)
3. Jesus triumphed in victory (v. 40-44)
Conclusion: