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Genesis 22:1-19
Abraham and Isaac on Mount Moriah
God tests Abraham by commanding him to offer Isaac. Abraham travels with Isaac and two servants to the land of Moriah, prepares an altar, and binds Isaac. When Abraham reaches out to act, the angel of the LORD stops him. God provides a ram instead, and the LORD confirms promises concerning Abraham’s offspring, victory over enemies, and blessing to all nations of the earth.
Genesis 18:1-15
Abraham Welcomes Three Visitors
The LORD appears to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre while Abraham sits at his tent entrance. Abraham welcomes three men, offers them water and food, and stands nearby while they eat. One visitor announces that Sarah will have a son at the appointed time, “at this time next year.” Sarah, listening at the tent entrance, laughs inwardly because she and Abraham are old. The LORD questions her laughter and declares that nothing is too difficult for the LORD. Sarah denies laughing because she is afraid, but the LORD says that she did laugh.
Genesis 12:1-9
God Calls Abram
God tells Abram to leave his country, relatives, and father’s household for a land God will show him. God promises to make Abram a great nation, bless him, make his name great, and make him a blessing; all families of the earth will be blessed through him. Abram leaves with Sarai, Lot, their possessions, and their household, travels to Canaan, builds altars to the LORD at Shechem and between Bethel and Ai, and continues toward the Negev.
Genesis 21:1-7
Isaac Is Born
The LORD does for Sarah as he had spoken: Sarah conceives and bears Abraham a son at the set time God had spoken. Abraham names the son Isaac and circumcises him when he is eight days old, as God commanded. Abraham is one hundred years old when Isaac is born. Sarah says God has made laughter for her, that everyone who hears will laugh with her, and marvels that she has nursed a son in Abraham’s old age.
Genesis 25:19-34
Jacob and Esau
Esau sells his birthright to his brother Jacob for bread and lentil stew after returning exhausted from the open country. The passage introduces Isaac’s sons, their struggle before birth, and the different ways they live.
Genesis 32:22-32
Jacob Wrestles at Peniel
Jacob sends his family and possessions across the Jabbok, remains alone, and wrestles with a man until daybreak. The man touches Jacob’s hip, leaving it out of joint. Jacob asks for a blessing and receives the name Israel because he has striven with God and with humans and has prevailed. Jacob names the place Peniel because he says he has seen God face to face and lived. The account ends with Jacob limping and notes the Israelites’ abstention from the tendon attached to the hip socket.
Genesis 28:10-22
Jacob’s Dream
Jacob leaves Beersheba for Haran and stops for the night at a place later called Bethel. In a dream, he sees a stairway or flight of steps reaching heaven, with angels going up and down. The LORD stands above it and reaffirms promises concerning Jacob’s descendants, the land, blessing to all families of the earth, and God’s presence and protection. Jacob wakes, recognizes the place as awesome and God’s house, sets up the stone he used as a pillow, names the place Bethel, and makes a conditional vow to God.
Genesis 37:1-36
Joseph and His Brothers
Joseph’s brothers resent him because Jacob favors him and because of Joseph’s dreams. They plot to kill him, but Reuben persuades them to put him in a pit. Judah proposes selling Joseph, and the brothers sell him to passing Ishmaelites. The brothers deceive Jacob with Joseph’s bloodstained garment, while Joseph is taken to Egypt. There, the Midianites sell him to Potiphar, an officer of Pharaoh and captain of the guard. The passage ends without describing later outcomes or explicitly explaining God’s purpose.
Genesis 42:1–45:28
Joseph Forgives His Brothers
During a famine, Joseph’s brothers travel from Canaan to Egypt to buy grain. Joseph recognizes them, tests their honesty and concern for Benjamin, and eventually reveals his identity. He tells them that God sent him ahead to preserve life, forgives and comforts them, and instructs them to bring Jacob and their households to Egypt. Jacob learns that Joseph is alive and resolves to go to him.
Genesis 40:1–41:57
Joseph Interprets Pharaoh’s Dreams
Joseph, imprisoned in Egypt, interprets the dreams of Pharaoh’s cupbearer and baker, attributing the interpretation to God. Two years later, Joseph interprets Pharaoh’s two dreams as seven years of great abundance followed by seven years of severe famine. He advises Pharaoh to appoint a wise administrator and store one-fifth of the harvest during the abundant years. Pharaoh recognizes Joseph’s God-given wisdom, places him over Egypt, and Joseph oversees the collection and storage of grain. When famine comes, people from Egypt and other lands come to Joseph to buy food.
