The theme for week 1 is "Light."

Monday
Read all of Genesis 1.

Tuesday
Look up verses with the word “light” in the Bible app. Pick a verse to meditate on.

Note: "Meditation is thinking a truth out and then thinking a truth in until its ideas become 'big' and 'sweet,' moving and affecting, and until the reality of God is sensed upon the heart." -Tim Keller in his book Prayer

Wednesday
Read John 1:1–5 in three different translations.

Thursday
Other Bible verses support the idea of God creating the world in the beginning. (Example: Colossians 1:16, “For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.”) Look up Psalm 33:6 and Hebrews 11:3.

Friday
Read Isaiah 60:9–20 and Revelation 21:22–24 and see how Jesus will be the true light that removes the sun and moon. How does this future affect us today?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the word “light,” what images or experiences come to mind?
• Growing up, how did you tend to view the Bible—confusing, inspiring, intimidating, rules-focused, or something else?

2. Big Idea: How We Read the Bible

• The message said the Bible is not about us, but about Jesus. How does that challenge or change the way you’ve read Scripture before?
• Why do you think people often turn the Bible into a rulebook or self-help guide instead of a story about Jesus?
• What stood out to you about the idea that everything in Scripture is a thread leading to Jesus?

3. Genesis 1 — Light Before Everything Else

Read Genesis 1:1–4 together.

• What surprises you about the fact that light appears before the sun and moon?
• The Hebrew idea of “good (tov)” means everything functioning as intended. Where in your life do you long for that kind of order or wholeness?
• How does viewing light as order over chaos and life over death shape how you understand God’s character?

4. Jesus as the True Light

Read John 1:1–5.

• What connections do you notice between Genesis 1 and John 1?
• How does knowing Jesus is the original light-made-visible change the way you think about who he is?
• “The darkness has not overcome it.” Where do you need to hear that truth right now?

5. Personal Reflection: Walking in the Light

• Jesus says, “I am the light of the world” (John 8:12). What kind of darkness—fear, shame, confusion, sin, or exhaustion—do you most need his light to shine on?
• Why do you think people sometimes resist stepping fully into the light?
• What would it look like for you this week to trust the light instead of hiding?

6. Being the Light (Not the Source)

Read Matthew 5:14–16.

• What does it mean that we are not the light, but reflect the light?
• Who has been a light in your life like the example shared in the message?
• Where has God uniquely placed you (work, family, neighborhood, school) to reflect his light?

7. Practical Application

Which of these feels most doable for you this week?

• Buying someone lunch and listening to their story
• Serving or sharing resources with a neighbor
• Getting into a disciple-making relationship
• Spending intentional time with Jesus by reducing screen time

• What’s one specific, simple way you can bring light to someone this week?

8. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

• Where am I still walking in darkness?
• Who are you inviting me to shine light on?

Pray for courage to step into the light, walk in the light, and reflect the light.

The theme for this week is “Breath.”

Monday
Read Genesis 1:26–31 in a couple of different translations. What does Imago Dei mean?

Tuesday
Read Genesis 2. What does it mean that God breathed breath into Adam? What does that say about us, since we are made in His image?

Wednesday
Read Ezekiel 36:25–27 and Ezekiel 37:1–14. How does this prophecy point to Jesus as the breath of our salvation?

Thursday
Read John 3:1–21. What does this say about how we receive the breath of God—how we are saved and experience true life?

Friday
Read John 20:1–31. What does this tell us about who Jesus is and who we are as those filled with His breath?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the word “breath” or “Spirit,” what images or ideas come to mind?
• Have you ever experienced a moment that felt like “new life” or a fresh start? What made it feel that way?

2. Big Idea: One Big Story About Jesus

• The message compared the Bible to a connected story, like the Marvel movies. How have you typically experienced the Bible—connected or disconnected?
• The Bible is not primarily about us, but about Jesus. How does that challenge the way you’ve been taught to read Scripture?
• Why do you think we’re tempted to read ourselves into the story before looking for Jesus?

3. Genesis 1 — The Spirit Over the Chaos

Read Genesis 1:1–2.

• The Spirit is hovering over the waters—over chaos and disorder. What stands out to you about that image?
• Where do you currently feel like life is chaotic, unsettled, or unfinished?
• What does it mean to you that God is not afraid of chaos but brings order and life?

4. Imago Dei — Created in God’s Image

Read Genesis 1:26–28.

• What does being created in the image of God (Imago Dei) tell us about our value and purpose?
• How does this truth challenge ideas of comparison, shame, or superiority?
• What would change if we truly believed every person bears God’s image?

5. Genesis 2 — God Breathes Life

Read Genesis 2:7.

• What stands out to you about God breathing life directly into humanity?
• How is “life from God’s breath” different from simply existing?
• What does this intimate picture reveal about God’s desire for closeness with us?

6. The Promise and the Fulfillment

Read Ezekiel 36:25–27 and John 20:19–22.

• What connections do you notice between Ezekiel’s prophecy and Jesus breathing on the disciples?
• Why do you think Jesus waited until after the resurrection to breathe on them?
• What does this say about the kind of new life Jesus offers?

7. Personal Reflection: Living by His Breath

• The message said we are not powered by willpower, but empowered by God’s Spirit. Where do you feel most tempted to rely on your own strength?
• How does viewing your relationship with Jesus as intimacy rather than just obedience change things?
• What might it look like to “breathe in” the Holy Spirit daily?

8. Being Filled and Sent

• If Jesus lives in us by His Spirit, how does that shape the way we love, forgive, and serve others?
• Who in your life might need you to breathe hope, grace, or life into them right now?
• What’s one small way you can partner with Jesus this week to bring life to someone else?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

• Where am I trying to live without Your breath?
• Where do You want to fill me with new life?
• Who are You inviting me to bring Your life to?

Close by praying to receive the Holy Spirit’s filling and power to live fully alive.

The theme for week 3 is "Tree of Life."

Monday
Read Genesis 2:8–25. Reflect on what stands out to you. Notice God’s first command to Adam is to eat, rest, and enjoy His creation. How is God inviting you to rest and enjoy His creation today? What might this mean for how you practice Sabbath?

