MON, 24th February
John 5:28-47
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MOSES — One of the most important prophets in the Old Testament. He was chosen by God to lead the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt to their own land. God performed many miracles through Moses, which included the ten plagues that hit Egypt, the separation of the Dead Sea to let the Israelites pass through, the provision of food from heaven (manna) for them to eat in the desert, and so on.
Questions
- How many witnesses are mentioned in this passage that would testify that Jesus was indeed sent by God? Please list them out.
- What was Jesus’ assessment of the Jewish leaders? How does this insight serve as a warning to all of us?
Prayer Suggestions
- Praise God that he has given us multiple witnesses who have confirmed the claims of Jesus, while testifying that he really is the Chosen One sent by God.
- Pray that rather than seeking glory from one another, we will focus on the glory that comes from the only God (v44).
TUE, 25th February
John 6:1-15
Questions
- This was yet another sign that revealed the glory of Jesus. What do you think was the overall purpose of this sign?
- Why did Jesus involve the disciples and also all the people when performing this sign? Why do you think God often chooses to involve his children (like you and me, or the church in general) to bring about his purposes?
- What is strange about verses 14-15?
Prayer Suggestions
- Pray that we would develop a trust so deep that even when we don’t fully understand how it works, we are still willing to trust and obey the Lord.
- Give thanks for three things in your prayers today.
WED, 26th February
John 6:16-24
Questions
- Why do you think the crowds were so eagerly searching for Jesus?
Prayer Suggestions
- Pray for your non-Christian friends and family. Pray for opportunities to share something you have learned from John’s Gospel with them.
- Pray for Australia, an aspect of the country that you care about — e.g. leadership, economy, justice, education, agriculture, foster care, or the environment.
THU, 27th February
John 6:25-52
Questions
- What does it mean that Jesus is the bread of life? (Update your mind map.)
- How is Jesus better than Moses?
- Why were the Jews offended by what Jesus said?
Prayer Suggestions
- Give thanks that Jesus is the living bread who came from heaven, and that by believing in him we have eternal life.
FRI, 28th February
John 6:53-71
Questions
- What does it mean to eat Jesus’ flesh and drink his blood? What exactly was Jesus referring to when he said this? Why would he be willing to do that? What significance does this have for you?
- If you were there listening to Jesus, would you have turned away or would you have stayed? Why?
Prayer Suggestions
- Tell Jesus how much you appreciate his sacrifice in order for you to have life in Christ — a life everlasting!
SAT, 29th February
Congratulations! You have reached the end of the first month in the Gospel of John. I hope it has been an exciting and fruitful journey so far.
Please take some time today to look over your notes and add anything you think of onto your JESUS mind map. Have a look at it and be amazed at everything we’ve been able to find out about Jesus so far, and take some time to tell him how special he is to you!
Just a few things you can check out over the weekend…
- A prayerful song to help in our reflections: “O Great God” (Sovereign Grace).
- A great article to read: “The Strange Task of Witnessing About Light” (John Piper).
SUN, 1st March
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