The journey through 1 Kings has given encouragement for the journey ahead that will now take us into the Gospel of John for a while. We will continue to gain insight from God’s Word in order to apply our faith at work, at home, and in all we do.
The reading plan below will be used to hold me accountable as I share about God’s Word. To share about the Gospel of John, it’s important to have a plan. I’m thankful that Jesus is God’s plan for us and by accepting Christ as Savior, we have taken the steps necessary to make each day amazing!
Questions for Reflection
John 1:1-18 – Who is the Word? Why is the Word’s life, man’s light? Who bears witness to the light? What is the purpose of the Word’s appearance in the flesh?
John 1:19-34 – How does John the Baptist bear witness to Christ? What does John say Christ will do? How can you bear witness to Christ?
John 1:35-51 – How do the disciples meet Christ? How do they identify Jesus? What have you learned from these examples to help you present Christ to others?
John 2:1-12 – What power of Christ does the miracle at Cana reveal (See John 1:3)? What does Jesus’ first sign manifest (See John 1:14)? What is the result of Jesus’ first sign?
John 2:13-25 – What happens in the Temple? What emotional response does Jesus have? How does He refer to temple in verse 19? For what reason do many people in Jerusalem believe in Jesus’ name? How does the knowledge that Jesus has about all our thoughts affect the openness and honesty of our prayers?
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Resources and Supplementary Helps Used in Posts
Adeney, Carol. This Morning with God: A Daily Study Guide to the Entire Bible. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity, 1978. Print.
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“Bible.” The Bible – The Word of God – ChristNotes. N.p., n.d. Web. 2017. <http://www.christianity.com/bible/>.
Nicholes, Lou. “Recent Commentaries.” Family-Times.net – Devotional Commentary Index. N.p., n.d. Web. <http://www.family-times.net/commentary/>.
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This Day With God - A Spiritual Journey 
Q – How does the knowledge that Jesus has about all our thoughts affect the openness and honesty of our prayers?
A – He knows anyway, so I just say what I’m thinking or feeling and let Him help me change what needs to change. Its more about me facing and addressing what I’m thinking so that He can help me change whatever needs to change. More about being honest with myself so that I can be on the same page as Him. He’s the one waiting for me to show up to the board meeting, not vice versa. And He’s the one leading that board meeting not me, even though I try to take charge sometimes. He’s very patient with my antics & foolishness. I wouldn’t and don’t handle this as well as He does. Oh boy, I guess I have a ways to go still – lol. Prayers accepted.
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Thanks for sharing. We can apply what we learn from the Bible, from each other, and from our combined experiences. All good reasons to be grateful and worship our Lord!
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Looking forward the study in John.
Shalom!
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