Christ In Control

Northwest Bible Church – July 12, 2015 – Worship Service – Alan Conner

John 18:4-12

Christ in Control

Intro

A. JESUS CONTROLS HIS ARREST (John 18:4-7).

1) The Lord knew all the things that were coming upon Him (v. 4).

2) The Lord initiates the confrontation (v. 4).

3) The Lord answers, “I AM He” (vv. 5-6).

4) The arresting mob recovers and continues (v. 7).

B. JESUS CONTROLS THE SAFETY OF HIS DISCIPLES (John 18:7-12).

1) Jesus protects His followers (v. 8).

2) The fulfillment of His word (John 18:9; see John 17:12; 6:39; 10:28).

3) Jesus admonishes and protects Peter (vv. 10-11).

a) Peter’s character is revealed.

b) The Lord’s character is revealed.

c) His enemies’ character is revealed.

4) Christ alone is arrested (v. 12).

Conclusion