Jesus Before Pilate and Herod - Luke 22:66-23:25
Understand It
- Of what was Jesus accused? (23:2)
- Of what did Pilate find Jesus guilty? (23:4)
- In what way did popular pressure influence Pilate’s decisions? (23:20-25)
Apply It
- What do you want to remember the next time you receive unfair treatment or criticism?
The Crucifixion - Luke 23:26-43
Understand It
- What did the first criminal demand of Jesus? (23:39)
- What request did the second criminal on the cross make of Jesus? (23:42)
- How did Jesus respond to the criminal’s plea? (23:43)
Apply It
- How can you place a new area of your life in Christ’s hands?
Jesus' Death - Luke 23:44-49
Understand It
- What happened to the curtain in the temple? (23:45)
- What did the tearing of the temple curtain signify? (23:45)
- How did the centurion in charge of the crucifixion react to Jesus’ death? (23:47)
Apply It
- In what ways can you approach God each day this week, to honor the path to the Father He opened for you?
Jesus' Burial - Luke 23:50-56
Understand It
- How did Luke describe Joseph’s character? (23:50)
- Why was it courageous for Joseph to approach Pilate for Jesus’ body? (23:52)
- How did Joseph prepare Jesus’ body? (23:53)
Apply It
- What risks might you have to take in serving Christ this week?
The Resurrection - Luke 24:1-12
Understand It
- What happened while the women were wondering what had happened to Jesus’ body? (24:4)
- What did the women do after the men had told them that Jesus had risen from the dead as He had predicted? (24:9)
- How did Peter respond to the sight of the empty tomb? (24:12)
Apply It
- How can you reaffirm your faith in God’s promises this week?
On the Road to Emmaus - Luke 24:13-35
Understand It
- How did the two men describe Jesus and what had happened? (24:19-24)
- Why did Jesus explain the Scriptures to the men? (24:25-27)
- What did the men recall after they reflected on their conversation with Jesus? (24:32)
Apply It
- What could you do in the future to prevent yourself from failing to recognize God’s voice?
Jesus Appears to the Disciples - Luke 24:36-49
Understand It
- Why were the disciples frightened? (24:37)
- How did the disciples react to the evidence and convincing words of Jesus? (24:41)
- When did the disciples finally understand the Scriptures? (24:44-45)
Apply It
- What could you do this week to settle the doubts about salvation that your non-Christian friends have?
The Ascension - Luke 24:50-53
Understand It
- Why did Jesus bless His disciples at this point? (24:50)
- What was the response of the disciples to Jesus’ ascension into heaven? (24:52)
- What is significant about the fact that Jesus’ followers worshipped Him? (24:52)
Apply It
- When could you set aside time this week to think about the many blessings the Lord has given you?
The Word Became Flesh - John 1:1-18
There is a short introduction available for the book of John. You can read it here.
Understand It
- What is the relationship between the Word and God? (1:1-2)
- What is the benefit of receiving or believing in the Word? (1:12)
- How and why did the Word make His dwelling among us? (1:14)
Apply It
- What will you do this week to better enjoy your status as a child of God?
John the Baptist Denies Being the Christ - John 1:19-28
Understand It
- What did John say about who he was? (1:20-22)
- How did John "make straight the way for the Lord"? (1:23)
- Who did John say was coming after him? (12:27)
Apply It
- What are some areas in which you struggle to be humble at this time in your life?
Jesus the Lamb of God - John 1:29-34
Understand It
- Why did John call Jesus the Lamb of God? (1:29)
- What did John mean that Jesus surpassed him because He was before him? (1:30)
- What title did John ascribe to the person he baptized? (1:34)
Apply It
- How can you honor Jesus’ Sonship with your life this week?
Jesus' First Disciples - John 1:35-42
Understand It
- What did John’s disciples do when John identified Jesus? (1:37)
- What was the first thing Andrew did after he had followed Jesus? (1:40)
- What did Andrew tell his brother about Jesus? (1:41)
Apply It
- What change in your daily routine would enable you to follow Jesus better?
Jesus Calls Philip and Nathanael - John 1:43-51
Understand It
- How did Philip respond to Jesus’ invitation? (1:44-46)
- Why was Nathanael skeptical that Philip had found the Messiah? (1:46)
- What convinced Nathanael that Jesus was the Son of God? (1:47-50)
Apply It
- How would you share your faith with a skeptical person this week?