Genesis 18:16–19:29
Lot Is Rescued
God announces judgment on Sodom and Gomorrah. Abraham speaks with the LORD about whether the righteous will be spared. Two angels go to Sodom, warn Lot, and lead him, his wife, and his two daughters out before the cities are destroyed. Lot’s wife looks back and becomes a pillar of salt. Lot and his daughters reach safety in Zoar, while the LORD destroys Sodom and Gomorrah and the surrounding plain.
Exodus 14:1-31
Crossing the Red Sea
The LORD leads Israel to encamp by the sea, where Pharaoh pursues with horses, chariots, horsemen, and an army. Israel is afraid, but Moses tells the people to stand firm and see the LORD’s salvation. The LORD divides the sea through Moses’ outstretched hand, and Israel crosses on dry ground with walls of water on both sides. The Egyptians pursue into the sea; when Moses stretches out his hand again, the waters return and cover the pursuing forces. The LORD saves Israel, and Israel sees the Egyptians dead on the seashore, fears the LORD, and trusts the LORD and Moses.
Exodus 16:1-36
Manna in the Wilderness
After leaving Elim, the Israelites arrive in the wilderness of Sin and complain to Moses and Aaron about hunger. The LORD announces that He will provide quail in the evening and bread from heaven in the morning, while testing whether the people will follow His instructions. A flaky substance called manna appears with the dew. Each person gathers according to need, gathers twice as much before the Sabbath, and keeps an omer as a remembrance for future generations. The Israelites eat manna for forty years until they come to an inhabited land.
Exodus 3:1–4:17
Moses and the Burning Bush
God appears to Moses in a bush that burns without being consumed, calls him to bring the Israelites out of Egypt, reveals his name, and gives signs and help to address Moses’ fears and objections.
Exodus 1:8–2:10
The Baby Moses
Moses is born during a time when Pharaoh has ordered Hebrew baby boys to be thrown into the Nile. His mother hides him for three months, then places him in a basket among the reeds. Pharaoh’s daughter finds him, recognizes him as a Hebrew child, and takes him as her son. Moses’s sister arranges for his mother to nurse him, and Pharaoh’s daughter names him Moses because she drew him out of the water.
Exodus 12:1-32
The First Passover
The LORD instructs Moses and Aaron to establish the Passover for Israel. Each household selects and prepares a lamb or young goat, marks its doorway with blood, and eats the meal with unleavened bread and bitter herbs while dressed and ready to depart. The LORD strikes Egypt’s firstborn but passes over the marked Israelite homes. Pharaoh summons Moses and Aaron and orders the Israelites to leave Egypt and worship the LORD.
Exodus 32:1-35
The Golden Calf
While Moses remains on Mount Sinai, the Israelites ask Aaron to make a visible god to lead them. Aaron forms a golden calf from their gold, and the people worship it with celebration. God tells Moses what is happening and announces judgment. Moses intercedes, comes down carrying the two tablets of the covenant, breaks them when he sees the calf and the dancing, destroys the calf, confronts Aaron and the people, and calls for those loyal to the LORD. A plague follows the people’s sin, and Moses again appeals to God on Israel’s behalf.
Exodus 19:1–20:21
The Ten Commandments
At Mount Sinai, God prepares Israel to be his special people. After the people agree to obey, God descends on the mountain amid thunder, lightning, cloud, trumpet sound, smoke, and fire. God speaks the Ten Commandments and other covenant instructions, commanding Israel to worship him alone, honor his name and Sabbath, and treat others rightly. The people stand at a distance in fear while Moses approaches the thick darkness where God is present.
Numbers 13:1–14:45
Joshua and Caleb Trust God
Moses sends twelve tribal leaders to explore Canaan. After forty days, they report that the land is fruitful, but ten spies emphasize its strong inhabitants and fortified cities. Caleb urges Israel to trust the LORD and enter the land, and Joshua joins him in urging faithfulness. The people fear, grumble, and want to return to Egypt. The LORD judges the unbelieving generation: those twenty years old and upward, except Caleb and Joshua, will not enter the land. The ten spies who gave the bad report die by a plague. Israel then attempts to enter the land without the LORD’s support and is defeated by the Amalekites and Canaanites.
