March 10 - John 5

Read: John chapter 5 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The man beside the pool of Bethesda had been ill for 38 years.  Jesus asked him if he wanted to get well.  From what do you need to be healed?

March 9 - John 4

Read: John chapter 4 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: When the Samaritan woman learned she was in the presence of the Messiah, she ran to tell and many believed.  When have you been the most excited to tell about the Messiah?

March 8 - John 3

Read: John chapter 3 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus told Nicodemus that God’s light had come into the world, but people loved the darkness more than they loved the light.  Think of a time in your life when you leaned more toward the darkness than the light.  What was that experience like?

March 7 - John 2

Read: John chapter 2 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: ‘No one needed to tell [Jesus] about human nature, for he knew what was in each person’s heart.’  (V 25, NLT). Is there anything in your heart you need to discuss with him?

March 6 - John 1

Read: John chapter 1 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Do you see it there?  Jesus has always existed.  Everything was made through him.  He gave life to everything that was created.  He was.  He created. He came.  He will come again. What is He to you?

March 5 - Luke 24

Read Luke chapter 24 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: After their eyes were opened, two travelers were amazed at the depth and power of the Scriptures, as Jesus explained them.  Can you think of a time when the Word of God has amazed you?

March 4 - Luke 23

Read: Luke chapter 23 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The church leaders wanted to protect the church and the world from Jesus. Does this still happen today?  Where in the world is Jesus most visible?

March 3 - Luke 22

Read: Luke chapter 22 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus called Himself a servant of people.  What are the ways the people of God can serve other believers? What are ways they can serve those who do not believe?

March 2 - Luke 21

Read: Luke chapter 22 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The disciples talked with Jesus about the splendor of the Temple.  He told them that it would all be demolished one day. He then told them about the difficulties His followers would suffer.  Have you ever had difficulty because you are a follower of Jesus?  In what way?

March 1 - Luke 20

Read: Luke chapter 20 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The church leaders of Jesus’ day asked Him by whose authority He was doing miracles.  What has God done in your life by His power?

February 28 - Luke 19

Read: Luke chapter 19 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Jesus said that His Temple was to be a house of prayer.  If you are the temple of the Holy Spirit, how can you make yourself a house of prayer?

February 27 - Luke 18

Read: Luke chapter 18 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: As Jesus passed by in a large crowd, a blind man on the side of the road called out to Him and was healed.  For what do you need to call out to Jesus today?

February 26 - Luke 17

Read: Luke chapter 17 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus told those listening that it would be 'business as usual' on the day He returns.  Is there anything you need to do to get ready?

February 25 - Luke 16

Read: Luke chapter 16 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: In this chapter, Jesus shares a story about a rich man who does not go to heaven.  He is in torment about his still living family members who may also not go to be with God when they die.  Think of someone you love who doesn't believe that Jesus is the way to God.  How might you pray for them to have a heart open to God?

February 24 - Luke 15

Read: Luke chapter 15 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus tells a story about a shepherd who left his 99 sheep to go after the one that was lost.  When have you felt like you were lost from the flock? How did it feel to be found?

February 23 - Luke 14

Read: Luke chapter 14 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus speaks of counting the cost of following Him. What has it cost you to follow Jesus? What more could you invest?

February 22 - Luke 13

Read: Luke chapter 13 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The Kingdom of God is like a mustard seed.  What evidence of growth do you find in yourself?

February 21 - Luke 12

Read: Luke chapter 12 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus taught about storing up treasure in heaven.  How are you personally storing up treasure that will last?

February 20 - Luke 11

Read: Luke chapter 11 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: Jesus not only taught about prayer - he prayed.  When you are going to get serious with God, what do YOU do?

February 19 - Luke 10

Read: Luke chapter 10 (CEB, NIV, NRSV)

Reflection Question: The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few (v 2). What does Jesus' statement mean to you?  How do you see yourself becoming a worker in the harvest?