The Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the Word of God, given to us for our instruction in God’s ways (1 Corinthians 10:11); we are called to read, learn, study, and meditate on them to become fully developed followers of Jesus Christ. We invite you to join us on that journey, using some or all of the resources below.
April 28, 2024 – The Fifth Sunday of Easter
Prayer for the Day
Almighty God, whom truly to know is everlasting life: Grant us so perfectly to know your Son Jesus Christ to be the way, the truth, and the life, that we may steadfastly follow his steps in the way that leads to eternal glory; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
Readings: 1 John 3:11-24, Psalm 66, John 14:15-21
Study Questions for John 14:15-21
- Consider vv. 15-17. What keeps v. 15 from being a call to gain righteousness with God by our own efforts? In what ways will the Spirit of God be our Helper?
- Explain Jesus’ promises to the Church in vv. 18-21 in your own words? How do these encourage you?
- As you reflect on this passage, is God saying anything personal to you through it?
e100 Scripture Readings
The Council at Jerusalem: Acts 15:1-35
More Missionary Journeys: Acts 16:6-20:38
The e100 reading plan provides references to 100 Scripture passages that get to the heart of the Biblical account of the person and work of God, and of his creation of the world and of human beings, the fallen human nature, and God’s gracious plan of redemption, culminating in the life, ministry, death and resurrection of his Son, Jesus Christ. We offer this plan as a resource over the course of a year, with 2 passages each week.
60 Days of Psalms – A guide to praying through the entire Book of Psalms in two months.