Tuesday
Read Genesis 3:1–7. Reflect on what stands out to you. What lie(s) does the enemy use to make you question God’s goodness or your identity in Him? Which temptations do you find yourself guarding against the most? Make an action plan with the Holy Spirit, asking Him which scriptures or “truth statements” you can use to renew your mind when temptations come.

Wednesday
Read Genesis 3:8–24. Reflect on what stands out to you. In what ways do you find yourself ‘hiding’ from God when you sin or make mistakes? How has shame affected your intimacy with God?

Thursday
Read Isaiah 11:1 and John 15:5–6. Reflect on what stands out to you. How does Isaiah’s prophecy point to Jesus as our True Vine and Tree of Life? List a few ways you can “eat-eat” of the Tree of Life and remain (abide) in Jesus today.

Friday
Read Revelation 22:1–5. Reflect on what stands out to you. What feelings or questions does this passage provoke? How can you live more aware of His presence in your everyday life today?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear “Tree of Life” or “Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil,” what comes to mind?
• Have you ever been tempted by something you knew wasn’t good for you? How did it feel?
• What does it mean to “truly live” rather than just exist?

2. Big Idea: Two Trees, Two Paths

• Genesis 2 says Adam and Eve could “eat eat” from the trees. What stands out to you about the repetition? Why do you think God emphasizes this?
• The tree of knowledge of good and evil leads to “die die.” What layers of death or separation from God do you see in our world today?
• John 15:5-6 says we remain in Jesus like branches in the vine. How does this connect to the Tree of Life?

3. Genesis 2 — Life in the Garden

Read Genesis 2:8-17.

• What does it mean that Adam and Eve were invited to enjoy creation freely, not strive for it?
• How does the idea of resting first, then working, change your perspective on your daily life?
• Where do you see opportunities to “eat eat” — to receive God’s life — in your own life?

4. Genesis 3 — The Fall and Temptation

Read Genesis 3:1–6, 22–23.

• Why do you think Eve was tempted even before she understood sin?
• How do we experience similar temptations today — wanting to do what feels right in our own eyes?
• What patterns of shame, guilt, or self-reliance keep us from eating from the Tree of Life?

5. Jesus: The True Vine, the New Tree

Read John 15:1-6 and Galatians 3:13.

• How does seeing Jesus as the fulfillment of the Tree of Life change the way you read Genesis?
• What does it mean that Jesus became a curse on the tree for our redemption?
• How can we “eat eat” from Jesus today — practically, in our daily lives?

6. Revelation — A Restored Eden

Read Revelation 22:1-2.

• What stands out to you about the tree of life in the New Creation?
• How does knowing we can have access to God’s presence now, and ultimately forever, change the way we live today?
• Where do you see God calling you to choose life over “knowledge of good and evil” in your own story?

7. Personal Reflection: Choosing the Tree of Life

• What “trees” are in front of you today — choices that lead to life versus choices that lead to death?
• How can your group help you remain in the Vine and bear fruit for God this week?
• What practical steps can you take to rest, abide, and “eat eat” from Jesus rather than striving on your own?

8. Living in the Vine

• If Jesus is the source of life, how does that shape the way you live, love, and make decisions this week?
• Who around you might need to see life flowing from your connection to Jesus?
• What’s one small but intentional way you can choose the Tree of Life today?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask God:

• Where am I tempted to choose the tree of knowledge of good and evil over life?
• Where am I failing to remain in the Vine?
• Who is God inviting me to share His life with this week?

Close by praying for the Holy Spirit’s help to choose life daily and remain in Jesus, the true Tree of Life.

The theme for this week is "Ark."

Monday
Read John 5:39.
Ask God to open your heart as you read.
What words or ideas stand out to you about the Bible pointing to Jesus?
Ask: “Jesus, what do you want me to see about you in Scripture?”
Is there anything in how you normally read the Bible that God may be inviting you to change?

Tuesday
Read Genesis 6:5–8.
Notice what this passage reveals about human sin and God’s heart.
Where do you sense grief, mercy, or grace in the text?
Ask God: “Show me anything in my life or thinking that needs your mercy today.”
Listen.

Wednesday
Read Genesis 6:13–22.
Imagine Noah hearing God’s instructions and trusting Him.
What stands out to you about God’s rescue plan?
Ask: “Lord, where am I trying to rely on my own effort instead of trusting your way?”
Is there one place today where God may be inviting you to trust Him more?

Thursday
Read 1 Peter 3:18–22 (and 2 Peter 2:5 if you want).
How does this passage show Jesus as our true rescue?
Ask Jesus: “Where do I need to trust you as my Ark today?”
Listen for any nudge, conviction, comfort, or encouragement.

Friday
Read 1 Corinthians 15:1–9.
This passage summarizes the gospel...Jesus’ death and resurrection.
As you read, thank Jesus for what He has done.
Ask: “God, how should the gospel shape how I think, speak, or act today?”
What is one small step you sense God inviting you to take in response?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the story of Noah’s Ark, what comes to mind first — children’s story, animals, judgment, rescue, something else?
• Growing up, how was this story usually taught to you?

2. Big Idea: The Bible Points to Jesus

Read John 5:39 together.

• The message said the Bible is not mainly about us, but about Jesus. What feels challenging about that idea?
• Which example from the message stood out most (Adam, Joseph, Moses, David, etc.) showing how the Bible points to Jesus?
• How could focusing on Jesus as the center of every story change the way you read your Bible?

3. The World Is Broken, and So Are We

Read Genesis 6:5–6.

• What do these verses reveal about human sin and God’s heart?
• The message said this story shows both human brokenness and God’s broken heart. Why is that important?

4. The Ark: God’s Rescue Plan

Read Genesis 6:13–22.

• The Ark was not steered by human skill but by God’s power. What does that teach us about how salvation works?
• Why do you think people often try to “save themselves” instead of trusting God?

5. Even the Best Humans Need Saving

Read Genesis 9:20–23.

• What does Noah’s failure after the flood reveal about humanity?
• Why is it important that even the “righteous” hero of the story still falls?
• How does this point to our need for a better and perfect Savior?

6. Jesus: The True and Better Ark

Read 1 Peter 3:18–22.

