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The book of Judges records Israel’s life in the land after Joshua, showing repeated cycles of disobedience, oppression, repentance, and deliverance. Israel failed to drive out the nations and turned to other gods, and the Lord allowed their enemies to oppress them. When the people cried out, God raised up judges to deliver them. The book ends with the repeated statement that there was no king in Israel and everyone did what was right in his own eyes. Judges shows the consequences of disobedience and the Lord’s continued mercy toward His people.

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Deuteronomy 16–18 outlines God’s design for worship, leadership, and covenant faithfulness. Israel is commanded to keep the appointed feasts to remember the Lord’s saving acts and teach future generations. Judges are to rule with justice, kings are to remain humble under God’s law, and leaders must avoid pride, wealth, and idolatry. The promise of a prophet like Moses points forward to God’s continuing revelation. These chapters show that righteous leadership and faithful living depend on obedience to God’s Word and reverent fear of the Lord.

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John 20 records the resurrection of Jesus Christ and His appearances to His disciples. Mary Magdalene finds the empty tomb and sees the risen Lord. Jesus appears to the disciples, gives them peace, shows His wounds, and sends them as the Father sent Him. Thomas later sees Jesus and believes, declaring, “My Lord and my God.” This chapter shows that Jesus is risen, fulfills the Scriptures, and gives life to those who believe in His name.

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The Gospels record that Jesus was laid in the tomb and that His followers rested on the Sabbath according to the commandment. On the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and found it empty. Jesus appeared to her, and when He spoke her name, she recognized Him. This account shows that Jesus rose from the dead and reveals that He knows His followers and calls them personally, fulfilling His words as the Good Shepherd.

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The Gospels record the crucifixion of Jesus as the fulfillment of the Scriptures, including Isaiah 53 and Psalm 22. Jesus, though without sin, was mocked, pierced, and put to death, bearing the sins of others. His death was according to God’s plan, bringing forgiveness through His sacrifice. The cross shows God’s justice and mercy, as Jesus gave His life so that those who believe may receive forgiveness and life according to the Scriptures.

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John 18 records the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. When Jesus says, “I am he,” the soldiers draw back and fall to the ground, yet He willingly allows Himself to be taken. Jesus protects His disciples and is brought before the authorities, where He is questioned and found without guilt. Peter denies Him, and the crowd chooses Barabbas instead of Jesus. These events show that Jesus was innocent and that His arrest and suffering took place according to God’s plan.

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John 15 records Jesus teaching that He is the true vine and His disciples are the branches. Those who abide in Him bear fruit, but apart from Him they can do nothing. The Father prunes the branches so they may bear more fruit. Jesus commands His disciples to remain in His love and to love one another. This passage shows that fruitfulness comes from abiding in Christ and keeping His commandments.

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John 13–14 records Jesus washing His disciples’ feet, teaching humility and service, and declaring that His followers are made clean through His word. He gives a new commandment to love one another and promises that His words come from the Father and bring eternal life. Jesus also promises the Holy Spirit, who will teach and remind His disciples of all He said. These chapters show that believers are cleansed by His word, called to love, and sent to carry His message.

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Psalm 118 declares, “This is the day that the Lord has made,” and speaks of the stone the builders rejected becoming the cornerstone. The Gospels show these words fulfilled as Jesus enters Jerusalem and is later rejected and crucified. The crowds cried “Hosanna,” asking for salvation, as Jesus came according to the Scriptures. These passages reveal that the events of the cross and resurrection were according to God’s plan, showing His steadfast love and the salvation He brings through Christ.

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The Gospels focus closely on the final week of Jesus’ life, recording His anointing, His entry into Jerusalem, and the events leading to His death and resurrection. A woman anoints Jesus with costly perfume, preparing Him for burial. At the same time, the religious leaders plot against Him. These passages show the contrast between true devotion and rejection, and they lead to the fulfillment of God’s plan through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

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