John 11:45-57 In My Place Condemned He Stood Summary: What are you going to do about Jesus? Everyone has to answer that question. Some try to ignore him, while others hate him. In our passage today, John tells us that the religious leaders were threatened by Jesus, and refused to believe in him even though they had seen his miracles. So they planned to kill him. What should they have done? They should have believed in Him! Let's think about it: Outline: 1. An evil plot 2. An unwitting prophecy 3. What are you going to do about Jesus? Verse: John 11:50 ...

I Have Seen the Lord John 20:1-18 Jesus is Risen! Today we worship Jesus who rose from the dead, and get to see how people like Mary Magdalene, John, and Peter first saw and believed that Jesus was actually raised from the dead. Because He lives, our salvation is true and we too will one day live forever. Let's think about it: Outline: 1. Believing in the resurrection 2. Hope in the midst of sorrow 3. The peace of the risen Christ given to you Verse: Matthew 28:5-6 “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. 6 He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. What do we learn from John 20:1-10 about Jesus' resurrection? Why might John have included the details about the linen cloths that were used to wrap Jesus' body? 2. Mary Magdalene has a prominent place in the accounts of Jesus' resurrection. She was likely one of Jesus' followers from the earliest moments, a woman who had been healed of demon possession. Why is it significant that she is the first person to whom Jesus appears? How does her response to Jesus help us think about our own relationship to him? 3. It is hard to imagine the moment when Jesus appeared to his disciples in the room that night (vv. 19-23). Twice he declared peace to them, which was a traditional greeting, but that night meant something new. How does the resurrection of Jesus mean peace for us?

John 11:28-44 I Am the Resurrection and the Life, Part 3 Summary: Do you ever wonder if Jesus cares for you? I think Martha and Mary may have wondered about his care when their brother Lazarus died. But today, we get to see the depths of Jesus' love, and his power over death. As we study this miracle, ask God to help you worship Jesus, especially as we get ready to celebrate Good Friday and Easter this week. Outline: 1. Grasp the compassion of Jesus in the face of death 2. Believe, that you might see the glory of God 3. Trust in Jesus who conquered death Verse: John 11:43 When he had said these things, he cried out with a loud voice, “Lazarus, come out.” Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. How were Mary and Martha's approach to Jesus different when he arrived? 2. Why does the text tell us repeatedly that Jesus was deeply troubled (see 11:33,38) and that he wept (v.35)? What does this tell us about Jesus, and how might that help you in your own sorrows? 3. Why did Jesus pray before he raised Lazarus from the dead? What does it show us about his relationship with the Father? 4. How does this miracle foreshadow what Jesus came to do? How can it help you as we prepare for Good Friday and Easter?

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John 11:17-27 I Am the Resurrection and the Life, Part 2 Summary:

John 11:17-27 I Am the Resurrection and the Life, Part 2 Summary:

I Am the Resurrection and the Life, Part 1 John 11:1-16 Summary: If you have ever had a loved one die, you know how painful and sad it can be. Two sisters, Martha and Mary, were desperate one day because their brother Lazarus was sick and near death. In their fear they sent for their dear friend Jesus, hoping he would come to help before it was too late. Let's think about their struggle, and Jesus' plan to build their faith: Outline: The desperation of death The delays of love The ministry in the daytime The hope of new life Verse: John 11:11 “Our friend Lazarus has fallen asleep, but I go to awaken him.” Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. In this story Mary, Martha, and Lazarus are desperate when they call for Jesus. What desperate moments have you experienced? Did you experience a greater fellowship with Jesus? Did you find yourself questioning God's goodness at times? 2. Why did Jesus wait two days before going to Lazarus? Why was his delay a

John 10:30-42 I and the Father Are One Summary: One of the most important things to know and believe about Jesus is found in one sentence that Jesus says in our Bible passage today. He says,

John 10:21-29 Forever Secure Summary: Today we need to listen to Jesus as he tells us that we are safe and secure in his hands. Jesus gives us a promise that will last forever. If we are his sheep, we are safe, and no one can snatch us out of his hand forever! Let's listen to his promises today: Outline: 1. Why do some people not respond to Jesus? 2. What is the response of true sheep? 3. Jesus makes lavish promises to his sheep Verse: John 10:28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. In this passage the Jews press Jesus to admit that he is the Christ. What is Jesus' response? 2. Why do some people not believe in Jesus? Why is it significant that Jesus says

John 10:21-29 Forever Secure Summary: Today we need to listen to Jesus as he tells us that we are safe and secure in his hands. Jesus gives us a promise that will last forever. If we are his sheep, we are safe, and no one can snatch us out of his hand forever! Let's listen to his promises today: Outline: 1. Why do some people not respond to Jesus? 2. What is the response of true sheep? 3. Jesus makes lavish promises to his sheep Verse: John 10:28 I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. In this passage the Jews press Jesus to admit that he is the Christ. What is Jesus' response? 2. Why do some people not believe in Jesus? Why is it significant that Jesus says

