Jesus: Lord and Savior

John 6 highlights the difference between a lowercase “s” savior and a capital “S” Savior, showing how one letter can change everything. The crowd sought Jesus to meet immediate needs, while the disciples recognized Him as Lord and Son of God. Through the story of Jesus walking on water, it illustrates that true discipleship means trusting Jesus not just to help in storms, but to reign over every part of life. Followers surrender fully, declaring with their mouths and believing in their hearts that Jesus is Lord, inviting Him into the storms of life rather than simply seeking relief.

Group Discussion Questions

1. Am I looking to Jesus as a Savior to help me, or as my Lord to guide and reign over every part of my life?

2. What does the difference between a lowercase “s” savior and a capital “S” Savior mean to you personally? Can you think of ways you’ve treated Jesus more like the former than the latter?

3. In the story of Jesus walking on water, the disciples experienced fear, struggle, and eventual recognition of who He really is. How do you respond when life feels like a storm? Do you tend to ask Jesus to fix the problem, or invite Him into the situation?

4. How does the comparison between being a fan and being a follower challenge the way you live out your faith daily? What would following Jesus more fully look like in your life this week?

5. The message emphasizes surrender as a continual practice, not just a one-time decision. What areas of your life are hardest for you to surrender to Jesus, and why?

6. Think about a time when you fully trusted Jesus in a difficult situation. How did that experience shape your understanding of Him as your Lord, not just your helper?