• What connections do you see between Noah’s Ark and Jesus?
• The message said the Ark offered temporary rescue, but Jesus offers complete and eternal salvation. What does that mean personally for you?
• What is the difference between mercy (judgment restrained) and grace (life freely given)? Where have you experienced each?

7. Real-Life Example: Becoming an Ark for Someone

• In the message, Bryan Stevenson chose to stand with a deeply broken and vulnerable man when it would have been easier to walk away. What part of that story impacted you most?
• Avery repeatedly said, “I trust you.” Why is trust such a powerful part of rescue and mercy?
• The guard represented hostility and injustice, yet Bryan kept showing up. What makes showing consistent mercy so difficult in real life?

8. Personal Reflection: Entering the Ark

• If the Ark represents trusting Jesus, what does it practically look like to “enter” and trust him fully?
• What keeps people from stepping into that kind of trust?
• Where in your life right now do you most need to rely on Jesus instead of yourself?

9. Becoming a Place of Grace for Others

• The message challenged us not only to receive grace but to become a place of grace...a kind of “ark” for others. What might that look like in real life?
• Who around you right now might feel overwhelmed, forgotten, or without hope?
• What is one simple way you could show up for someone this week?

10. Closing Prayer

Ask the Holy Spirit:

• Where am I still trying to save myself?
• Who are you inviting me to extend mercy and grace to this week?

Pray for faith to trust Jesus as your rescue, and for courage to carry his grace into the world.

The theme for this week is "Covenant."

Monday
Read Genesis 12:1–7.
Ask God to open your heart as you read.
Notice God’s promises to Abram. What feels hopeful, surprising, or uncertain?
Ask: “God, where are you inviting me to trust you and step forward in faith?”
Listen for anything God may be inviting you to do or believe differently.

Tuesday
Read Genesis 15.
Pay attention to Abram’s questions and doubts.
How does God respond to him?
Ask God: “What are you teaching me about trusting you while I wait?”
Sit quietly and notice any encouragement or correction you sense.

Wednesday
Read Exodus 34:27–35.
Imagine Moses meeting with God face to face.
What changes in Moses after spending time with God?
Ask: “Lord, how do you want time with you to shape who I am?”
Listen for any invitation toward deeper attention or surrender.

Thursday
Read 2 Samuel 7:8–16.
Notice the promises God makes to David and his descendants.
What do these promises reveal about God’s faithfulness?
Ask: “God, where do I need to trust your long-term faithfulness instead of my circumstances?”
Reflect on how God’s promises shape your hope today.

Friday
Read Romans 8:1–17.
Notice the promises of life in the Spirit through Jesus.
Which words or phrases stand out to you?
Ask: “Holy Spirit, how are you inviting me to live differently today?”
Consider one response you sense God leading you toward.

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• Who did you look up to when you were younger, and why did they influence you?
• Have you ever made a promise or agreement that turned out to be harder to keep than you expected?

2. Big Idea: Understanding Covenant

• The message described covenant as a binding partnership between God and people. How is a covenant different from a simple promise or contract?
• Why do you think God chooses partnership with imperfect humans instead of accomplishing everything alone?
• What stood out to you about the idea that the Bible tells one story of God’s faithful commitment to His people?

3. The Covenant with Abraham — Trusting the Promise

Read Genesis 12:1–7.

• What might have been exciting or unsettling about God’s call to Abram?
• What does Abram’s obedience teach us about faith in action?
• Where might God be inviting you to trust Him before you see the outcome?

4. Faith in the Waiting

Read Genesis 15:1–6.

• What do you notice about Abram’s honesty with God regarding fear and doubt?
• Why do you think waiting is often part of God’s process?
• What promise or prayer are you currently waiting on, and how does waiting shape your faith?

5. The Mosaic Covenant — Meeting with God

Read Exodus 34:27–35.

• How did time in God’s presence change Moses?
• What does this passage reveal about the impact of regularly meeting with God?
• What practices help you stay aware of God’s presence in everyday life?

6. The Davidic Covenant — God’s Faithfulness

Read 2 Samuel 7:8–16.

• What promises does God make to David and his descendants?
• What do you notice about God’s faithfulness despite human failure?
• How does knowing God keeps His promises affect your trust in Him?

7. The New Covenant, Fulfilled in Christ

Read Romans 8:1–4.

• What stands out to you about the phrase “no condemnation”?
• How does Jesus accomplish what the law could not?
• What does it look like practically to live according to the Spirit instead of the flesh?

8. Personal Reflection & Application

• The message connected four covenant responses throughout Scripture:
• Line of Noah — Obey God in the unknown
• Line of Abraham — Trust God in the impossible
• Line of Moses — Meet with God to reflect His presence
• Line of David — Love God and fight for His kingdom
• Which of these do you sense God inviting you into right now, and why?
• What would one practical step look like this week to respond to that invitation?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

• Where am I struggling to trust God’s promises?
• How are you inviting me to participate in your covenant today?

Pray for faith to trust God’s faithfulness. Pray for your group members.

The theme for this week is "Altar" — practicing Remember, Repent, Release, and Rest.

Monday
Read John 15:1–11 on abiding and Psalm 46:10. Ask God to highlight something he wants you to notice about staying connected to him.

Tuesday
Practice Remember. Recall the ways God has been good and how Jesus has saved and set us free. Read Hebrews 10:10–14 and Hebrews 10:19–22.

Wednesday
Practice Repenting. Look up the word “repent” in Hebrew and Greek. Ask God if there’s anything he wants to change in how you think or live. Read Joel 2:12–13, Hebrews 4:14–16, and Acts 3:19.

Thursday
Practice Release. Give your worries, control, or burdens to God. Read Hebrews 13:8, Hebrews 13:10, and Hebrews 13:14–15.

Friday
Practice Rest. Sit quietly and breathe. Slow down in God’s presence. Read Matthew 11:28–30 (The Message).

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the word “altar,” what comes to mind?
• Have you ever been invited to step into God’s presence in a tangible way? What was that like?

2. Big Idea: Come to the Altar

Read Matthew 11:28-30 (NLT)

• Jesus invites us to rest and walk with Him. What do you think it means to “take a real rest” in Him?
• What does it feel like to leave behind religion and performance and step into relationship with God?

