•Ministry Fail – John’s Disciples See the handwriting on the wall (vs. 22-26) oCompetition (vs. 22-25) oDesperation (vs. 26) •Ministry Success – John’s Response to his disciples (vs. 27-29) oThe Sovereignty of God (vs. 27,28) oThe role of the best man (vs. vs. 29) •Ministry Joy – John seeing Christ’s Role (vs. 30) o “Must” vs. “Should” oWho will ultimately become greater ____________________________________ Sermon Resources oJohn Andreas Kostenberger, Baker Exegetical Commentary Series oThe Gospel According to John, D.A. Carson, Pillar Commentary Series oJohn, Gary Burdge, New International Commentary Series o“I Believe in Tim Tebow”, Rick Reilly, ESPN the Magazine.