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God’s remedy for a troubled heart: The promise of a place! He has to go to prepare that place for us. He will come again to get us. He will be our dwelling. The way to that place! The way The truth The life A resource along the way! Questions: Did the Holy Spirit speak to you about anything today? Read verses 1-4. Why were the disciples troubled in heart? (13:33,36) What did Jesus tell them to do to overcome anxiety? What does this suggest about their fundamental problem? What does it mean to trust in God and to trust in Jesus? Read verses 2-3. What did Jesus mean by “my Father’s house”? What did he promise the disciples? What hope does this promise plant? (See also 2 Cor 5:1; 1 Pe 1:3) What difference does it make to believe this promise? (Heb 11:9-10) What kind of lives do those live who don't believe this promise? Read verses 5-7. How did Thomas respond? Why didn’t he know where Jesus was going? What did Jesus teach him and us about the way to God? Why is Jesus the only way? (Jn 1:18; Acts 4:12; 1 Ti 2:5,6) Why is Jesus the truth? (Jn 18:37; Jn 1:14; Ro 1:18-20, 25) What are some characteristics of truth? What does it mean that Jesus is the life? (See 1:4; 5:24; 20:31) Read verses 8-11. How did Philip respond? What do you think was his problem? What did Jesus teach him about the relationship of the Father and the Son? What evidence does he give Philip to lead him to believe? What can we learn here about belief? How is the God the Father revealed in the person and works of Jesus? Why is this important? Jesus tells the disciples that they should at least believe in Him because of His works (v. 11). How would you address someone who says they will only believe in God if they can see Him do something miraculous? How is it that a person truly comes to know God?