Challenge Accepted: BibleSample
In this section of John’s Gospel, we see Jesus at the center of an awful lot of conflict. The religious leaders are skeptical and certainly threatened by Him, public opinion is all over the map as far as who He really is, and even when He performs undeniable miracles no one can agree on what is really taking place right in front of them. How hard must that have been for John, to watch his Lord and best friend constantly having to defend Himself. Can you imagine standing by Jesus when He gives sight to a blind man, only to watch Him be pulled into some silly argument about how and why He chose to heal the poor guy? It must have been so frustrating to watch the completely divine actions of your best friend be so wildly misunderstood…though it was probably good preparation for what was still to come in Jesus’ life.
As you read today, ask yourself these two questions:
- What verse or moment stood out to me the most?
- What can I do with that in my life today?
About this Plan
Of the 12 Disciples, John was the closest to Jesus. So, his 21 chapters outlining the life and ministry of Jesus are not just historical fact; they are the fond memories of Jesus’ best friend. As you spend the week in this biography of Jesus, try to read it from the perspective of a friend reminiscing on the amazing things he witnessed in the presence of Jesus Himself.
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We would like to thank the Student Ministry at Christ's Church of the Valley (CCV) in conjunction with a series called "Challenge Accepted" for providing this plan. For more information, please visit: http://ccv.church/students