March 31, 2024 - Good Friday & Easter Sunday are times when we reflect on the death and resurrection of our Lord and savior, Jesus Christ. Take the time to read and meditate on the seven last words that Jesus said on the cross, and find hope and peace in the seven "I Am" statements that Jesus shared with us during his ministry on earth. We encourage you to spend the month of April diving into these statements during your personal reflection time and with your small groups.

Here are some steps and questions to help you. You can also view our Good Friday & Easter Sunday services on our Facebook to dive further. 

1. Pray and invite the Holy Spirit into your time of study.
2. Read one statement/verse at a time.
3. What is the context of the verse? Answer the who, what, where, and when (the "why" and "how" are coming up). 
4. Unpack the meaning of the verse. What is Jesus telling us and why? 
5. How has this statement made an impact your life? Was there a time where this statement provided peace, comfort, hope, assurance? How can fully live out Jesus' statements in your life?

Seven Last Words
Luke 23:34
Luke 23: 43
John 19:26-27
Matthew 27:46
John 19:28
John 19:30
Luke 23:46

Seven "I Am" Statements
John 6:35
John 8:22
John 10:11
John 10:7-9
John 11:25
John 14:6
John 15:1