3. Remember

Read Hebrews 10:10-14, 19-22

• How does remembering Jesus’ sacrifice change your perspective on your own life or struggles?
• What are some specific ways you can intentionally remember God’s faithfulness this week?

4. Repent

Read Joel 2:12-13 and Hebrews 4:14-16

• What is one area of your heart you feel God is asking you to turn over to Him?
• How does knowing that Jesus understands your weaknesses help you approach God with honesty and humility?

5. Release

Read Hebrews 13:8, 10, 14-15

• What burdens, fears, or sins are you ready to release to God?
• How can offering praise be a form of releasing control and trusting God’s presence?

6. Rest

Read Matthew 11:28-30 (The Message)

• Where in your life do you need to stop striving and simply rest in Jesus?
• What does it look like for you practically to walk in the “unforced rhythms of grace” this week?

7. Personal Reflection / Application

• Of the four practices: Remember, Repent, Release, Rest -- which one feels most needed for you right now?
• What is one tangible step you can take this week to experience God at the altar?

8. Closing Prayer

• Ask God to help you remember His faithfulness, repent of what holds you back, release what weighs you down, and rest in His presence.
• As you come to the altar this week in prayer, humbly ask God to transform your heart.

The theme for this week is "Bread."

Monday
Read Psalm 147:6 and Matthew 6:11 on God’s provision. Ask God to give you what you need for today.

Tuesday
God still meets our needs daily and we are always in His sight. Recall the ways God has been good and how He has provided for you. Read John 6 and 2 Chronicles 16:9, and give Him thanks.

Wednesday
Even though we know God provides, we can still worry. When do you tend to worry, and about what? Ask God if there’s anything He wants to change in how you trust Him. Read Matthew 6:34, Philippians 4:19, and Isaiah 41:10.

Thursday
Trusting God grows as faith matures. One practice is to verbally give your worries, your desire for control, and your burdens to Him. Read Psalm 94:19, Psalm 119:143, and 1 Peter 5:7, and tell Him you trust that He is in control.

Friday
Each day we can slow down and sit in God’s presence. Read Exodus 33:14 and Psalm 23. Ask God to help you understand the promises of Psalm 23 and what it means that He is your Shepherd.

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• What’s a food you eat regularly that you would struggle to live without?

2. Big Idea: Bread in the Story

• Jesus said, “I am the bread of life.” What do you think he meant by that?
• Why do you think Jesus often used everyday images like bread, water, or vines to explain spiritual truth?

3. Bread in the Wilderness

Read Exodus 16:4–5.

• What stands out to you about the way God provided manna for Israel?
• Why do you think God gave them only what they needed for each day instead of letting them store it long-term?

4. Jesus the Bread of Life

Read John 6:35.

• How does Jesus’ statement connect with the story of manna in the wilderness?
• What do you think it means practically to “come to” and “believe in” Jesus for daily life?

5. Trusting God for Daily Provision

Read Matthew 6:11 and Philippians 4:19.

• Jesus teaches us to pray, “Give us today our daily bread.” Why do you think the prayer focuses on today instead of long-term security?
• How have you seen God provide for you in the past?

6. Releasing Worry

Read 1 Peter 5:7.

• What kinds of worries tend to weigh on you the most right now?
• What might it look like this week to actively give those burdens to God?

7. Resting in the Shepherd

Read Psalm 23:1–3.

• What stands out to you about the picture of God as a shepherd?
• Where in your life do you most need that kind of rest right now?

8. Practical Application

Which of these practices could help you trust God for your “daily bread” this week?

• Starting the day by asking God to provide what you need today
• Taking time to remember and thank God for past provision
• Verbally releasing worries or burdens to God in prayer
• Slowing down to spend quiet time in God’s presence

• What is one simple way you can depend on God more intentionally this week?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

• What worry or burden do you want me to release today?

Pray together that God would help you trust Him as your daily bread and provider.

The theme for this week is "Living Water."

Monday
Read Genesis 2:5–14.
Notice how water flows from Eden into the world.
Ask God to show you where His life is meant to flow through you today.

Tuesday
Read Ezekiel 47:1–9.
Picture the river getting deeper and bringing life everywhere it goes.
Ask: “Where am I standing on the edge instead of stepping in?”

Wednesday
Read John 7:37–39.
Hear Jesus’ invitation to come and drink.
Ask Him to show you what you’ve been going to instead of Him to satisfy your thirst.

Thursday
Read John 4:13–14.
Reflect on the difference between temporary satisfaction and living water.
Ask: “What would it look like for me to depend on you more fully today?”

Friday
Read John 19:34.
Notice the water flowing from Jesus on the cross.
Ask: “What is keeping me from going all-in with you?”

Group Questions for Threads: Rivers of Living Water

1. Warm-Up / Opening
When you hear the phrase “river of living water,” what images or ideas come to mind?
Have you ever felt spiritually thirsty and found refreshment in God? What did that look like for you?

2. Big Idea: Jesus, the Source of Living Water
Read John 7:37-39.
How have you been tempted to drink from “wrong wells” instead of Jesus?
What does it mean to go all-in with Jesus and drink deeply from His Spirit?
Where in your life do you sense God inviting you to surrender control and trust His current?

3. Genesis 2 — Water in the Garden
Read Genesis 2:5-14.
What stands out to you about the rivers flowing from Eden?
How does seeing God provide water from the beginning shape your view of His faithfulness?
Where might God be inviting you to trust Him for provision today?

4. Ezekiel 47 — The River from the Temple
Read Ezekiel 47:1-12.
What do you notice about the river growing deeper and more powerful as it flows?
How can this river imagery help you understand the work of the Holy Spirit in your life?
Are there areas where God is calling you to step deeper, beyond just wading in the water?

5. John 19 — The Fulfillment of Living Water
Read John 19:34.
What does it mean that Jesus’ blood and water poured out to give life?
How does this affect your understanding of being filled with the Spirit?
Are you willing to fully enter the river of His Spirit, letting go of control and trusting Him to guide you?

6. Personal Reflection / Application
Which step feels most pressing for you this week: drinking deeply, surrendering control, or stepping fully into the river?
What is one tangible step you can take to participate more fully in the river of living water this week?

