Belief That Works

John 12:37-50

1. Belief in Jesus.

• Jesus had done many miraculous signs in their presence yet many refused to believe in Him. John 12:37
• Others believed, but they feared the Pharisees so they remained silent. John 12:42
• The prophet Isaiah foretold all of this. John 12:38

2. What will people think?

• Peer pressure kept many from proclaiming their faith in Jesus. John 12:43
• The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Psalm 111:10

3.Jesus, the light of the world.

• I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness. John 12:46
• Jesus did not come to judge the world but to save it. 12:47
• God’s commands led to eternal life. John 12:50