Joshua 2:1-24
Rahab Helps the Spies
Joshua secretly sends two spies from Shittim to Jericho. Rahab hides them under flax stalks on her roof, lets them down by a rope through her window, and helps them escape to the hills. The spies instruct her to tie a scarlet cord in the window, gather her family inside the house, and keep their mission secret so that she and her household may be spared. After hiding for three days and crossing over, the spies return to Joshua and report that the LORD has given Israel the land and that the people of the land fear Israel.
Joshua 6:1-27
The Walls of Jericho Fall
The LORD commands Joshua to have Israel march around the closed city of Jericho once daily for six days, then seven times on the seventh day. After the priests sound the trumpets and the people shout, the wall falls. Israel takes and devotes the city to destruction, while the silver, gold, bronze, and iron are reserved for the LORD’s treasury. Rahab and all who are with her are rescued because she hid the messengers and because of the agreement with the spies. Joshua declares a curse on anyone who rebuilds Jericho, and the LORD is with Joshua.
Judges 6:11–7:25
Gideon’s Three Hundred
God calls Gideon to deliver Israel from Midian. After Gideon obeys God by tearing down Baal’s altar, God confirms and strengthens him, then reduces Israel’s force from 32,000 to 300 men so Israel cannot claim the victory. Through a nighttime surprise using trumpets, jars, and torches, God throws the Midianite camp into confusion. Midian flees, and Israel pursues; Ephraim captures Oreb and Zeeb, who are killed at named locations.
Judges 13:1–16:31
Samson and Delilah
Samson is announced before his birth as one set apart to God and begins to deliver Israel from the Philistines. His strength is associated with the LORD’s empowerment and his Nazirite consecration, symbolized in the uncut hair of his head. Samson’s impulsive choices, conflicts, and relationship with Delilah bring repeated consequences. After Delilah obtains the secret of his strength, a man shaves Samson’s hair; the LORD departs from him, and the Philistines capture, blind, and imprison him. At a Philistine celebration in Dagon’s temple, Samson prays for remembrance and strength, then pulls down the central pillars, killing himself and many Philistines. The account emphasizes calling, dependence on God, betrayal, consequences, and a solemn final act against Israel’s oppressors.
Ruth 2:1-23
Ruth Gleans in Boaz’s Field
Ruth, a Moabite woman who returned to Bethlehem with Naomi, goes to gather leftover grain and happens to come to the field belonging to Boaz, a relative of Naomi’s husband Elimelech. Boaz learns of Ruth’s loyalty to Naomi, tells her to remain with his female workers, protects her, provides water and food, and instructs the workers to leave extra grain for her. Ruth gathers grain until evening, brings it to Naomi along with leftover food, and continues gleaning through the barley and wheat harvests while living with Naomi.
Ruth 1:1-22
Ruth Stays with Naomi
During a famine in Judah, Elimelech takes Naomi and their two sons from Bethlehem to Moab. Elimelech dies, and Naomi’s sons marry Moabite women, Ruth and Orpah; after about ten years, the sons also die. Naomi decides to return to Bethlehem after hearing that the LORD has provided food in Judah. Orpah returns to her people, but Ruth steadfastly commits herself to Naomi, Naomi’s people, and Naomi’s God. They arrive in Bethlehem at the beginning of the barley harvest, where Naomi expresses her grief and asks to be called Mara.
1 Samuel 17
David and Goliath
David trusted God when he faced the giant Goliath. This child-friendly story is about courage and faith in God.
1 Samuel 16:1-13
David Is Anointed King
The LORD sends Samuel to Bethlehem to anoint one of Jesse’s sons as king, because the LORD has rejected Saul. Samuel sees Jesse’s older sons, but the LORD chooses none of them. David, the youngest, is brought in from tending the sheep. The LORD tells Samuel that David is the chosen one, and Samuel anoints him among his brothers. The LORD’s Spirit comes powerfully upon David from that day onward.
1 Samuel 24:1-22
David Spares Saul
David and his men are hiding in the wilderness of En-gedi when Saul enters the cave alone to cover his feet. David’s men urge him to kill Saul, but David refuses to harm the LORD’s anointed. He cuts off only the corner of Saul’s robe, then feels guilty and restrains his men. After Saul leaves the cave, David calls to him from a distance, shows the robe fragment, explains that he has not rebelled or sought Saul’s harm, and asks the LORD to judge between them. Saul acknowledges David’s righteousness, admits David repaid evil with good, and asks David to swear not to destroy his descendants or wipe out his family name. David swears, Saul returns home, and David and his men go up to the stronghold.
