Day 249 – John: Birth and preparation of Jesus, the Son of God
“The one who is the true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world.” John 1:9 NLT
A year devotional through the Bible discussing the stories, themes, and characters while following the sketch God draws out for each person.
“The one who is the true light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the world.” John 1:9 NLT
“In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. He existed in the beginning with God.” John 1:1-2 NLT
“The disciples saw Jesus do many other miraculous signs in addition to the ones recorded in this book. But these are written so that you may continue to believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing in him you will have life by the power of his name.” John…
“His partners, James and John, the sons of Zebedee, were also amazed. Jesus replied to Simon, ‘Don’t be afraid! From now on you’ll be fishing for people!” And as soon as they landed, they left everything and followed Jesus.” Luke 5:10-11 NLT
“Mary responded, ‘I am the Lord’s servant. May everything you have said about me come true.’ And then the angel left her.” Luke 1:38 NLT
“And now I will send the Holy Spirit, just as my Father promised. But stay here in the city until the Holy Spirit comes and fills you with power from heaven.” Luke 24:49 NLT Read Luke 22:1 to Luke 24:53 The Savior of the world was arrested and executed. Today we understand the events and…
“Then fear came upon all, and they glorified God, saying, ‘A great prophet has risen up among us’; and, ‘God has visited His people.’ And this report about Him went throughout all Judea and all the surrounding region.” Luke 7 16-17 NKJV
“Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others – the armies of heaven – praising God and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” Luke 2:13-14 NLT
“But why did you need to search?’ he asked. ‘Didn’t you know that I must be in my Father’s house?” But they didn’t understand what he meant.” Luke 2:49-50 NLT
“Jesus responded, ‘Salvation has come to this home today, for this man has shown himself to be a true son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek and save those who are lost.” Luke 19:9-10 NLT