We are nearing the end of our journey through the book of John with a few more weeks to go. We will continue to be focused on the purpose of this blog as we continue to use it in helping us to apply His Word in our life.  I’ve found it to be a great tool in my journey through the Bible and you, my readers are keeping me accountable to daily Bible reading and study.

Here is a link to all the devotionals done so far

Index of devotionals

Anyone can join in as we journey together.

Also, the concepts presented in God’s Perfect Timing offer ideas for using our time wisely and the lessons of God’s Plan for Us gives a method towards making an impact in the world in which we live. 

The reading plan below will be used to hold me accountable to sharing about God’s word. As I share about my study of the last few chapters of the book of John over the next few weeks, 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 this day amazing!

Questions for Reflection

John 13:36 through 14:11 – What questions do Peter, Thomas, and Phillip have? How does Jesus answer their questions? What does Jesus say about knowing God? What has Jesus revealed to you about the Father?

John 14:12-21 – Why will the person who believes in Jesus do greater works than Jesus does? What four promises does Jesus give? What will the Holy Spirit do?

John 14:22-31 – How does Jesus answer Judas’ question? What is the difference between someone who loves Jesus and someone who does not? How does Jesus leave peace? How do you experience peace in your daily living?

John 15:1-17 – How are the vine, gardener, and branches related? Why must the branch abide in the vine? How can you abide in Jesus’ love? What is the greatest example of love (v. 12)? What are ways love shows in us?

John 15:18-27 – What three reasons does Jesus give for the world’s hatred of his disciples (See verse 25 with Ps. 35:19 and 69:4)? How is the Counselor related to truth? How does the presence of the Counselor stabilize your life against the world’s hatred?

John 16:1-11 – What is the purpose of Jesus’ discourse with his disciples? What will happen to the disciples in the future? Why will they benefit when Jesus goes away? Who will take Jesus’ place?

John 16:12-24 – What are three aspects of the Spirit’s work with the believer? What do verses 13-15 reveal about the relationship of Father, Son, and Spirit? What promises does Jesus repeat (see verses 16,20,and 22)? How is the feeling the disciples will have compared to that of a woman in delivering a child? How is asking, receiving, and complete joy related?

Feel free to respond with a short note or a comment about any of the questions above. Also, I welcome any other thoughts or ideas, favorite inspirational videos, photos, or favorite Bible verses. Just add them to the comments.

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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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“BibleGateway.” BibleGateway.com: A Searchable Online Bible in over 150 Versions and 50 Languages. N.p., n.d. Web. <https://www.biblegateway.com/>.