JOHN CHAPTER 18 – Daily Journal Questions
🔹Day 1 – “Jesus, knowing all that would happen to Him, came forward” (John 18:1–9)
Question: Jesus stepped forward to meet betrayal and suffering head-on. When facing pain or fear, do I hide or step forward with trust in God’s purpose for me?
🔹Day 2 – “Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given Me?” (John 18:10–11)
Question: Jesus willingly accepted the cup of suffering. Are there situations in my life that I resist, though God may be using them for deeper purpose and obedience?
🔹Day 3 – Peter’s First Denial (John 18:12–18)
Question: Like Peter, I may falter under pressure. When have I denied Jesus—not necessarily with words, but with silence, compromise, or fear? What does repentance look like for me?
🔹Day 4 – Jesus Before the High Priest (John 18:19–24)
Question: Jesus spoke truth calmly and confidently in the face of unjust questioning. How do I respond when I’m misunderstood, accused, or treated unfairly?
🔹Day 5 – Peter Denies Jesus Again (John 18:25–27)
Question: Peter’s fear led him to deny even knowing Jesus. What fears keep me from publicly identifying with Christ—and how can I grow in courage and faithfulness?
🔹Day 6 – “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:28–36)
Question: Jesus’ kingdom doesn’t operate by the world’s systems of power or control. In what ways am I still trying to follow Jesus while clinging to worldly values or ambitions?
🔹Day 7 – “What is truth?” (John 18:37–40)
Question: Pilate asked the right question but didn’t wait for the answer. How seriously do I pursue truth—not just facts, but the person of Jesus—and how does that pursuit shape my life?
BONUS REFLECTION QUESTIONS
Here are two bonus questions to encourage deeper reflection:
Bonus 1: What Does This Chapter Teach You About God?
🔹 Question: After reading John 17, what do you learn about God’s character? How does this chapter help you understand who He is and how He works in the world?
Bonus 2: How Can You Apply This to Your Life?
🔹 Question: In what ways does John 17 challenge or encourage you? What changes do you need to make in your life to better align with God’s character and will?
*All Scripture quotations from the NIV Bible.