1 Samuel 3:1-21
Samuel Hears God’s Call
At a time when messages from the LORD were rare and visions uncommon, the boy Samuel served the LORD under Eli. One night, while Samuel was lying down in the LORD’s temple near the ark of God, the LORD called him. Samuel mistakenly thought Eli was calling him and went to Eli three times. Eli then understood that the LORD was calling the boy and instructed Samuel to answer, “Speak, LORD, for your servant hears.” The LORD came and stood there, revealed a judgment concerning Eli’s household, and Samuel later told Eli everything. The LORD continued to be with Samuel, and all Israel recognized him as a prophet of the LORD.
1 Kings 17:1-16
Elijah Is Fed by Ravens
During a drought announced by Elijah, the LORD tells him to hide beside the Brook Cherith. Ravens bring him bread and meat, and he drinks from the brook. When the brook dries because there is no rain, the LORD sends Elijah to Zarephath, where a widow is commanded to provide for him. Though she has only a handful of flour and a little oil, the LORD keeps the flour and oil supplied until rain returns.
1 Kings 18:1-46
Elijah on Mount Carmel
During a drought, Elijah meets Ahab and gathers Israel, along with the prophets of Baal, at Mount Carmel. Elijah proposes that the God who answers by fire is the true God. Baal’s prophets call without receiving an answer. Elijah repairs the LORD’s altar with twelve stones, prepares a sacrifice, and prays. The LORD answers with fire, and the people acknowledge that the LORD is God. Elijah then prays again, a small cloud appears, rain comes, and Elijah travels with Ahab toward Jezreel.
1 Kings 3:3-28
Solomon Asks for Wisdom
Solomon loves the LORD and serves as king. At Gibeon, the LORD appears to him in a dream and invites him to ask for what he wants. Solomon asks for an understanding heart to govern God’s people and discern good from evil. God is pleased, grants him wisdom, and also gives him riches and honor, with a promise of long life if he walks in God’s ways and keeps the commandments. Solomon later demonstrates this wisdom in a difficult judgment involving two women and one living child.
2 Kings 5:1-19
Naaman Is Healed
Naaman, commander of the army of Aram, has a skin disease. A captive Israelite girl tells Naaman’s wife that the prophet in Samaria could heal him. Naaman goes to the king of Israel and then to Elisha. Elisha instructs him, through a messenger, to wash seven times in the Jordan River. Naaman is initially angry but follows the instruction and is healed. He acknowledges that there is no God in all the earth except in Israel and asks for permission concerning his service to the king of Aram.
2 Kings 4:1-7
The Widow’s Oil
A widow tells Elisha that her deceased husband’s creditor is coming to take her two sons as servants because of a debt. Elisha asks what she has in her house, and she says she has only a jar of oil. Following his instructions, she borrows empty containers from her neighbors, shuts the door with her sons, and pours the oil into them until no containers remain. The oil then stops. Elisha tells her to sell the oil, pay the creditor, and live with her sons on what remains.
Daniel 6:1-28
Daniel in the Lions’ Den
Daniel continues praying to God despite a royal law, is placed in a lions’ den, and is protected through the night. The king finds Daniel alive and unharmed, then issues a decree honoring the living God. Daniel prospers during the reigns of Darius and Cyrus the Persian.
Daniel 3:1-30
The Fiery Furnace
King Nebuchadnezzar sets up a large gold statue on the plain of Dura and commands assembled peoples to worship it when they hear music. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refuse because they will not serve the king’s gods or worship the statue. They say God is able to rescue them, but they will remain faithful even if he does not. Nebuchadnezzar orders them thrown into a furnace heated seven times more than usual. The king sees four figures walking unharmed in the fire. The three men come out without injury or even the smell of fire, and Nebuchadnezzar praises their God, issues a decree protecting his honor, and promotes the three men in the province of Babylon.
Jonah 1–4
Jonah and the Great Fish
Jonah ran from God’s instruction, but God rescued him and gave him another chance to obey.
Matthew 4:18-22
Jesus Calls His First Disciples
Jesus calls four fishermen—Simon Peter, Andrew, James, and John—to follow him. Simon and Andrew are casting a net in the Sea of Galilee; they immediately leave their nets. Jesus then calls James and John, who are mending nets in a boat with their father Zebedee; they immediately leave the boat and their father and follow Jesus.
