Daily Bites

Some time ago in Texas, a six-year-old girl was tragically killed in an accident. After the funeral, her father (an atheist) approached the open casket. Rigid, angry and tight-fisted, he looked down at his child. Through clenched teeth, he muttered, "Good-by, forever!" then abruptly turned and left. Her mother (a Christian) approached and gazed down. Lovingly, she stroked the little girl's forehead, then bent over and gave her a kiss. "Good-night, honey," she whispered, "Mommy will see you in the Morning, when all the shadows flee."

Jesus makes all the difference! As you read this weeks Scriptures, you are getting better acquainted with your Friend, the Resurrection and the Life.

• 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 to deepen your friendship with Him. Listen for impressions He is giving you..

Passages for This Week

• John 18:1-11
• John 18:12-14
• John 18:15-18
• John 18:19-24
• John 18:25-27
• John 18:28-40
• John 19:1-16