When questioned about truth, Pilate and Jesus cannot seem to agree. Who do you listen to when determining what is truth? Which kingdom holds the future?
Worship this week:
Saturday – 5:00 p.m. in the chapel
Sunday – 8:30 a.m. Traditional Worship
9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Adult Bible study and fellowship
10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship
Devotions for this week: Jesus and Pilate — March 11, 2018
SHARE: What was a high point of your day? What was a low point?
READ: Read the following daily readings to deepen your understanding
Sunday, John 18:28-40, Jesus and Pilate
Monday, John 12:36-43, The Unbelief of the People
Tuesday, John 12:44-50, Summary of Jesus’ Teaching
Wednesday, John 13:18-30, Jesus Foretells His Betrayal
Thursday, John 13:31-35, The New Commandment
Friday, John 13:36-38, Jesus Foretells Peter’s Denial
Saturday, John 14:1-14, Jesus the Way to the Father
TALK: Consider some of these ideas:
Pilate asked him, “What is truth?” (John 18:38)
Every encounter with Jesus is unforgettable, and Pilate’s is no exception. However, his questions are not those of an inquiring disciple, but of one who holds authority over Jesus’ very life.
Tell of a time you weren’t sure what you were hearing was the truth or lies. How did you discern the truth?
- Wonder: Did Pilate believe Jesus was a king? Do you?
- Make a list of your top 5 values. Think of someone whose values differ from yours. How do your values shape what you perceive as truth?
PRAY: God of all truth, your thoughts are well beyond our own. Challenge us to look beyond our narrow assumptions, into a wider vision of how the world could be. For the sake of Jesus Christ, Amen.
BLESS: May God speak truth to you. Amen.
