Day 1: Jesus Heals the Man at the Pool (John 5:1-9)

🔹 Question: Jesus asked the man, “Do you want to get well?” (v. 6). Why do you think Jesus asked this question? How does this relate to our own willingness to receive healing—physically, spiritually, or emotionally?

Day 2: The Pharisees’ Response (John 5:10-15)

🔹 Question: Instead of rejoicing over the man’s healing, the religious leaders were upset that he carried his mat on the Sabbath (v. 10). What does this tell us about their focus? How can we avoid focusing on rules instead of what God is doing?

Day 3: Jesus’ Authority from the Father (John 5:16-23)

🔹 Question: Jesus said, “The Son can do nothing by himself; he can do only what he sees his Father doing.” (v. 19). What does this teach us about Jesus’ relationship with God the Father? How can we follow Jesus’ example in seeking God’s will?

Day 4: Life Through the Son (John 5:24-30)

🔹 Question: Jesus promised that “whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life.” (v. 24). What does this verse teach about salvation? How does this give us hope?

Day 5: Testimonies About Jesus (John 5:31-40)

🔹 Question: Jesus said the Scriptures “testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life.” (v. 39-40). Why is reading the Bible not enough if we don’t have a relationship with Jesus? How can we make sure we are truly seeking Him?

Day 6: Seeking Praise from God, Not People (John 5:41-47)

🔹 Question: Jesus warned that some people cared more about human approval than God’s approval (v. 44). How can we focus on pleasing God instead of worrying about what others think?

Day 7: Personal Reflection

🔹 Question: What is one lesson from John 5 that has challenged or encouraged you? How can you apply it to your life this week?

Here are two bonus questions to encourage deeper reflection:

Bonus 1: What Does This Chapter Teach You About God?

🔹 Question: After reading John 5, 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 5 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.