Bearing much Fruit

Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year B

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Jesus continues the preparation of his followers. The hour has almost arrived for “the Son of Man to be glorified.” Whatever could he mean, his disciples wonder? So Jesus selects a concrete image, one they will all have experienced: a grain of wheat – apparently lifeless – yet falling into the earth and dying, bears much fruit. The paradox: those who love their life lose it. Whoever serves Jesus, must follow Jesus. And as Jesus accepts what is to come, the voice again is heard. The crowd thinks it is thunder, the disciples perhaps hear God assuring Jesus that God is being glorified by Jesus. And once again Jesus assures us that when he is lifted up from the earth he will draw all people to himself. The disciples shook their heads. We are still unpacking the power of this message.

Download the lesson plans for the Fifth Sunday of Lent

LPTW Lent 5, Year B, Younger Children
LPTW Lent 5, Year B, Older Children
LPTW Lent 5, Year B, Adults
LPTW Lent 5, Year B, All