7. Closing Prayer
Ask God to fill you with His living water, guide you in surrendering control, and help you trust His Spirit to carry you.
Pray for courage to step fully into His river and allow the Spirit to flow through your life.

The theme for this week is "Lamb."

Monday
Read Genesis 22:1–14. Where do you see the “lamb” in this story, and how does it point forward to Jesus as the Lamb who is provided?

Tuesday
Read Matthew 27:26–65. Jesus is the Lamb who was sacrificed. How does His death for your sins impact your heart and your life?

Wednesday
Read all of John 19. Sit in the weight of the crucifixion. What do Jesus’ final words—especially “It is finished”—reveal about the work of the Lamb?

Thursday
Read Isaiah 53:1–11. How does this passage describe the suffering Lamb, and what has He accomplished to set you free from sin?

Friday
Read Romans 5:6–11. Jesus, the Lamb, died for us while we were still sinners. How should that truth shape the way you live?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• Have you ever had a “Captain Obvious” moment—something that was right in front of you, but you didn’t see it at first? What happened?
• Why do you think some truths can feel obvious to others but easy to miss personally?

2. Reflecting on the Crucifixion

• When you reflect on the crucifixion, what emotions or thoughts come up most strongly for you—and why?
• Do you find yourself more drawn to the gravity of it, the gratitude for it, or something else?

3. God’s Love and Justice

• In what ways does the crucifixion shape your understanding of God’s love and His justice?
• How do you hold together the reality of both mercy and judgment at the cross?

4. Jesus as the Willing Lamb

• How does Jesus’ willingness to suffer and die influence the way you approach hardship or sacrifice in your own life?
• Where is it most difficult for you to follow His example of surrender?

5. The Weight of Sin

• What does the crucifixion reveal about the seriousness of sin?
• How does that affect the way you view your own choices, habits, or patterns?

6. Experiencing Freedom

• How have you personally experienced forgiveness or freedom because of what Jesus accomplished on the cross?
• Is there an area where you struggle to fully receive that forgiveness?

7. Defeat and Victory

• The crucifixion is often described as both a moment of defeat and victory. Where do you see each of those in the story?
• How does that perspective shape the way you view your own struggles or setbacks?

8. Closing Prayer

Be silent for a minute. Ask the Holy Spirit:

• Jesus, where have I grown familiar with your sacrifice instead of being moved by it?
• What am I still holding onto that you already paid for?
• Where are you inviting me to trust your finished work instead of striving?

Close in prayer

The theme for this week is "Resurrection."

Monday
Read Luke 24:1–12. How does the resurrection impact you? Consider the question: “Why do we look for the living among the dead?”

Tuesday
Read 1 Corinthians 15:1–9 and 1 Corinthians 15:17–20. What is the impact of Jesus’ resurrection being of first importance? What other things do we make first over his resurrection?

Wednesday
Read Luke 24:13–33. What is the power of this story for you? How are you like the people on the road with their different responses to Jesus’ resurrection?

Thursday
Read John 20:19–22. Consider the impact of how truly believing the resurrection results in us receiving his Spirit.

Friday
Read Romans 8:1–11. Reflect on the power of Jesus’ death and resurrection, and the subsequent filling of the Holy Spirit in your life.

1. Warm-Up / Opening
Share about a time you were completely convinced something was true, only to later realize you were wrong. What changed your mind?

2. Big Idea: The Resurrection Changes Everything
The message emphasized that the resurrection is the one truth we must be clear about. Why do you think this truth is so central to the Christian faith?
Why do you think people sometimes try to “add to” or complicate the message of Easter instead of focusing on the resurrection itself?
What stood out to you about the idea that the resurrection separates Jesus from all other religious leaders?

3. First Importance
Read 1 Corinthians 15:1–4, 15:17, and 15:19–20.

Paul says the resurrection is “of first importance.” What tends to take first place in your life instead?
If the resurrection is true, what should it change about your priorities, decisions, or daily life?

4. The Empty Tomb
Read Luke 24:1–12.

The angels ask, “Why do you look for the living among the dead?” What do you think that question means?
Where do people today tend to look for life, hope, or meaning in places that can’t actually give it?

5. The Road to Emmaus
Read Luke 24:13–33.

Why do you think the two men were leaving Jerusalem? What does that reveal about their expectations of Jesus?
In what ways do people today misunderstand who Jesus is or what he came to do?

6. From Head Knowledge to Heart Transformation
In Luke 24:32, the men describe their hearts as “burning” within them.

What do you think it means for truth to move from intellectual belief to something that deeply affects your heart?
Have you experienced a time when your faith felt real and active? What made the difference?

7. Responding to Jesus
The message suggested we can’t be indifferent about Jesus—he is either who he claimed to be or he isn’t.

Where do you find yourself right now—fully convinced, questioning, or indifferent? It's good and normal to talk about doubts; what are you most likely to have doubts about? 
What might it look like for you to take one step toward a clearer response to Jesus?

8. Living the Resurrection
Read Romans 10:9–10 and Romans 8:1–11.

What does it look like to not only believe in the resurrection, but to live in its power?
Where do you need the Holy Spirit to bring new life, freedom, or transformation in you right now?

9. Practical Application
Which of these feels like a meaningful next step for you this week?

Taking time daily to reflect on the resurrection and what it means.
Openly sharing your faith with someone.
Turning from something that is holding you back (repentance).
Creating space to worship and ask the Holy Spirit to make your faith come alive.

What is one specific, tangible way you can respond to the resurrection this week?

10. Closing Prayer
Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

Is my heart fully alive to the truth of the resurrection?
Where am I being invited to respond more fully to Jesus?

Pray for clarity, conviction, and a heart set ablaze by the truth that Jesus is alive.

The theme for this week is "Rock."

As you read, pay attention to where God is inviting you to trust Him as your foundation. Ask the Holy Spirit to speak to you through each passage.

Monday
Read Isaiah 26:4 and Psalm 18:2. Sit with the truth that the Lord is your rock. Where in your life do you need stability or refuge right now? Listen for what God might be saying to you about trusting Him more deeply.

