Check the claim against Scripture's witness to the Christ

Assume it is true if the speaker sounds sincere

Set the Scriptures aside and rely mostly on first impressions

Treat the details as minor and focus only on religious feeling

If you would like to receive Jesus, pray this with me: Lord Jesus, I have sinned and I cannot save myself. I turn from my sin and from trusting myself, and I believe you died for my sins and rose again. I believe you are the Christ promised in Scripture through David and Bethlehem, and I receive you as my Lord and Savior. Lead my life from this day forward. Amen.

Receive the Promised Christ

Lord, awaken your Church to read the Scriptures with fresh faith, to see Jesus as the promised Christ, and to speak of him with confidence and humility. Restore our love for your word, and make us faithful witnesses to the Messiah you revealed long ago, in the name of Jesus. Amen.

Awaken Your Church to the Witness of Scripture

Thank God for Scriptures that point ahead to Jesus, for keeping his promise through David's line and Bethlehem, and for showing that his saving plan has been there all along.

Thank You for a Faithful Word

Read the verse slowly, then name one claim about Jesus that you want to examine carefully. Ask God for humility to receive what Scripture says, and for clarity to recognize the Christ it reveals.

Pray Through the Verse Slowly

Pray for people who hear many opinions about Jesus: that they would have open hearts, a willingness to look at Scripture honestly, and a true desire to know whether he is the promised Christ.

For Those Still Deciding About Jesus

Praise God for weaving his promise through real history, real people, and a real place. Worship him for not speaking vaguely, but for revealing the Christ with clarity and faithfulness.

Praise for God’s Careful Faithfulness

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John 7:42 — FormalTAB

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