Matthew 21:1-11
Jesus Enters Jerusalem
Jesus approaches Jerusalem, sends two disciples to bring a donkey and its colt, and enters the city humbly in fulfillment of the prophetic message. His disciples place cloaks on the animals, while crowds spread cloaks and branches on the road and praise him as the Son of David. Jerusalem is stirred, and the crowds identify him as the prophet from Nazareth in Galilee.
Matthew 2:13-23
Jesus Escapes to Egypt
After the visitors depart, an angel of the Lord warns Joseph in a dream that Herod is seeking the child to destroy him. Joseph takes Mary and Jesus by night and leaves for Egypt. They remain there until Herod dies. Matthew connects these events with Scripture. After Herod’s death, an angel tells Joseph to return to Israel, but Joseph settles the family in Galilee because Herod’s son Archelaus rules Judea; Jesus is raised in Nazareth.
Matthew 3:13-17
Jesus Is Baptized
Jesus comes from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. Though John initially objects, Jesus says this is fitting to fulfill all righteousness. John baptizes him. As Jesus rises from the water, the heavens open, the Spirit of God descends like a dove and comes to rest on him, and a voice from heaven declares him God’s beloved Son, in whom God is well pleased.
Matthew 28:1-20
Jesus Is Risen
Matthew 28:1-20 records that Mary Magdalene and the other Mary visit Jesus’ tomb after the Sabbath. An angel announces that Jesus has risen and instructs them to tell his disciples. Jesus meets the women and sends them to tell his brothers to go to Galilee. The guards report to the chief priests, who spread a false explanation for the missing body. In Galilee, Jesus appears to his disciples, declares his authority, commands them to make disciples of all nations, baptize them, teach them to obey his commands, and promises to be with them always.
Matthew 4:1-11
Jesus Is Tempted in the Wilderness
After Jesus fasts for forty days and forty nights in the wilderness, the devil tempts him three times. Jesus answers each temptation with words from Scripture. The devil then leaves, and angels come to serve Jesus.
Matthew 26:36-46
Jesus Prays in Gethsemane
In Matthew 26:36-46, Jesus comes with his disciples to Gethsemane and tells them to sit there while he goes to pray. He takes Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, becomes sorrowful and troubled, and asks them to remain and watch with him. Jesus prays to his Father, asking that the cup pass from him if possible while submitting to the Father’s will. He finds the disciples sleeping, urges them to watch and pray because the spirit is willing but the flesh is weak, and prays two more times. After the disciples sleep again, Jesus tells them to sleep and rest no longer because the hour is near, the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners, and his betrayer is approaching. He tells them to rise and go.
Matthew 14:22-33
Jesus Walks on Water
After feeding the crowd, Jesus sends his disciples ahead by boat while he dismisses the crowd and prays alone on a mountain. During the night, the boat is troubled by waves and opposing wind. Jesus comes to the disciples walking on the sea. They are afraid, but he identifies himself and tells them not to fear. Peter asks to come to Jesus on the water; Jesus calls him, and Peter walks toward him. When Peter notices the strong wind, he becomes afraid and begins to sink, crying out for Jesus to save him. Jesus immediately takes hold of him and questions his little faith. Jesus and Peter enter the boat, the wind stops, and the disciples worship Jesus, declaring him the Son of God.
Matthew 16:13-20
Peter Confesses Jesus as the Christ
Jesus asks his disciples who people say he is and who they themselves say he is. Simon Peter answers that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. Jesus says this knowledge was revealed by his Father in heaven, blesses Simon, gives him the name Peter, and speaks of building his church on this rock. Jesus gives Peter the keys of the kingdom of heaven and authority concerning binding and loosing. He then orders the disciples not to tell anyone that he is the Christ.
Matthew 28:16-20
The Great Commission
The risen Jesus meets his disciples on a mountain in Galilee and commissions them to make disciples of all nations. He instructs them to baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and to teach obedience to everything he commanded. Jesus promises to be with them always, to the end of the age.
Matthew 17:1-13
The Transfiguration
After six days, Jesus takes Peter, James, and John up a high mountain. Jesus is transfigured before them: his face shines like the sun and his clothes become white as light. Moses and Elijah appear and speak with him. Peter offers to make three shelters, but a bright cloud overshadows them. A voice from the cloud identifies Jesus as God’s beloved Son, with whom God is well pleased, and commands the disciples to listen to him. The disciples fall facedown in fear. Jesus touches them, tells them not to be afraid, and they see no one except Jesus. As they descend, Jesus tells them not to tell anyone about the vision until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead. The disciples ask about Elijah, and Jesus says Elijah is coming and will restore all things, but that Elijah has already come and was not recognized and was treated as people wished. The disciples understand that Jesus is speaking about John the Baptist.