John 10:11-21 I Am the Good Shepherd Summary: Jesus is our Good Shepherd. What does that mean? It means we are his sheep. He knows us and cares for us. He laid down his life to save us, and now guides and protects us. It means we have a Savior to whom we can run and be safe forever. Today, let's listen to Jesus, our Good Shepherd: Outline: 1. Your shepherd's sacrifice for you 2. Your shepherd's union with you 3. Your shepherd's mission 4. Your shepherd's authority Verse: John 10:11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. Why did Jesus contrast himself as the

John 10:1-10 I Am the Door Summary: Do you know the job of a shepherd? Their job is to protect the sheep. In Jesus' day shepherds would often keep their sheep in a pen called a

John 9:13-41 Lord I Believe! Summary: Let's think again today about Jesus healing the blind man. Some people would not believe that Jesus was God's Son or that he could have healed this man. People today still struggle to believe in Jesus. Do you know someone who needs Jesus in their life? Let's pray for them today, and also ask God to teach us from his word: Outline 1. Timid faith 2. A bold stand 3. Open eyes Verse: John 9:38 (ESV)38 He said, “Lord, I believe,” and he worshiped him. Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. What are the various ways people reacted to this miracle? How do some still today have such varied reactions to Jesus? 2. How does this man’s responses to the religious leaders show us his heart and faith? 3. How can this miracle strengthen your faith and embolden your witness today?

John 9:1-12 Eyes Opened for the Glory of God Summary: Do you know someone who is blind? Think for a moment of all the special challenges for someone whose eyes do not work. Today in John 9 we'll see Jesus healing a man who was blind from birth. Can you imagine how amazing it would have been for this man to see for the first time? Let's see Jesus' power as this man is healed: 1. The glory of God in our suffering 2. The light of Jesus in our darkness 2. The power of God in our weakness Verse: John 9:5 As long as I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. In John 9 the disciples asked Jesus who sinned that this man was born blind. Why would they ask this? What is the view of God that this reveals? 2. What was Jesus' answer to their question (v.3)? How does this help us understand at least some of God's purposes for our sufferings in this life? 3. How is Jesus

John 8:48-59 Before Abraham Was, I AM Summary: Have you ever been called names by someone? It can be hurtful when someone does that. Jesus had people who cast one of the most terrible insults at him, saying that he was possessed by a demon. Can you imagine? But Jesus instead revealed his glory, saying that he is the God who existed before time. Let's listen in: Outline: 1. The monstrous lie 2. The glorious promise 3. The eternal Son Verse: John 8:58 Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am.” Questions for devotions and family worship: 1. Why did the Pharisees in this passage accuse Jesus of being a

1 Peter 1:1-13 The Goodness of the Gospel for You Memory verse: According to His great mercy, He has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, (1 Peter 1:3b)

John 8:37-47 Who is Your Father? Summary: It is a great gift from God to have parents who love Jesus and want to help you learn to love and follow Him. It is easy for us to take that gift for granted! But we might also assume that we are saved just because we are born into a Christian family. But the Bible tells us that we must each receive Jesus as Savior. Today let's listen in as Jesus warns some people who think they are right with God simply because they were born into father Abraham's family: Outline: 1. Bloodlines cannot save 2. Bear the family resemblance 3. Beware of the devil Verse: John 8:47a

Text: Daniel 3 Title: Hyphenate Existence (cont.) Outline: 1. Return to Babel 2. Resigned to Die 3. Rescue in the Fire Memory Verse: He answered and said, “But I see four men unbound, walking in the midst of the fire, and they are not hurt: and the appearance of the fourth is like a son of the gods.” (Daniel 3:25)

Daniel 2 “Hyphenated Existence, Part 2” Outline = I. Daniel’s Predicament II. Daniel’s Prophecy III. Daniel’s Posture Verse: The king answered and said to Daniel, “Truly, your God is God of gods, and Lord of kings, and a revealer of mysteries, for you have been able to reveal this mystery.” (Daniel 2:47) Could you please (if there is room), also include this quote at the bottom of the notetaking/outline section? “Its sanctions (i.e., the church) are not corporeal [bodily], involving brute force, but only moral and spiritual, appealing to the judgment, the faith, the conscience of its members. It knows nothing of the sword, the dungeon, the lash, pecuniary fines, etc…, etc., but only of argument, exhortation, admonition, censure etc., etc., Its great function is to teach, to convince, to persuade, ‘to bear witness to the truth.’ Its triumphs are the triumphs of love; its drags no reluctant captives at the wheels of its chariot; the design of its ordinances, oracles, ministry is through the efficacious operation of the Holy Ghost to bring its captives into hearty sympathy with its king, and so to give them a share in the glory and exultation of the triumphs of the king . . . . Its only sword is the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Its discipline is not the punishment of an avenging judge, asserting the unbending majesty of the law, but the discipline of a tender mother, whose bowels yearn over the wayward child, and who afflicts no pain, except for the child’s reformation and salvation. The authority of his kingdom is spiritual.” • T. Peck