The Story - Chapter 23

Read Luke John 1:35-39 (The Story pg 323) three times:

• First time, read through at normal pace.
• Second, read slower, noticing any phrases or words that jump out at you.
• Finally, read and slow down at the phrases and words that jumped out at you, stopping to consider why the Holy Spirit may be lifting those up to you.

Take a few moments to prayerfully consider the following questions:

• Jesus asks the disciples, “What do you want?” Lent is a time of deep self-examination. If Jesus were to ask you this question today, what would be the first thing you'd want to tell him?
• The disciples respond to Jesus’ question with another question: “Where are you staying?” How does Lent invite you to “stay” with Jesus?  
• Sit and consider Jesus' invitation in John 1:39: “Come, and you will see.” How is Jesus inviting you to a deeper faith this Lent? If anything is keeping you from responding to Jesus' invitation, share that now with the Lord in prayer.
• If you could spend the day with Jesus, what would you and him do? Let the Holy Spirit guide this time, and be thankful for the images and thoughts where you're led!