Matthew 2:1-12
The Wise Men Visit Jesus
Magi from the east come to Jerusalem during Herod’s reign seeking the child born king of the Jews. After learning that the Christ would be born in Bethlehem, they leave Jerusalem, are guided by the star to the place where Jesus is, worship him, and present gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they go back to their country by another route.
Mark 4:35–41
Jesus Calms the Storm
Jesus’ disciples were afraid during a storm, but Jesus calmed the wind and waves.
Mark 6:30-44
Jesus Feeds Five Thousand
The disciples return and report to Jesus, who takes them by boat to a solitary place to rest. Many people arrive ahead of them. Jesus has compassion on the crowd, teaches them, and then feeds about five thousand men with five loaves and two fish. Everyone eats and is satisfied, and twelve basketfuls of broken pieces and fish remain.
Mark 8:22-26
Jesus Heals a Blind Man at Bethsaida
At Bethsaida, people bring a blind man to Jesus and ask Him to touch him. Jesus leads the man outside the village and heals him in two stages. The man first sees people who look like trees walking, then sees clearly. Jesus sends him home and tells him not to enter the village.
Mark 2:1-12
Jesus Heals a Paralyzed Man
In Mark 2:1-12, Jesus returns to Capernaum. News spreads that he is at home, and many gather so that there is no room, even outside the door. Four people bring a paralyzed man and lower him through the opened roof. Seeing their faith, Jesus first tells the man that his sins are forgiven. Some scribes question this in their hearts, reasoning that only God can forgive sins. Jesus knows their thoughts, asks which is easier—to say that sins are forgiven or to say, “Get up, take your mat and walk”—and declares that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins. He then commands the man to get up, take his mat, and go home. The man immediately rises, takes his mat, and walks out in full view of everyone. The crowd is amazed, praises God, and says they have never seen anything like this.
Mark 5:21-43
Jesus Raises Jairus’s Daughter
Jesus crosses back by boat, and a large crowd gathers around him. Jairus, a synagogue leader, falls at Jesus’ feet and urgently asks him to come because his little daughter is near death. Jesus goes with him, accompanied by the crowd. On the way, a woman who has suffered for twelve years touches Jesus’ clothing and is healed; Jesus identifies her and speaks to her. Messengers then report that Jairus’s daughter has died, but Jesus tells Jairus not to fear and to believe. At the house, Jesus allows only Peter, James, John, and the child’s parents to accompany him. He sends away the mourners, takes the twelve-year-old child by the hand, and commands her to get up. She immediately rises and walks, and those present are astonished. Jesus instructs them to give her something to eat and strictly tells them not to let others know about this.
Luke 2:41-52
Jesus in the Temple as a Boy
At age twelve, Jesus travels with Mary and Joseph to Jerusalem for Passover. After the festival, he remains in Jerusalem without his parents knowing. They search for him for one day among relatives and acquaintances, then return to Jerusalem and find him after three days in the temple, sitting among the teachers, listening and asking questions. Those who hear him are amazed at his understanding and answers. Jesus says he must be in or about his Father’s affairs, but his parents do not understand. He returns to Nazareth with them, remains obedient, and grows in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and people.
Luke 22:47–23:25
Jesus Is Arrested and Tried
In Luke’s account, Jesus is arrested after Judas approaches with a crowd and identifies him with a kiss. Jesus heals the high priest’s servant, is taken to the high priest’s house, denied by Peter, mocked, and questioned by the council. He is then brought before Pilate and Herod. Although Pilate and Herod find no basis for condemning him, the assembly demands Jesus’ death, and Pilate hands him over to their will while releasing Barabbas.
Luke 24:13-35
Jesus on the Road to Emmaus
On the same day, two disciples travel from Jerusalem to Emmaus, discussing the recent events. Jesus joins them, but they do not recognize him. They tell him about Jesus of Nazareth, his crucifixion, their hope that he would redeem Israel, and reports from the women and others that the tomb was empty and angels had appeared. Jesus explains from Moses and all the Prophets what the Scriptures say about the Messiah’s suffering and glory. Near Emmaus, they urge him to stay; while he breaks bread, their eyes are opened and they recognize him, and he disappears. They return to Jerusalem and report to the gathered disciples what happened and how Jesus was recognized in the breaking of bread.
