1 YEAR BIBLE: WEEK 43 (OCT. 19-25)
Stage 3: Redemption
Verse of the week to live by:
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matt. 11:28)
Oct. 19; Stage 3: Redemption
Matt. 5-6; Mark 3; Luke 6
- Matt. 5: What is the meaning of the word blessed in the Beatitudes?
- Mark 3: Why did Jesus go up on a mountain before appointing the twelve apostles? (v. 13)
- Luke 6: Why did the Pharisees accuse Jesus' disciples of breaking the Sabbath? (vv. 1–2)
Oct. 20; Stage 3: Redemption
Matt. 7, 9; Luke 7
- Matt. 7: What does Jesus mean when He says that we will be judged by the same standard we use to judge others? (v. 2)
- Mark 9: Why did Jesus take only Peter, James, and John with Him up the mountain? (v. 2)
- Luke 7: What does Luke reveal about Jesus' compassion when He saw the grieving mother? (v. 13)
Oct. 21; Stage 3: Redemption
Matt. 11, 13; Luke 11
- Matt. 11: What kind of rest does Jesus promise?
- Matt. 13: What do the parables in Matthew 13 reveal about the nature of God's kingdom?
- Luke 11: True Righteousness (Luke 11:37–54): Why did Jesus condemn the Pharisees and lawyers, and what does His warning teach us about the difference between outward religious practices and genuine righteousness before God?
Oct. 22; Stage 3: Redemption
Mark 4-5; Luke 8
- Mark 4: Jesus Calms the Storm (Mark 4:35–41): Why did Jesus ask His disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Have you still no faith?” What does this miracle reveal about Jesus' divine authority and our need to trust Him in difficult circumstances?
- Mark 5: Jesus Raises Jairus's Daughter (Mark 5:21–24, 35–43): Why did Jesus tell Jairus, “Do not fear, only believe,” and what does this miracle reveal about His authority over death?
- Luke 8: Jesus' Authority Over Disease and Death (Luke 8:40–56): What do the healing of the woman with a flow of blood and the raising of Jairus's daughter teach us about Jesus' compassion, the importance of faith, and His authority over sickness and death?
Oct. 23; Stage 3: Redemption
Matt. 10, 14; Mark 6; Luke 9
- Matt. 10: The Cost of Discipleship (Matthew 10:34–42): What did Jesus mean when He said, “Whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me,” and how should our commitment to Christ shape our relationships, priorities, and ministry?
- Mark 6: What authority and instructions did Jesus give His disciples, and what do they teach us about trusting God, depending on His provision, and remaining faithful in ministry?
- Luke 9: The Cost of Following Jesus (Luke 9:23–27, 46–62): What did Jesus mean when He said, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me,” and how should this teaching shape our priorities, relationships, and commitment to His kingdom?
Oct. 24; Stage 3: Redemption
John 6; Matt. 15; Mark 7
- John 6: Jesus, the Bread of Life (John 6:22–59): What did Jesus mean when He declared, “I am the bread of life,” and how does His teaching reveal that eternal life comes through faith in Him?
- Matt. 15: Jesus Heals and Feeds the Four Thousand (Matthew 15:29–39): What do these miracles reveal about Jesus' divine authority, compassion, and provision, and how do they point to the blessings of God's kingdom?
- Mark 7: Jesus Heals a Deaf Man (Mark 7:31–37): What does Jesus' healing of the deaf man reveal about His divine authority and compassion, and how does this miracle fulfill the messianic promises of Isaiah 35:5–6?
Oct. 25; Stage 3: Redemption
Matt. 16, 17; Mark 8
- Matt. 16: Jesus Predicts His Death and Resurrection (Matthew 16:21–23): Why did Peter rebuke Jesus when He foretold His suffering, death, and resurrection, and what did Jesus mean when He responded, “Get behind me, Satan”?
- Matt. 17: Jesus and the Temple Tax (Matthew 17:24–27): What did Jesus mean when He said, “Then the sons are free,” and why did He nevertheless choose to pay the temple tax? What does this teach us about His identity, freedom, and humility?
- Mark 8: Jesus Feeds the Four Thousand (Mark 8:1–10): What does this miracle reveal about Jesus' compassion, divine authority, and provision, and how does it demonstrate His care for those who follow Him?
