03/22/2026
Topic: A Witness of Jesus Hated by the World
Passage: John 15:18-27
The Gospel of John: Expository Sermon #59
Sermon Notes & Reflection Guide
1. Note-taking:
- Write down phrases or insights that touched your heart during the sermon.
2. Questions for Understanding:
- What is the fundamental reason the world hates us? (v. 19)
- Whose victory does the 'hatred without cause' in Psalm 69:4 (quoted by Jesus) foreshadow?
- What is the role of the 'Advocate' (Holy Spirit) who defends and helps us?
3. Questions for Application
- Have you recently experienced 'minor persecution' or 'disadvantage' at work or home because of your faith?
- Are you seeking the 'heart of Jesus' to pray for those who dislike you?
4. Sharing Together
- Share an experience where you chose 'honesty' and 'holiness' instead of compromising, even in the face of the world's pressure.
- Pray
- Lord, let us long for Your praise more than the world’s recognition, and empower us to witness for Jesus through the Holy Spirit.
