Day 4 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross.

Author & Voice: Marvin Schaefer

At the Passover table, Jesus transforms an ancient meal into a living proclamation of redemption, declaring the bread to be His body and the cup to be His blood of the new covenant. No longer pointing to a yearly sacrifice, the meal now reveals Christ as the true Lamb of God whose once-for-all atonement secures forgiveness and freedom from sin. In this episode, we remember that the Lord’s Supper is not mere symbolism, but a sacred invitation to proclaim His death, receive His grace, and await the day we will drink the cup with Him in His Kingdom.

Scripture

1. Matthew 26:26-29

Reflection Questions

1. Respond with Reverence and Gratitude.
2. Reflect on the weight of your sin and the depth of Christ’s love displayed in the brokenbody and poured-out blood.
3. Kid-friendly question: “Jesus gave His body and blood so we could be forgiven and be part of God’s family. How can we show Him we are thankfulfor His sacrifice?”
4. Next time you take Communion, pause to consider: “It was my sin that required this sacrifice. Thank you, Jesus.”
5. Examine Your Heart Before the Table
6. As Paul instructed in 1 Corinthians 11:28, examine yourself before partaking. Are you harboring unconfessed sin, bitterness, or apathy toward the cross?
7. Let the Lord’s Supper be a time of repentance and realignment with God’s grace.
8. Embrace Unity with the Body ofChrist
9. Communion is not only vertical (between you and God) but horizontal (between you and others in the body). If you are in a community group, consider sharing a meal together and taking communion together.
10. Ask: Am I walking in unity with fellow believers? Am I seeking reconciliation where there is division?
11. The shared cup reminds us: we are one family, saved by the same blood.
12. Live as One Who Has Been Bought with a Price
13. Jesus gave His body and blood to make you new. Live in light of that sacrifice.
14. Ask: Is my life a reflection of the covenant I’ve entered into through Christ?
15. Let Communion inspire daily obedience, holy living, and missional urgency.
16. Look Forward with Hope
17. Every time we take the Lord’s Supper, we proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes (1 Cor. 11:26).
18. Use Communion to stir...

Day 3 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross.

Author & Voice: Glyn McKay

At the Last Supper, beneath the intimacy of shared bread and covenant promises, a deeper spiritual battle was unfolding in Judas’ heart. Though he walked closely with Jesus, quiet compromise, unchecked sin, and misplaced expectations created space for the enemy to work—reminding us that proximity to Christ is not the same as surrender to Him. In this episode, we confront the reality of spiritual warfare and learn how abiding in Christ, guarding our hearts, and listening to the Spirit are how we deny access to the enemy and remain faithful to our Savior.

Scripture

1. John 13, 17:9-19

Reflection Questions

1. Are there quiet compromises in my life that may be giving the enemy a foothold?
2. What thoughts, habits, or desires have I left unchecked that could be hardening my heart?
3. In what ways am I close to Jesus in proximity, but distant in spirit? How can I move from simply doing spiritual things to genuinely abiding in Him?
4. When have I been disappointed with God’s plan because it didn’t match my own? How can I trust Jesus as the suffering servant, not just as a conquering king?

Kid-Friendly Question

1. Judas stayed close to Jesus but didn’t listen to Him—how can you stay close to Jesus with your heart, not just your body?

Spiritual Practice - Silence & Stillness

The world is full of chaotic voices trying to tell us which way to go and what to do. Instead, practicebeing quiet and listening for the voice of God. Are there areas He is leading you to listen to Him more? What are some lies from the enemy you have begun to believe?

How to practice it:

1. Find a quiet place
2. Set a timer for 2 to 5 minutes to intentionally block out anything else.
3. Ask God to speak by praying something like, “God, I am here and listening.”
4. Sit in silence, quiet your mind, and allow the Spirit to teach you and lead you.

Day 2 of our 47-day journey with Jesus to the cross.

Author & Voice: Jim Parks

On the night before the cross, as Jesus shared His final Passover meal, Scripture tells us He gave thanks—fully aware of the suffering that lay ahead. In this moment, gratitude was not tied to comfort, but anchored in the faithfulness of God and the redemption He was about to accomplish. This episode invites us to rediscover costly gratitude—learning to give thanks not because life is easy, but because our God is faithful in every season.

Scripture

1. Matthew 26:27

Reflection Questions

1. How have I allowed my current circumstances to turn me away from or towards a heart of thanksgiving?
2. Spend a few moments reflecting on the times that God has been faithful to you. If you are having trouble remembering, ask the Holy Spirit in prayer to remind you.
3. Take your journal and write down the moments God brings to mind, and give thanks to God for each moment.

Kid-Friendly Question

1. Ask your child/children to share somethingfor which they are thankful. It could be a favoriteperson, a special toy, or something they love to do.

Spiritual Practice - Thankfulness & Worship

1. As an ongoing practice for journaling, create a “Thanksgiving” or “Gratitude” list each morning.
2. Write down the date on your page.
3. Ask the Lord in prayerto remind you of moments to give thanks.
4. Listen to Him.
5. Then write them down. It may be one or multiple moments.
6. Make it a practice each day to update your “Thanksgiving” list in your journal. As you start this practice, it will remind you to keep your eyes on the Lord in all of your circumstances.