Who is Jesus to You?

In John 7, we see three distinct responses to Jesus—hostile rejection, quiet noncommitment, and genuine belief—and those same reactions still shape hearts today. As we move toward Advent, this message invites us to reflect honestly on how we’re responding to Jesus in our own daily lives. Are we resisting Him, staying silent and undercover in our faith, or choosing to follow Him wholeheartedly? In a world filled with opinions, pressures, and shifting perspectives, the call remains the same: yield to the One who offers living water, transforms lives, and invites us into deeper trust and devotion.

Group Discussion Question:

1. When you think about the three responses to Jesus in John 7—antagonistic, noncommittal, and believing—where do you most naturally find yourself on an average day, and what influences that?

2. Opposition to faith looks different today than it did in the first century. What are some ways you’ve personally experienced subtle or direct resistance when trying to live out your faith?

3. Have you ever felt like an “undercover Christian” in certain environments? What makes it difficult to be open about your faith, and what might help you become more confident?

4. Jesus offers “living water” that satisfies our deepest thirsts. What are the things you tend to turn to instead of Him when you feel dry, overwhelmed, or spiritually empty?

5. As we move into Advent, what is one practical step you want to take to move closer to being fully committed to Jesus—whether that’s Scripture, prayer, community, serving, or something else?