Daily Bible Reading— April 2025, God’s Strengthening Word: Assurance of Hope in Christ JesusSample

Introduction

John 8:21–30: In the debate between Jesus and his opponents, they continue to question him about who his father is, and Jesus draws upon God’s divine name, “I Am Who I Am” (verse 28; see Exodus 3:14) to define his connection to God his Father.

Today’s Key Verse: John 8:28a

[Jesus said:] “When you lift up the Son of Man, you will know that ‘I Am Who I Am’.”

Reflect

Jesus draws on God’s personal name in his confrontation with the religious leaders, a name that faithful Jews do not speak aloud. Reread verses 27–29. What does Jesus say to these authorities about his relationship with God? What does it mean to you that to know Jesus is to know God?

Pray

Lord Jesus, I know that you were sent by God to reveal God to us. Help me to live out this truth and act according to your teachings. May all I do and say this day be pleasing in your sight. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

John 8:31–47: Jesus says that all Abraham’s children would listen to him.