Luke 10:38-42
Jesus Visits Mary and Martha
Jesus visits the home of Martha, where Martha serves while Mary sits at Jesus’ feet listening to him. Martha asks Jesus to tell Mary to help. Jesus answers that Martha is worried and troubled about many things, while Mary has chosen the necessary or better portion, which will not be taken away from her.
Luke 2:1-20
The Birth of Jesus
During a registration ordered by Caesar Augustus, Joseph travels from Nazareth in Galilee to Bethlehem in Judea, David’s town, with Mary, who is pledged to him and pregnant. Mary gives birth to her firstborn son, wraps him in cloths, and lays him in a manger because there is no available guest space. An angel announces the birth of the Savior, Christ the Lord, to shepherds living in the fields and guarding their flock at night. A multitude of the heavenly host praises God. The shepherds go to Bethlehem, find Mary, Joseph, and Jesus, report what they were told, and return glorifying and praising God. Mary treasures and reflects on these events.
Luke 23:26-49
The Crucifixion of Jesus
In Luke 23:26-49, Jesus is led to crucifixion, with Simon of Cyrene carrying the cross behind him. Jesus speaks to the mourning women, is crucified between two criminals, and promises paradise to the repentant criminal. Darkness covers the land from the sixth to the ninth hour, the temple curtain is torn, and Jesus dies after committing his spirit to the Father. The centurion praises God and declares Jesus righteous; the crowds mourn while Jesus’ acquaintances and the women from Galilee watch from a distance.
Luke 10:25-37
The Good Samaritan
Jesus tells a parable in response to a law expert’s question about inheriting eternal life and defining one’s neighbor. A man traveling from Jerusalem to Jericho is attacked, stripped, beaten, and left half-dead. A priest and a Levite see him but pass by. A Samaritan shows compassion, treats his wounds, transports him to an inn, cares for him, and pays the innkeeper for continued care. Jesus directs the hearer to imitate this mercy.
Luke 22:7-23
The Last Supper
Jesus celebrates the Passover with the apostles, says he has greatly desired to share this meal with them before he suffers, gives them bread associated with his body and a cup identified with the new covenant in his blood, and announces that one of them will betray him.
Luke 5:1-11
The Miraculous Catch of Fish
Jesus teaches beside the lake, then directs Simon to lower his nets. The nets fill with fish, requiring help from another boat. Simon responds with awe and humility; Jesus tells him not to fear and announces that he will catch people. Simon, James, and John bring their boats to shore, leave everything, and follow Jesus.
Luke 15:1-7
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
Jesus tells a parable about a shepherd who searches for one lost sheep, rejoices when he finds it, and calls others to rejoice with him. He explains that heaven rejoices over one sinner who repents more than over ninety-nine righteous people who need no repentance.
Luke 15:11-32
The Parable of the Prodigal Son
Jesus tells a parable about a father and his two sons. The younger son asks for his share of the father’s property, leaves home, wastes it in reckless living, and becomes needy during a famine. He returns intending to confess and ask to be treated as a hired servant, but his father welcomes him with compassion and celebration. The older son resents the celebration, and the father explains that rejoicing is right because his lost brother has returned.
Luke 12:13-21
The Parable of the Rich Fool
Jesus tells a parable about a wealthy man whose land produces an abundant harvest. The man plans to tear down his barns, build larger ones, store his grain and goods, and live at ease. God calls him a fool because his life will end that very night, leaving his stored possessions behind. Jesus concludes that this is what happens to one who stores up treasure for himself and is not rich toward God.
Luke 16:19-31
The Rich Man and Lazarus
Jesus tells a story about an unnamed rich man who lives in luxury while poor Lazarus lies at his gate, longing for food. After both men die, Lazarus is carried to Abraham’s side, while the rich man is in Hades. A great chasm separates them. The rich man asks Abraham to send Lazarus to warn his five brothers, but Abraham says they have Moses and the Prophets and should listen to them; those who do not listen will not be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.
