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God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship

DAY 18 OF 31

  

January 18

Introduction

Jesus questions his disciples about his identity, and Peter declares that Jesus is the Messiah. Jesus then speaks to the disciples about his suffering and death and teaches about self-denial.

Today’s Key Scripture: Matthew 16:16

Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.”

Today’s Reading 

Matthew 16:13-28

Reflect

Verses 13-20 are often referred to as “Peter’s Confession.” How would you respond if someone were to ask you who Jesus is? Why does Jesus rebuke Peter after speaking to the disciples about his suffering and death (verse 23)? In the reading from January 14, Jesus spoke about taking up one’s cross and following him (Matthew 10:38). Here again in today’s reading (verses 24-26) Jesus says, “forget yourself, carry your cross, and follow me.” How do you interpret what Jesus is saying in these verses? 

Pray

Lord Jesus, I want to follow you and I boldly confess that you are the Messiah, God’s Anointed One, the promised Savior who has come into the world. You suffered and died on a cross for my sake but rose again so that I might have eternal life and dwell with you in glory. Amen. 

Prayer Concern

Catechetical students and teachers

Tomorrow’s Reading

Matthew 17:1-28: Jesus is transfigured and his true glory is revealed.

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About this Plan

God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.”

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We would like to thank American Bible Society for providing this plan. For more information, please visit: http://bibleresources.americanbible.org/