Tuesday
Read Matthew 7:24–25. Jesus talks about building your life on the rock. What does it look like for you to actually put His words into practice? Ask the Holy Spirit to show you one area where your foundation may need to shift.

Wednesday
Read Exodus 17:1–6. Notice both the people’s response in their need and God’s response to provide. Where do you feel “thirsty” or in need right now? Listen for how God meets you in that place.

Thursday
Read John 7:37–38. Jesus invites the thirsty to come to Him and receive living water. What do you sense He is inviting you to bring to Him? Sit quietly and listen for His voice.

Friday
Read John 19:31–37. From Jesus, the rock who was struck, came blood and water. Reflect on what He has done for you. How is the Holy Spirit inviting you to respond?

As you finish this week, ask: God, where are you inviting me to build on you as my rock—and how can your life flow through me to others?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• Think of a time when something felt unstable or uncertain in your life. What helped you feel grounded again?
• When you hear the word “rock,” what comes to mind—strength, stability, something else? Why?

2. Big Idea: The Thread of the Rock

• The message emphasized that the Bible is one connected story pointing to Jesus. How does seeing “the Lord is the rock” throughout Scripture shape the way you read it?
• Why do you think repetition (like “The Lord is the rock”) is important for remembering truth in our everyday lives?

3. The Lord is the Rock

Read Isaiah 26:4 and Psalm 18:2.

• What do these verses reveal about God’s character as a rock?
• In what areas of your life do you most need God to be your refuge or foundation right now?

4. Building on the Rock

Read Matthew 7:24–25.

• What does it practically mean to “build your life on the rock” according to Jesus?
• What are some common ways people build on something other than the rock?
• Where do you see evidence of a strong (or shaky) foundation in your own life?

5. The Rock Struck in the Wilderness

Read Exodus 17:1–6.

• What stands out to you about the people’s response to hardship (thirst, fear, anger)?
• How does God respond to their need, even in their complaining?
• What connections do you see between the rock being struck and Jesus’ crucifixion?

6. Living Water from the Rock

Read John 7:37–38.

• Jesus invites anyone who is thirsty to come to Him. Where do you recognize thirst in your own life right now?
• What do you think it means that “living water” doesn’t just come to us, but flows from us?
• How might God want to use you to bring life, healing, or refreshment to others?

7. The Ongoing Story

• The message said the story is still being told today. Where do you see God at work in the “chaos” around you?
• What does it look like for you to partner with Jesus in healing and restoring the world in your everyday life?
• What is one specific way you can build on the rock and offer “living water” to someone this week?

8. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and reflect on God as your rock.

• God, where am I building on something other than you?
• Where am I feeling dry or empty and need your living water?
• Who are you inviting me to serve or encourage this week?

Lord, you are our rock—steady, unchanging, and faithful. When life feels uncertain, remind us that we can stand firm on you. Thank you for providing living water through Jesus, meeting us in our need and filling us with your Spirit. Help us to trust you more deeply, to build our lives on your truth, and to step into the places of need around us with courage. Use us to bring your life, your peace, and your hope to others. Amen.

The theme for this week is "True Vine and Fruitfulness."

Monday
Read John 15:1–5.
Ask God to show you what it means to remain in Jesus.
What words or phrases stand out to you about being connected to the vine?
Ask: “Jesus, where am I depending on something other than you for life or strength?”
What would it look like today to abide in Him more intentionally?

Tuesday
Read Hebrews 12:5–11.
Notice how God describes discipline and correction.
Where do you see love expressed through correction in this passage?
Ask God: “Help me see your shaping work in my life, even when it’s uncomfortable.”
Is there any area where you might be resisting His formation?

Wednesday
Read Jeremiah 2:21–23.
Pay attention to the imagery of a vine turning corrupt.
What stands out to you about how God describes misplaced trust?
Ask: “Lord, where have I been drawing life from something that cannot sustain me?”
Is there anything you need to realign back toward God today?

Thursday
Read John 15:7–8.
Notice the connection between abiding, prayer, and fruitfulness.
What do you think Jesus means by “fruit that remains”?
Ask Jesus: “What kind of fruit are you forming in me right now?”
Where do you feel invited to trust Him more deeply?

Friday
Read Romans 5:3–5.
Notice how suffering, perseverance, and hope are connected.
How might God use pressure or difficulty as part of shaping fruit in your life?
Ask: “God, help me remain connected to Jesus even in difficult seasons.”
What is one step of trust or obedience you sense God inviting you into today?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the word “fruitfulness” in a spiritual sense, what comes to mind?
• Have you ever gone through something that felt frustrating or uncomfortable but later realized it shaped you in a good way?

2. Big Idea: The True Vine and Fruit

• Jesus says, “I am the true vine” (John 15). What do you think he’s contrasting himself with?
• Why do you think it’s easier to talk about “bearing fruit” than it is to talk about being pruned?
• What stood out to you about the idea that fruit reveals what vine you’re connected to?

3. OT Thread: False Vines vs God’s Vine

Read Deuteronomy 32:31–32 and Jeremiah 2:21–23 together.

• What do these passages suggest about “alternative vines” people attach themselves to?
• Where do you see people (or yourself) tempted to draw life, identity, or direction from things other than God?

4. Genesis Thread: The Choice Vine

Read Genesis 49:10–11 together.

• What stands out to you in the imagery of a “choice vine” connected to leadership and blessing?
• How does this shape your understanding of Jesus being the “true vine”?
• What does it suggest about God’s intention for the kind of fruit his people produce?

5. John 15: The Gardener and the Branches

Read John 15:1–8 together.

• What is your initial reaction to God being described as a gardener who prunes?
• The word for “cuts off” can also mean “to lift up” or “to take away.” How does that tension shape how you read this passage?
• Why do you think pruning is necessary for “more fruit,” not just correction for failure?

6. Personal Reflection: Where God Prunes

• Where in your life have you experienced “pruning”--loss, correction, restraint, or delay--that later produced growth?
• The message described pruning as removing the need to be understood or justified. Why is that such a difficult thing to release?
• What would it look like to trust God with your reputation instead of defending it constantly?

7. Fruit, Discipleship, and Warning

Read John 15:6–8.

