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Find a quiet place and use this app as you take a virtual Holy Week journey. Allow yourself about 10 minutes to make the journey.
JESUS WITH US
Jesus, the Son of God, became human to save us. In fact, 2000 years ago, he was born, lived, died, and rose from the dead. During his time here on Earth, Jesus showed how much God loves each and every one of us.
BEFORE Jesus started teaching, he was baptized, and immediately a voice from heaven recognized him, saying, “You are my beloved Son….”
Read about it in Mark 1:9-11.
Mark 1:9-11 ESV
JESUS never sinned. He withstood the temptations of the devil.
Read about it in Matthew 4 and consider how you can guard against temptations, which lead to sin?
Matthew 4:1-11 ESV
MOVING to Galilee, Jesus began teaching. He first called Peter and his brother Andrew to follow and learn.
Do you have people in your life who model God’s love for you, and are you teaching others?
Matthew 4:18-22 ESV
ULTIMATELY, there were 12 apostles who lived and learned from Jesus.
Read more in Luke 6:12-16.
Luke 6:12-16 ESV
JESUS ministered to great crowds, teaching with parables (stories of spiritual truths) and performing miracles, but he knew many people were not open to hearing from him.
Read John 6:64-66.
John 6:64-66 ESV
TO HIS disciples Jesus explained the true meaning of his teachings.
Pray that God speaks to you whenever you prepare to read his Word.
Mark 4:11 ESV
TIME and again Jesus taught his followers to think differently, to love people, even their enemies.
Is there someone in your life who feels like an enemy but who needs your love?
Matthew 5:38-45 ESV
JESUS taught with great authority that astonished listeners and offended the religious leaders, who wanted to be rid of him, not believing in his divinity.
Read Mark 12:12 and more.
Mark 12:12 NIV
AS JESUS entered Jerusalem, the holy city, for the last time, he was celebrated by the people as a prophet. They laid cloaks and branches in front of him.
It’s easy to follow the crowd but how is your faith when you need to stand alone?
Mark 11:1-9 NIV
A FEW days later, Jesus ate his final meal with his disciples, and he spoke of the betrayal to come, which would lead to his arrest.
Read about the Passover meal in Matthew 26:17-25.
Matthew 26:17-25 ESV
LATER that night, Jesus was arrested and falsely accused, but he said nothing to defend himself. He would be sacrificed—killed on a cross—to save people then and now.
Matthew 27:11-51 tells of the trial, torture, and crucifixion. It's worth taking a few minutes to read through and see what happened.
Matthew 27:11-51 ESV
JESUS’ death was God’s plan, one death to cover all the sins of the world. Jesus died, showing how great God’s love is for us.
Read John 3:16 and accept God’s love.
John 3:16 ESV
THE BODY of Jesus was placed in a tomb, the entrance blocked with a large boulder to be sure he could not be removed.
Read about it in Matthew 27:57-66.
Matthew 27:57-66 ESV
JESUS proved his power over death when he rose from the dead and left the tomb on the third day.
We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus on Easter, but we should celebrate every day!
Matthew 28:2-8 ESV
HAVE YOU COMMITTED YOUR LIFE TO JESUS?
It's as simple as ABC.
A - Admit that you are a sinner.
Romans 3:23 ESV
B - Believe that Jesus died for your sins, rose from the dead, and he alone can save you.
Acts 16:31 ESV
C - Confess your sins and commit your life to his service.
1 John 1:9 ESV
If you made the commitment to trust Jesus, tell someone and share your newfound life in Christ.
Next steps are to talk to God (pray), learn more (read the Bible), and let your new life shine for others (find a Bible-believing church where you can learn to recognize God's leading).
For help, you can call or text Pastor Mike at 916-825-0302.