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As the book of Acts opens, Jesus ascends into heaven, promising the Holy Spirit who will empower His followers to be His witnesses to the ends of the earth. In Acts 2, that promise is fulfilled as the Spirit descends at Pentecost, igniting the birth of the Church. Peter’s bold sermon leads thousands to repentance and faith, and the early believers live in radical unity, sharing everything in common. In Acts 3, Peter and John heal a lame man in Jesus’ name, boldly proclaiming that the power of the risen Christ is still at work.Questions:1. Jesus told His disciples to wait for the Holy Spirit before beginning their mission. What does that teach us about God’s timing versus our tendency to rush ahead?2. The early Church devoted themselves to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer (Acts 2:42). Which of these rhythms is most vital—or most missing—in your own walk with Christ today?3. Peter boldly preached repentance in a culture that had just rejected Jesus. What gives believers today the courage to speak truth in a world that may not want to hear it?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

These final chapters of John bring the Gospel to its climax. Jesus endures crucifixion, bearing the full weight of humanity’s sin and declaring, “It is finished.” His death is not defeat but victory—the fulfillment of every promise and prophecy. Then, in glorious resurrection, Jesus appears to Mary, the disciples, and finally Peter, restoring the one who had denied Him. The story closes not with despair, but with redemption, forgiveness, and a mission to carry His message to the world.Questions:1. When Jesus says, “It is finished,” what do you think He meant? How does understanding the completeness of His work shape your faith today?2. John’s Gospel emphasizes eyewitness testimony. How does the personal nature of the resurrection encounters (with Mary, Thomas, and Peter) strengthen your confidence in the truth of the Gospel?3. Jesus restores Peter after his denial, commissioning him to feed His sheep. What does this moment teach us about grace, restoration, and calling after failure?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, Jesus prepares His disciples for the suffering and confusion that will soon come. He promises the Holy Spirit, who will guide them into truth and give them peace amid chaos. In His high priestly prayer, Jesus intercedes for His followers—both those present and all who would believe through their message. Then, the night unfolds with betrayal, arrest, and the beginning of His trial. Through it all, Jesus remains calm, sovereign, and faithful to the Father’s will.Questions:1. In John 16:33, Jesus says, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” How does this promise give perspective to your present struggles?2. Jesus’ prayer in John 17 focuses on unity among believers. What kind of unity do you think He meant, and how can the modern church reflect that today?3. When faced with betrayal and arrest, Jesus responds with peace and authority. What does His example teach us about trusting God’s plan in moments of injustice or suffering?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, Jesus shares some of His most intimate and powerful teachings on the night before His crucifixion. He washes the disciples’ feet, demonstrating servant leadership and love in action. As Judas leaves to betray Him, Jesus commands His followers to love one another as He has loved them. In John 15, He reveals the key to fruitful living—abiding in Him, the True Vine. These chapters invite us to reflect deeply on humility, love, and the vital connection we must maintain with Christ.Questions:1. When Jesus washes His disciples’ feet, He says, “You also should wash one another’s feet.” What does true humility look like in your relationships and community?2. Jesus calls His followers to love “as I have loved you.” How is this command different from the world’s idea of love?3. In John 15, Jesus describes Himself as the True Vine. What does abiding in Him practically look like day to day, and what happens when we don’t?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. His words divide the people—some believe, while others plot His death. We witness the powerful raising of Lazarus, a sign that points to Jesus’ own coming resurrection. As His time draws near, Jesus enters Jerusalem to the cries of “Hosanna!” yet speaks of a grain of wheat that must die to bear much fruit, showing that true glory comes through sacrifice.Questions:1. Jesus calls Himself the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep by name. What does that reveal about the intimacy of His relationship with His followers?2. The raising of Lazarus points to Jesus’ power over death. How should that reality shape our view of suffering and hope?3. Jesus says a grain of wheat must die to produce fruit (John 12:24). What does this metaphor teach us about the relationship between sacrifice and spiritual growth?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, tension rises as Jesus teaches publicly during the Festival of Shelters and reveals Himself as the source of living water and the Light of the World. The religious leaders grow increasingly hostile, yet Jesus continues to expose spiritual blindness—culminating in the healing of a man born blind. While the healed man gains both sight and faith, the Pharisees remain blind in their pride.Questions:1. Jesus says, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.” What does this teach us about the nature of spiritual fulfillment?2. The healing of the man born blind is both physical and spiritual. How does this miracle symbolize what Jesus does in our hearts?3. The Pharisees refused to see the truth standing in front of them. What are some ways pride or fear can keep us spiritually blind today?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at a well and offers her “living water” that will never run dry. He heals the sick, feeds five thousand with a few loaves and fish, and walks on water—all signs pointing to His divine identity. Yet, as His miracles multiply, so do the misunderstandings. The crowds want bread, but Jesus offers Himself—the true Bread of Life who gives eternal life to all who believe.Questions:1. Jesus breaks barriers by speaking to the Samaritan woman. What does this moment teach us about how God views people others might reject?2. The feeding of the five thousand shows Jesus’ compassion and power. How does this miracle challenge your trust in His provision?3. When Jesus says, “I am the Bread of Life,” many turn away. Why do you think people resist the idea of finding full satisfaction in Christ alone?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

The Gospel of John opens unlike any other—before the manger, before the miracles, we’re taken back to eternity itself. “In the beginning was the Word.” These chapters reveal Jesus as the eternal Son of God who became flesh and dwelt among us. John the Baptist points to Him as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. Jesus calls His first disciples, performs His first miracle at a wedding, and has a late-night conversation with Nicodemus that changes how we understand salvation: “You must be born again.”Questions:1. John introduces Jesus as both fully divine and fully human. How does that shape your understanding of who Jesus truly is?2. At the wedding in Cana, Jesus’ first miracle is one of abundance and joy. What does that tell us about God’s character?3. In His conversation with Nicodemus, Jesus explains that salvation is about being born of the Spirit, not just religion or effort. How have you seen that truth play out in your own walk with God?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

These final chapters of Luke take us to the heart of the gospel. Jesus shares the Last Supper with His disciples, is betrayed, denied, and handed over to be crucified. Yet even in His suffering, we see His compassion—forgiving His executioners and welcoming a repentant thief. The story doesn’t end in the tomb, though. On the third day, the stone is rolled away, and the risen Jesus appears to His followers, restoring their faith and commissioning them to proclaim repentance and forgiveness to all nations.Questions:1. At the Last Supper, Jesus redefines the Passover around His own body and blood. What does that teach us about the meaning of communion today?2. Peter’s denial and later restoration show both human weakness and divine grace. How have you experienced God’s grace after failure?3. When the risen Jesus meets His disciples on the road to Emmaus, their eyes are opened through Scripture and fellowship. How can we cultivate that same awareness of Christ’s presence today?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here

In these chapters, Jesus enters Jerusalem to the praises of the crowd, but the celebration quickly gives way to confrontation and prophecy. He weeps over the city, cleanses the temple, and warns of coming judgment. His teachings in the temple reveal both His authority and the urgency of repentance. Jesus also speaks of the end times—calling His followers to stay alert, faithful, and ready for His return.Questions:1. When Jesus weeps over Jerusalem, what does this reveal about His heart for people who reject Him?2. In cleansing the temple, Jesus confronts hypocrisy and greed in a place meant for prayer. What might need cleansing in our own hearts or churches today?3. Jesus warns His followers to stay awake and alert for His return. How can we live each day with that kind of eternal readiness?Use my affiliate link to get the CSB apologetics study bible hereMy video review the CSB Apologetics Study BibleAll our links are here