• How do you hold together the seriousness of fruit-bearing with the grace of being connected to Jesus?
• What kinds of “fruit” would naturally show up in a life that is truly abiding in Jesus?
• Where do you feel tension between wanting fruit and resisting the process that produces it?

8. Practical Application

Which of these feels most relevant this week?

• Letting go of the need to defend yourself in a specific situation
• Inviting God to reveal areas where your life is “out of alignment” with the vine
• Replacing a reactive habit (anger, justification, control) with prayerful pause
• Choosing obedience in a small, specific area you’ve been resisting

• What is one area you sense God may be pruning right now?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and reflect on Jesus as the true vine and God as the gardener.

• Ask God to show where you are connected to anything that doesn’t produce life.
• Ask for courage to trust his pruning process instead of resisting it.
• Ask for fruit that reflects Jesus, not self-protection or self-justification.

Pray for surrender, endurance in pruning seasons, and increased fruitfulness that brings God glory.

The theme for this week is "Good Shepherd."

Monday
Read Psalm 23 and lean into Jesus as your Good Shepherd.

Tuesday
Read John 10:1–30 and lean into Jesus as our Good Shepherd.

Wednesday
Read Psalm 23 again and meditate on it.

Thursday
Read John 10:10–18 and meditate on Jesus as the Good Shepherd.

Friday
Read Psalm 23 and John 10:10–18 again and consider how Jesus is our Good Shepherd.

The theme for this week is "Good Shepherd."

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the phrase “the Lord is my shepherd,” what comes to mind or what feelings does it stir?
• Why do you think certain Bible phrases stick with people...even those with little or no church background?

2. Big Idea: The Good Shepherd

• In John 10, Jesus calls himself the “Good Shepherd.” What do you think he’s claiming about himself through that image?
• What stands out to you about the idea that Jesus leads and feeds us so that we lead and feed others?

3. Psalm 23: The Shepherd’s Care

• Read Psalm 23. What does this passage show about God’s presence, provision, and protection?
• Which part of the psalm do you most need to experience right now, and why?

4. John 10: The True Shepherd

• Read John 10:10–18. What makes Jesus different from other “shepherds” or leaders?
• What does it mean to you that Jesus lays down his life for the sheep and never fails?

5. Understanding Ourselves as Sheep

• The message described sheep as dependent, vulnerable, and able to recognize their shepherd’s voice. Which of these do you relate to most?
• What makes it difficult to fully depend on Jesus as your shepherd?

6. Abiding and Mission

• How have you experienced seasons where you felt “unled” or “unfed”? What was missing?
• Do you think it’s true that when we stop living on mission, we also stop experiencing God’s life as deeply? Why or why not?

7. Called to Lead and Feed

• Read John 21:15–17. What stands out about the connection between loving Jesus and caring for others?
• Where do you see opportunities in your life right now to “lead and feed” someone spiritually or practically?

8. Practical Application

• Which of these feels most relevant this week?
  • Surrendering an area of your life where you’ve resisted Jesus’ leadership
  • Intentionally investing in one person spiritually
  • Serving or giving toward those in need
  • Creating space to listen for Jesus’ voice daily
• What is one specific step you can take this week to follow Jesus more closely as your Good Shepherd?

9. Closing Prayer

• Ask Jesus to help you recognize his voice and trust his leadership in your life.
• Pray for courage to step into the calling to lead and feed others as he leads and feeds you.

The theme for this week is "The Good Shepherd — It’s Not About You."

Monday
Read Psalm 23 again. What do you notice about the Shepherd’s care that you may have missed before?

Tuesday
Read John 10:10–18. What does Jesus say about the kind of life he offers and how he leads his sheep?

Note: Jesus describes abundant life as something that flows from his leadership as the Good Shepherd (see John 10:10).

Wednesday
Read Ezekiel 34:1–24. Compare the bad shepherds with God as the true Shepherd. What stands out most?

Thursday
Read Matthew 25:31–46. How does Jesus connect caring for others with following him?

Friday
Read 1 John 4:7–17. What does this passage teach about God’s love and how it should shape the way we live?

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• What’s one relationship in your life that has required real effort to keep healthy?

2. Big Idea: It’s Not About You

• The message emphasized taking our eyes off ourselves. Why is that so difficult in practice?
• Where do you most naturally drift into making life about you?

3. Jesus the Good Shepherd

Read Psalm 23 and John 10:11–15.

• What stands out to you about how the Shepherd cares for the sheep?
• What does it look like for you personally to trust his leadership right now?

4. Warning: Bad Shepherds

Read Ezekiel 34:2–6.

• What are the specific failures of the bad shepherds in this passage?
• Where might you be neglecting opportunities to “shepherd” others?

5. God’s Heart for His Sheep

Read Ezekiel 34:11–16.

• What do you learn about God’s character from this passage?
• How does receiving this kind of care shape how we care for others?

6. Sheep and Goats

Read Matthew 25:31–40.

• What stands out to you about how Jesus evaluates people in this passage?
• How does this passage create a “holy, loving tension” in your faith?

7. Shame vs. Conviction

• How have you experienced the difference between shame and conviction?
• How can you respond to conviction in a practical way this week?

8. Practical Application

Focus on doing something, not everything.

• Who is one person you can intentionally invest in?
• What is one tangible way you can care for someone in need this week?

• What is one specific step you will take this week to “lead and feed” someone else?

9. Closing Prayer

Take a moment of silence and ask the Holy Spirit:

• Where am I making life about myself?
• Who are you calling me to care for this week?

Pray for trust in Jesus as the Good Shepherd and courage to shepherd others with humility and love.

The theme for this week is “Refiner’s Fire.”

Monday
Read Deuteronomy 4:10–24.
As you read, notice God’s desire for covenant relationship and His warning against idolatry.
Ask: God, help me understand what it means that You are both jealous for me and a consuming fire.

Tuesday
Read Luke 13:34.
Notice Jesus’ longing to gather and protect His people.
Ask: Jesus, deepen my understanding of Your love and show me where You are inviting me closer.

Wednesday
Read Isaiah 6:1–8.
Sit with Isaiah’s experience of awe, humility, and purification in God’s presence.
Ask: Holy Spirit, help me understand what You want to refine in me.

