Please read Hebrews 9 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 9 (New International Version)
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How does it feel to know that we do not have to shed blood in order to be forgiven (9:22)? How do you express your thanks to Christ for shedding blood for our sins?
Hebrews 8 - December 30
Please read Hebrews 8 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 8 (New International Version)
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How do you see the new covenant (8:10-12) being fulfilled today? How is it being fulfilled in you?
Hebrews 8 (New International Version)
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How do you see the new covenant (8:10-12) being fulfilled today? How is it being fulfilled in you?
Hebrews 7 - December 29
Please read Hebrews 7 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebews 7 (New International Version)
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Hebrews 7:26-28 describe Jesus as our high priest. How does it feel to know we have such a perfect high priest? When do you need Jesus, the high priest?
Hebews 7 (New International Version)
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Hebrews 7:26-28 describe Jesus as our high priest. How does it feel to know we have such a perfect high priest? When do you need Jesus, the high priest?
Hebrews 6 - December 26
Please read Hebrews 6 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 6 (New International Version)
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Hebrews 6:13 refers to the promise made to Abraham. Is there a promise of God to which you cling? What is it? Why is it so important to you?
Hebrews 6 (New International Version)
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Hebrews 6:13 refers to the promise made to Abraham. Is there a promise of God to which you cling? What is it? Why is it so important to you?
Hebrews 5 - December 25
Please read Hebrews 5 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 5 (New International Version)
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Do you require spiritual “milk” or “solid food” (5:12-14)? Explain.
Hebrews 5 (New International Version)
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Do you require spiritual “milk” or “solid food” (5:12-14)? Explain.
Hebrews 4 - December 24
Please read Hebrews 4 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 4 (New International Version)
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Hebrew 4:15 shows us that God bridged the gap through Christ Jesus, essentially “taking our side.” Isn’t it easier to turn back to God, knowing that God understands our temptations and weaknesses? What sins/shortcomings are you needing to release to God?
Hebrews 4 (New International Version)
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Hebrew 4:15 shows us that God bridged the gap through Christ Jesus, essentially “taking our side.” Isn’t it easier to turn back to God, knowing that God understands our temptations and weaknesses? What sins/shortcomings are you needing to release to God?
Hebrews 3 - December 23
Please read Hebrews 3 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 3 (New International Version)
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In times of unbelief, how do you turn back to God? Is it through the encouragement of another person? Through prayer, scripture, something else? Is there someone struggling with unbelief who needs your encouragement today?
Hebrews 3 (New International Version)
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In times of unbelief, how do you turn back to God? Is it through the encouragement of another person? Through prayer, scripture, something else? Is there someone struggling with unbelief who needs your encouragement today?
Hebrews 2 - December 22
Please read Hebrews 2 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 2 (New International Version)
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How would you explain to someone about why Jesus became human?
Hebrews 2 (New International Version)
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How would you explain to someone about why Jesus became human?
Hebrews 1 - December 19
Please read Hebrews 1 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Hebrews 1 (New International Version)
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In thinking about 1:14, have you ever been aware of angels ministering to you?
Hebrews 1 (New International Version)
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In thinking about 1:14, have you ever been aware of angels ministering to you?
Jude 1 - December 18
Please read Jude1 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Jude 1 (New International Version)
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Why is it so important to stand strong against false teachings? How do you see the church doing that? Do we need to be as cautious as first century Christians? More so? Less?
Jude 1 (New International Version)
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Why is it so important to stand strong against false teachings? How do you see the church doing that? Do we need to be as cautious as first century Christians? More so? Less?
Acts 28 - December 17
Please read Acts 28 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 28 (New International Version)
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What about Paul's life and ministry has impressed you the most in the book of Acts? How have you been challenged?
Acts 28 (New International Version)
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What about Paul's life and ministry has impressed you the most in the book of Acts? How have you been challenged?
Acts 27 - December 16
Please read Acts 27 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 27 (New International Version)
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Have you had periods in your life which seemed like spiritual “storms” or “shipwrecks” What has kept you going forward?
Acts 27 (New International Version)
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Have you had periods in your life which seemed like spiritual “storms” or “shipwrecks” What has kept you going forward?
Acts 26 - December 15
Please read Acts 26 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 26 (New International Version)
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Have you ever shared the story of your faith in Christ with someone who doesn't believe? What happened?
Acts 26 (New International Version)
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Have you ever shared the story of your faith in Christ with someone who doesn't believe? What happened?
