1. GLEANINGS FROM THE GOSPEL OF JOHN - PART IX Escaping the Tomb
Text: John 11:1-44

2. “Some die without having really lived, while others continue to live, in spite of the fact that they have died.”

3. What Are the Tombs We Face in Life?

4. I. THE TOMB OF DISCOURAGEMENT (John 11:1-21)
A. It Placed Jesus in Danger (John 11:8) - John 2:4; 7:6,8,30; 8:20; 11:8, 9; 8:44; 9:59
B. It Placed the Family in Danger (John 11:9-21)

5. II. THE TOMB OF DEATH (John 11:28-37)

6. III. THE TOMB OF DELIVERANCE (John 11:22-27, 38-44)
Jesus did not conquer death so we could return to a life conquered by Discouragement and Death.
He overcame the grave in order to bring about the Deliverance of our soul which includes our mind (thinking), emotions (feeling), and will (doing).

7. What Tomb Best Describes Your Present Position and Belief
What Tomb Best Describes Your Present Position and Belief? What Can God and You Do about It?