I AM Part 6: The Way, The Truth, The Life
John 14:1-14
Memory Verse:
“Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”
John 14:6
Message Reflection Questions
Begin in silence, recognizing the presence of Jesus.
What impacted you from what Jerry and Toni shared in their message?
How do Jesus’ words in John 14:1-4 bring you comfort?
Look at what Thomas and Philip say to Jesus. Why is curiosity and humility important for growing in understanding of and relationship with Jesus?
How do Jesus’ words in John 14:9-14 help you understand what he meant when he said that he is the way, the truth and the life?
If Jesus is “the way”, what are “not-the-ways” people try to get to God? How do other ways than Jesus mislead and harm people who follow them?
Based off this conversation, what is one way you want to follow Jesus as “the way” this week?
Close in prayer.
Daily Readings
We are reading the entire gospel of John until the season of Lent. As we read, follow the guidance for reading below.
Monday: John 14:1-14
Tuesday: John 14:15-31
Wednesday: John 15:1-17
Thursday: John 15:18-27
Friday: John 16:1-15
Helpful Instructions for reading
Start with silence. Recognize that the Jesus in scripture is the Jesus with you where you are.
Thank God for something that happened in the last 24 hours.
Keep a list of names and descriptions of Jesus from the text. If someone calls him “messiah” write down Messiah, if he’s friendly, write down “friendly.” Ask: how can I receive Jesus as “Messiah” or “friendly”?
Finish in prayer for yourself, your family, your neighbors, your co-workers, your church. Pray through the nations at www.prayercast.com/nations.html.