Well known for a few reasons, the 11th chapter of John continues the building action toward the execution of Jesus, as He continues to upset the establishment. It contains the shortest verse in the Bible, and also the story of a man who being raised from the dead in dramatic fashion. Incredible stuff!
Read it a bunch and pick a verse to memorize.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
John 10
It's not uncommon to hear Jesus referred to as the Good Shepherd, and John 10 is where He gives Himself this title. You can read the chapter by clicking here.
Remember, the idea of this chapter a week study is to be reading each chapter at least 4-5 times each week. It would appear there's nothing magical about the numbers 4 or 5, and that's true. At the same time, there are studies that I wish I could properly credit, but I can't remember where I've seen them, that indicate that Bible reading three times a week results in virtually no discernible life change, while those who read 4 or more times are far less likely to get arrested, etc. Why would that be? It's because God's Word is alive. It's been called the "raw material of life change". Encouraging people to spend time reading and learning God's Word is why this simple blog Bible study exists.
As you study John 10, imagine the care Jesus provides you as your Good Shepherd. Check out verses 27-28 and ask yourself if you are better able to recognize His voice than you were a year or two ago.
Remember, the idea of this chapter a week study is to be reading each chapter at least 4-5 times each week. It would appear there's nothing magical about the numbers 4 or 5, and that's true. At the same time, there are studies that I wish I could properly credit, but I can't remember where I've seen them, that indicate that Bible reading three times a week results in virtually no discernible life change, while those who read 4 or more times are far less likely to get arrested, etc. Why would that be? It's because God's Word is alive. It's been called the "raw material of life change". Encouraging people to spend time reading and learning God's Word is why this simple blog Bible study exists.
As you study John 10, imagine the care Jesus provides you as your Good Shepherd. Check out verses 27-28 and ask yourself if you are better able to recognize His voice than you were a year or two ago.
Friday, January 14, 2011
John 9
As always, you can read the chapter here.
In Chapter 9, we get at least somewhat of an answer to the unanswerable question, "Why do tragic things happen to innocent people, particularly children?" And as we track along through chapters 7,8 and now 9, we begin to see things coming to a head. The leaders are not going to be able to continue to allow Jesus to keep doing what He's doing without dramatically changing their way of doing things.
Verse 41 is one that I've worked to memorize. "Since you claim you can see, your guilt remains". What a great call to humility.
Enjoy the chapter and post your comments, questions, etc. below!
In Chapter 9, we get at least somewhat of an answer to the unanswerable question, "Why do tragic things happen to innocent people, particularly children?" And as we track along through chapters 7,8 and now 9, we begin to see things coming to a head. The leaders are not going to be able to continue to allow Jesus to keep doing what He's doing without dramatically changing their way of doing things.
Verse 41 is one that I've worked to memorize. "Since you claim you can see, your guilt remains". What a great call to humility.
Enjoy the chapter and post your comments, questions, etc. below!
Friday, January 7, 2011
John chapter 8
Read chapter 8 by clicking here.
Like most chapters in John, there is a ton here to discuss. First, Jesus deals with a woman caught in adultery. Later, we see Him explaining the freedom He offers vs. a life of "slavery to sin". Finally, we see the Lord really ruffling some feathers (verse 48 and 57-59).
What jumps out at you?
Like most chapters in John, there is a ton here to discuss. First, Jesus deals with a woman caught in adultery. Later, we see Him explaining the freedom He offers vs. a life of "slavery to sin". Finally, we see the Lord really ruffling some feathers (verse 48 and 57-59).
What jumps out at you?
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