Thursday
Read Malachi 3:1–4.
Reflect on the image of God as a refiner and purifier.
Ask: God, deepen my trust in Your refining work, even when it feels uncomfortable.

Friday
Read Luke 12:49–50 and 2 Corinthians 5:21.
Reflect on Jesus bearing what we could not so that we could draw near to God.
Ask: Jesus, deepen my understanding of Your grace and what it means to live faithfully with You.

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• When you hear the phrase “consuming fire,” what comes to mind?
• Have you ever experienced someone protecting or correcting you because they deeply cared about you? What was that like?

2. Big Idea: God’s Jealous Love and Purifying Fire

• The message described God’s jealousy as passionate commitment rather than envy. How does that change your understanding of God?
• What stood out to you about the idea that God’s fire both protects and purifies, not simply punishes?

3. Covenant, Jealousy, and Idolatry

Choose someone to read Deuteronomy 4:10–24.

• What stands out to you in this passage about God’s covenant relationship with His people, and why do you think God warns so strongly against idolatry?
• The message said a good thing becomes an idol when it becomes the ultimate thing. What are some modern-day idols, and how can you tell when something has begun to control your identity or peace?

4. Jesus’ Protective Love

Choose someone to read Luke 13:34.

• What stands out to you about Jesus describing Himself like a mother hen protecting her chicks?
• How does this image deepen your understanding of God’s love, and are there areas of your life where you sense Jesus inviting you back under His care?

5. God is Beautiful and Holy

• The message described God as both beautiful and dangerous, loving and holy. Why is it important to hold those truths together?
• How do people sometimes drift toward only one side of God’s character, and what happens when we become casual about our relationship with Him?

6. Purified by Fire

Choose someone to read Isaiah 6:5–7.

• What do you notice about Isaiah’s response to being in God’s presence, and why do you think the coal touches his lips specifically?
• Have you ever experienced conviction that ultimately led to healing, growth, or freedom?

7. Jesus, the Refiner’s Fire

Choose someone to read Malachi 3:2–3 and Luke 12:49–50.

• What stands out to you about the imagery of refining silver or gold?
• The message said Jesus took the fiery judgment we deserved so we could be purified instead of destroyed. How does that shape your understanding of grace, and what does it look like to let Jesus refine you?

8. Practical Application

• Which of these feels most relevant for you this week: surrendering an idol, spending intentional time with Jesus, giving up control, or taking a practical step toward holiness?
• What is one area where you sense God inviting His purifying fire to work in your life?

9. Closing Prayer

• Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any idols, attachments, or strongholds that need to be surrendered.
• Pray for courage to stay close to Jesus and trust His refining work in your life.

The Theme for this week is Fire in the Temple

Monday
Read Leviticus 6:12 and Leviticus 9:24.
Reflect on the fire that came from God and was meant to keep burning continually.
Ask: Jesus, deepen my understanding of what it means to steward the fire You’ve placed in me.

Tuesday
Read Leviticus 24:1–4.
Notice how the lamps in the temple were continually tended and supplied with oil.
Ask: Holy Spirit, teach me what it looks like to stay close to You and remain spiritually awake.

Wednesday
Read Luke 24:13–35.
Sit with the story of the road to Emmaus and the disciples whose hearts burned within them as Jesus spoke.
Ask: Jesus, deepen my awareness of Your presence and stir fresh affection for You in my heart.

Thursday
Read Acts 2:1–4 and 2 Timothy 1:6.
Reflect on the gift of the Holy Spirit and the invitation to fan into flame what God has given.
Ask: Holy Spirit, show me how to tend the fire You’ve placed within me.

Friday
Read Matthew 5:14–16.
Reflect on Jesus’ invitation to let your light shine before others.
Ask: Jesus, deepen my courage to live my faith openly and reflect Your light in everyday life.

This week, pray: Holy Spirit, draw me close to Jesus, tend the fire within me, and help my life shine with Your love and power.

1. Warm-Up / Opening

• Have you ever gone through a season where you felt spiritually “on fire” or spiritually distant? What made the difference?
• When you hear the phrase “the work of God is too good to remain a private matter,” what comes to mind?

2. Big Idea: Tending the Fire

• The message emphasized that God starts the fire, but we are called to steward it. What stands out to you about that idea?
• What are some ways faith becomes private, tentative, or domesticated in everyday life?

3. Fire in the Temple

Choose someone to read Leviticus 6:12 and Leviticus 9:24.

• What stands out to you about the fact that the fire came from God and was never supposed to go out?
• How does the image of tending a fire help you think differently about your relationship with Jesus?

4. Oil and Intimacy with God

Choose someone to read Leviticus 24:1–4.

• What stands out to you about the lamps being continually tended and supplied with oil?
• The message connected oil with intimacy with Jesus. What helps you stay connected to Him in a consistent way?

5. Hearts Burning Within Us

Choose someone to read Luke 24:28–35.

• What stands out to you about the disciples’ hearts burning as Jesus opened the Scriptures to them?
• Instead of keeping the experience private, the disciples immediately shared what happened. Why do you think spiritual passion often moves people outward?

6. Fire in the Temple Becomes Fire in People

Choose someone to read Acts 2:1–4.

• What stands out to you about the image of fire resting on each believer at Pentecost?
• How does it change your perspective to think of yourself as a “mobile temple” carrying God’s presence?

7. Fan Into Flame

Choose someone to read 2 Timothy 1:6.

• What do you think it practically looks like to “fan into flame” the gift of God?
• What tends to increase your spiritual fire, and what tends to drain or dull it?

8. Shine Your Light

Choose someone to read Matthew 5:14–16.

• What stands out to you in Jesus’ picture of a city on a hill or a lamp on a stand?
• Where might God be inviting you to let your faith be more visible through encouragement, generosity, serving, sharing your story, or caring for others?

9. Practical Application

• Which feels most important for you this week: spending intentional time with Jesus, stepping out in faith, serving someone in need, or sharing your faith more openly?
• What is one practical way you can tend the fire God has placed within you this week?

10. Closing Prayer

• Ask the Holy Spirit to renew passion for Jesus and strengthen areas where your faith has grown quiet or distant.
• Pray for courage to shine brightly and join in the work God is already doing around you.