Lenten Readings: John 17

Lenten Readings: The two-year Bible reading plan puts the Gospel accounts of Luke and John right between Ash Wednesday and Easter. Whether you're doing the reading plan or not, you can follow along on the blog and read daily meditations based on the accounts of Jesus, whose life and death we remember and cherish during this season of Lent. Check back every day starting on February 14 and until Easter Saturday.

Tuesday, March 27, 2018
READ John 17
MEDITATE on John 17:15, "I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the evil one." Why did Jesus leave us in the world?

REFLECT
Jesus' prayer for his disciples is very illuminating, regarding His identity, God's plan of salvation, and our hope going forward. God the Father and the Son are one God, and His plan includes God's choice of us and His faithfulness in securing salvation through Christ's work. And verse 15 teaches us two things: that we are intentionally placed on this planet and that there is an enemy.

There are times when things get difficult and we wonder why Jesus left us. But in His prayer, He explains that it is because others will come to believe in Him through our words (v. 20). And while we are carrying on the work of Christ, God is watching over us and helping us through His Spirit.

So, let me ask you, is this purpose guiding you today? How are you following God through this Passion Week? What is it that is on your daily prayer list?

PRAY

Pray for at least three people in your life today who do not believe in Jesus as Lord and Savior. Pray for yourself and your ministry to others. Pray for this mission for your life.