This week, use the passages in John to "listen" for Jesus' voice speaking to you. Pray about these things. For instance, if you are convicted of sin in your life--don't deny it, talk to Jesus about it! If you see something to be thankful for--thank Him for it! If you find something that troubles you--ask Him about it. If you are facing a difficult situation--share it with Him and ask Him to show you from His word how to handle it! Talk to God and Jesus like you would talk to a friend--because you are talking to a friend!

• Begin each session with prayer--maybe something like this: "Lord, help me to come to know you better as we spend time together..."
  
  
• Read the passage--several times noticing as many details as you can.
  
  
• Imagine the setting--put yourself in the picture. Try to imagine the sounds, smells, sensations.
  
  
• Summarize the passage--in your own words.
  
  
• Apply the passage--what message is God giving you?
  
  
• Meditate and pray--meditate on how this passage makes Jesus more real. Talk to Him about the passage and about using the information you have learned.

Passages for This Week

• John 7:1-13
• John 7:14-24
• John 7:25-44
• John 7:45-52
• John 8:1-11
• John 8:12-30
• John 8:31-41