Week 45 Reading Guide
That You May Believe
John 1-21
Big Idea: The Gospel of John was written so that we may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing we may have life in His name. More theological than the Synoptics, John emphasizes Jesus’ divine identity, relational intimacy, and the call to abiding faith. With signs, “I am” statements, and extended conversations, John invites readers into a personal encounter with the living Word made flesh.
Reading Plan
Monday: John 1–3 (The Word Became Flesh; Nicodemus; For God So Loved the World)
Tuesday: John 4–6 (The Woman at the Well; Feeding the 5,000; Bread of Life)
Wednesday: John 7–9 (Living Water; Light of the World; Healing the Man Born Blind)
Thursday: John 10–12 (Good Shepherd; Raising of Lazarus; Triumphal Entry)
Friday: John 13–17 (Last Supper; Foot Washing; High Priestly Prayer)
Saturday: John 18–21 (Trial; Crucifixion; Resurrection; Restoration of Peter)
Weekly DNA Questions
Discover
What do you notice about how Jesus reveals His identity in John’s Gospel?
How does John help us see both the divinity and humanity of Jesus?
Nurture
In what ways are you struggling to trust that Jesus truly is who He says He is?
What part of your life is Jesus inviting into deeper belief and surrender?
Act
Choose one of Jesus’ “I am” statements this week and live with intentional focus on what it means for your day-to-day life.
Look for an opportunity to testify—share with someone how Jesus has given you life and hope.
Key Verse: John 20:31
But these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name.
Reflection for the Week
John’s Gospel opens with eternity and ends with restoration. It tells the story of a God who moves toward us in grace and truth, full of glory, full of love. Jesus is the true vine, the light of the world, the resurrection and the life. He turns water into wine, kneels to wash feet, and prays for His followers to be one. John invites us to behold Jesus—not just to learn about Him, but to believe in Him. And in believing, to receive life—real life, now and forever. Let His words abide in you this week.
