Experiencing God - Day 03
Day 03 - Wednesday, February 07
Read John 15:1-17
Highlight
It was customary in Jesus’ day for the disciple to choose the rabbi, or teacher, whom he wanted to study under. It was their choice to decide who they were going to serve and learn from. Yet, Jesus chose each of His disciples by name. He called them away from the jobs they were pursuing in order to teach, train, and love them well. Jesus then commanded them to do the same with one another and those they encounter along the way.
When we remember that Jesus chose us first, it makes it easier for us to go to Him. Because He already accepted us broken and in need of healing. It is then our choice to turn to Him for healing and restoration. Those come when we choose Him and experience Him in a real way.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying? About God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? A promise to receive? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. This is a way to turn God’s Word to you back to Him. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers. (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8)
Read John 15:1-17
Highlight
It was customary in Jesus’ day for the disciple to choose the rabbi, or teacher, whom he wanted to study under. It was their choice to decide who they were going to serve and learn from. Yet, Jesus chose each of His disciples by name. He called them away from the jobs they were pursuing in order to teach, train, and love them well. Jesus then commanded them to do the same with one another and those they encounter along the way.
When we remember that Jesus chose us first, it makes it easier for us to go to Him. Because He already accepted us broken and in need of healing. It is then our choice to turn to Him for healing and restoration. Those come when we choose Him and experience Him in a real way.
Reflection & Prayer
For this reading plan we will be using a tool to guide our study of Scripture that’s called the S.O.A.P. Method. It stands for Scripture, Observation, Application, and Prayer. We recommend you use a journal with this method and write out your thoughts on each of these areas for each day of reading. It doesn’t have to be long-winded and you don’t need a fancy journal. But for anyone that has not journaled before, the benefit is that it often helps us focus and avoid distractions during prayer and Bible study.
S.O.A.P. Method
Scripture - Pick a verse or two that stood out to you and write it in your journal. Be looking for a “Holy Spirit Highlight.” What did you read and think “I needed to hear that” or felt like it was written just for you?
Observation - Now write some observations about the verse(s) or passage. What is this passage or verse saying? About God? About people? How is Jesus revealed in these verses?
Application - Now write a few sentences on how this passage applies to your life. Is there truth about God that you are to believe? A promise to receive? Is the Holy Spirit convicting you of something you need to do or stop doing in light of God’s truth?
Prayer - Now write out a prayer to God in response to this Scripture. This is a way to turn God’s Word to you back to Him. Be honest and express your heart to Him. God always listens and He delights in your prayers. (Psalm 34:15; Proverbs 15:8)
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