Midland Evangelical Church

Jesus has something to say to all of us from His Word. Check back each Sunday for the devotions for the following week or pick up a Unified Theme booklet at church in the Ministry Connections boards or at the Bible racks as you enter the Worship Center.

Week of October 12, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. Jesus has something to say about who He is. Who do you say that He is?

October 13

Read John 5:1-15 – Discuss with your family if you think that our culture is like this man at the pool – a nation of people waiting hopelessly for something to happen. What did Jesus reveal about who He is in verse 14?

October 14

Read John 5:16-30 – Jesus makes numerous claims in this passage. Write them down and discuss. What happens to those who hear the words of Jesus and believe?

October 15

Read John 5:31-47 – Who testifies on behalf of Jesus so that His testimony is valid? If we reject that which is true, what will we accept? Whose testimony do you believe?

October 16

Read John 14:1-14 – What claim is Jesus making in 14:6? What does the Son desire to bring to the Father? What do you desire to bring to the Father?

October 17

Read John 14:15-31 – First is loving Jesus, then obedience to His commands. If you love and obey, what will Jesus do for you? Write down all the references to love and obedience in this passage and pray for the Holy Spirit to speak into your heart about these things.

Week of October 19, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. Jesus has something to say about the gospel message. What do you say about the gospel to others?

October 20

Read the following passages and summarize the identity and mission of Jesus. Matthew 26:57-64; Luke 9:18-22; John 1:29-34.

October 21

What do the following passages say about the love and wrath of God? John 3:31-36, John 17, Romans 5:1-10.

October 22

There are two final destinies. Read the following passages, identify the two destinies and determine which is yours. Luke 9:23-27; John 5:24-30; Romans 10:1-13.

October 23

Jesus has some demands regarding inclusion in heaven. Read the following passages and identify the requirements. Matthew 19:16-30; Matthew 25:31-46; John 3:1-21.

October 24

Review the passages you have read this week. Does Jesus have something to say to you? What is it?

Week of October 26, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. Jesus has something to say about the lessons we should learn. What are you learning from the Master?

October 27

Read John 3:1-21 – What references did Jesus make so that Nicodemus would relate well to what He was saying? Think about the educational and cultural background of Nicodemus. How does this help you when you are sharing Jesus with others?

October 28

Read John 3:22-36 – John was an evangelist, yet he was not angry that Jesus was baptizing many. Why? What can we learn from John’s response?

October 29

Read John 4:1-26 – Was Jesus direct in His approach with this woman? What is her response? Was Jesus hesitant in speaking the truth to her?

October 30

Read John 4:27-42 – Note the differences between Jesus’ care for the woman and that of His disciples. How does Jesus view the work He is doing for the Father? How do you view the work that Jesus has for you to glorify the Father

October 31

Read John 4:43-54 – Meditate on the faith that the official had. What is possible if we believe?

Week of November 2, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. Jesus and his disciples have something to say. What can you learn from them so that you have something to say?

November 3

Read John 1:1-18 – Relationships open the door to evangelism. Discuss the relationships you see in this passage. Father, Son, Holy Spirit, Jesus and John the Baptist.

November 4

Read John 1:19-28. What does John share with the priests and Levites? What can you surmise about His relationship with them?

November 5

Read John 1:29-34. How does John view his relationship with Jesus? How do you see your relationship with Jesus?

November 6

Read John 1:35-42. Read this passage carefully. What can you learn from Jesus as to how He interacted and cared for His disciples?

November 7

Read John 1:43-51. What did Philip do after Jesus said, “Follow me.” What can you learn from his actions?

Week of November 9, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. John has something to say about a lifestyle of love. How would someone describe your lifestyle, one of love?

November 10

Read 1 John 1 – Write down all of the “if” statements in 1 John 1. Insert your own name where the word “we” appears. What have you learned from this passage?

November 11

Read 1 John 2 – Do you love things of this world? What things come from the Father?

November 12

Read 1 John 3 – Meditate on the love that the Father has lavished on you. Talk about them with your family. Thank and praise God for His lavish love. How do you know what love is according to 1 John 3:16?

November 13

Read 1 John 4 – What do those who are born of God do and know? What does perfect love do? What is the result of acknowledging that Jesus is the Son of God?

November 14

Read 1 John 5 – Love and obedience go together. How? Does your life reflect this direct relationship of love and obedience to God?

Week of November 16, 2008

Hear what the Bible has to say about Intentional Evangelism during the week. The Bible has something to say to parents about evangelizing their children, seeking their conversion and intentionally raising them in the ways of the Lord. Read the following passages this week to see what God has to say about teaching your children the truths as set forth in His Word. Are you intentional about teaching your children the truths of God?

November 17

Teaching – Deuteronomy 4:9-10 and 1:13-21; Psalm 78:1-8.

November 18

Obeying – Deuteronomy 32:43-47; 1 John 2.

November 19

Worshipping – Joshua 24:14-15; Luke 4:8; John 4:19-26; Romans 12:1-2; Hebrews 12:28-29.

November 20

Serving – 1 Corinthians 12; Ephesians 4:1-16; Ephesians 6:10-18.

November 21

Telling – Matthew 28:16-20; Mark 13:9-10; Acts 20:22-24; 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17.