Acts 25 - December 12
Please read Acts 25 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 25 (New International Version)
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Paul was facing possible death for his faith. Would you be willing to die for your faith?
Acts 25 (New International Version)
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Paul was facing possible death for his faith. Would you be willing to die for your faith?
Acts 24 - December 11
Please read Acts 24 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 24 (New International Version)
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Have your efforts to do ministry ever been misunderstood? How did you deal with the misunderstanding?
Acts 24 (New International Version)
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Have your efforts to do ministry ever been misunderstood? How did you deal with the misunderstanding?
Acts 23 - December 10
Please read Acts 23 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 23 (New International Version)
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Forty Jews took a religious vow to murder Paul (23:12). Many times terrible things are done in the name of religion. What are some contemporary examples? Have you every acted in misguided ways against others in the name of religion or faith?
Acts 23 (New International Version)
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Forty Jews took a religious vow to murder Paul (23:12). Many times terrible things are done in the name of religion. What are some contemporary examples? Have you every acted in misguided ways against others in the name of religion or faith?
Acts 22 - December 9
Please read Acts 22 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 22 (New International Version)
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Witnessing is mostly sharing your personal experience of Jesus Christ. When did you first know Christ as a personal presence in your life? How have you known Christ’s presence with you since?
Acts 22 (New International Version)
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Witnessing is mostly sharing your personal experience of Jesus Christ. When did you first know Christ as a personal presence in your life? How have you known Christ’s presence with you since?
Acts 21 - December 8
Please read Acts 21 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 21 (New International Version)
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People tried to dissuade Paul from going to Jerusalem because they were certain he would face opposition and be arrested. Paul pursued God's path in spite of possible consequences. When have you followed where God was leading even though you knew it
might be at great personal cost?
Acts 21 (New International Version)
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People tried to dissuade Paul from going to Jerusalem because they were certain he would face opposition and be arrested. Paul pursued God's path in spite of possible consequences. When have you followed where God was leading even though you knew it
might be at great personal cost?
Acts 20 - December 5
Please read Acts 20 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 20 (New International Version)
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Paul traveled from place to place encouraging the people (20:2). Who needs your encouragement today? How will you encourage them?
Acts 20 (New International Version)
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Paul traveled from place to place encouraging the people (20:2). Who needs your encouragement today? How will you encourage them?
Acts 19 - December 4
Please read Acts 19 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 19 (New International Version)
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The good news of Jesus Christ “threatened”to change their way of life (19:27). How has Jesus Christ changed your life? How are things different because of his presence?
Acts 19 (New International Version)
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The good news of Jesus Christ “threatened”to change their way of life (19:27). How has Jesus Christ changed your life? How are things different because of his presence?
Acts 18 - December 3
Please read Acts 18 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 18 (New International Version)
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Paul traveled many places, and though was only at some places very briefly, he touched many lives. Who is one person who, though you knew him/her only briefly, touched your life for Christ? How?
Acts 18 (New International Version)
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Paul traveled many places, and though was only at some places very briefly, he touched many lives. Who is one person who, though you knew him/her only briefly, touched your life for Christ? How?
Acts 17 - December 2
Please read Acts 17 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 17 (New International Version)
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People are at different places in their receptivity to God’s word. There was much opposition in Thessalonica (17:5-9), much openness in Berea (17:10-12) and much curiosity in Athens (17:32-34). Who is someone with whom you want to share the good news of Christ? How receptive is that person? What will your approach to sharing be?
Acts 17 (New International Version)
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People are at different places in their receptivity to God’s word. There was much opposition in Thessalonica (17:5-9), much openness in Berea (17:10-12) and much curiosity in Athens (17:32-34). Who is someone with whom you want to share the good news of Christ? How receptive is that person? What will your approach to sharing be?
Acts 16 - December 1
Please read Acts 16 for today. Click the following link, or read from your own bible as you wish.
Acts 16 (New International Version)
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The story of Paul and Silas (16:16-40) shows how faithfulness to Christ will sometimes bring us into conflict with the “powers that be” and can lead to problems and persecution. Paul and Silas responded by singing and praying (16:25) and this had a great impact. Have you faced conflicts because of your faith? How have you responded?
Acts 16 (New International Version)
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The story of Paul and Silas (16:16-40) shows how faithfulness to Christ will sometimes bring us into conflict with the “powers that be” and can lead to problems and persecution. Paul and Silas responded by singing and praying (16:25) and this had a great impact. Have you faced conflicts because of your faith? How have you responded?
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