John 4:1-42
Jesus and the Samaritan Woman
Jesus travels through Samaria and speaks with a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well near Sychar. He asks her for a drink, offers living water that leads to eternal life, and teaches about worshiping the Father in spirit and truth. He reveals that he is the Messiah. The woman leaves her water jar, tells people in her city about Jesus, and many Samaritans believe first because of her testimony and then because they hear Jesus themselves.
John 2:13-22
Jesus Cleanses the Temple
During Passover, Jesus goes up to Jerusalem and finds sellers of oxen, sheep, and doves, along with money changers, in the temple. He makes a whip of cords, drives the sheep and oxen out, pours out the money changers’ coins, overturns their tables, and tells the dove sellers to take these things away. He says, “Do not make my Father’s house a house of trade.” His disciples remember, “Zeal for your house will consume me.” Jewish leaders ask for a sign. Jesus says, “Destroy this temple, and in three days I will raise it up,” referring to the temple of his body. After he is raised from the dead, his disciples remember and believe the Scripture and Jesus’ word.
John 11:1-44
Jesus Raises Lazarus
Jesus receives news that Lazarus is ill, goes to Bethany after Lazarus has died, comforts Martha and Mary, weeps, and calls Lazarus out of the tomb alive.
John 3:1-21
Jesus Teaches Nicodemus
Nicodemus, a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews, visits Jesus at night. Jesus teaches about being born again, the Spirit, the Son of Man, God’s love for the world, belief, salvation, judgment, light, and darkness. The passage presents a quiet conversation followed by continuing teaching.
John 2:1-12
Jesus Turns Water into Wine
At a wedding in Cana of Galilee, Jesus performs his first sign by turning water into wine after the available wine runs out. The sign reveals his glory, and his disciples believe in him. Jesus then goes to Capernaum with his mother, brothers, and disciples and remains there a few days.
John 13:1-20
Jesus Washes the Disciples’ Feet
Before the Passover feast, Jesus knows that his hour has come, that he is returning to the Father, and that the Father has given all things into his hands. During supper, he rises, lays aside his outer garments, ties a towel around himself, pours water into a basin, and washes and dries the disciples’ feet. Peter questions and initially refuses, but Jesus tells him that without being washed he has no share with him; Peter then asks for his hands and head as well. Jesus says that the disciples are clean, but not all of them, because he knows who will betray him. After washing their feet, Jesus teaches that, although he is their Lord and Teacher, they should wash one another’s feet and follow his example of humble service. He says they are blessed if they know and do these things. He then speaks of Scripture being fulfilled, tells them beforehand so that they may believe when it happens, and teaches that receiving one whom he sends is receiving him and the One who sent him.
Acts 1:1-11
Jesus Ascends to Heaven
After his suffering, Jesus presents himself alive to the apostles over forty days, giving many convincing proofs and speaking about the kingdom of God. While eating with them, he tells them not to leave Jerusalem but to wait for the Father’s promised gift, the Holy Spirit. He says they will receive power and be his witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. After blessing them, Jesus is taken up while they watch, and a cloud hides him from their sight. Two men in white clothing tell them that Jesus will return in the same way they saw him go into heaven.
Acts 16:16-40
Paul and Silas Sing in Prison
In Philippi, Paul and Silas are beaten and imprisoned after Paul commands a spirit to leave a slave girl. At midnight they pray and sing hymns while the prisoners listen. An earthquake opens the prison doors and loosens the prisoners’ bonds. The jailer fears the prisoners have escaped, but Paul stops him. The jailer asks how to be saved, and he and his household believe and are baptized. He washes Paul and Silas’s wounds and shares a meal with them. The next day, the magistrates order their release; Paul identifies their Roman citizenship and points out that they were publicly beaten and imprisoned without a public trial. The magistrates come, apologize, and escort them out. After encouraging the believers at Lydia’s house, Paul and Silas leave the city.
Acts 27:1-44
Paul Survives a Shipwreck
Paul sails toward Rome under the guard of Julius the centurion. After difficult travel, a violent storm drives the ship off course, and everyone aboard loses hope. Paul says an angel of the God he worships told him that he must stand before Caesar and that God has granted the lives of everyone sailing with him, though the ship will be lost and cast upon an island. Paul encourages everyone to eat and gives thanks to God. The ship strikes a place with two seas and begins to break up, but Julius prevents the soldiers from killing the prisoners and orders everyone to reach land. All 276 people aboard survive, some by swimming and others on pieces of the ship.
Acts 3:1-26
Peter Heals a Man at the Temple
At the temple gate called Beautiful, Peter and John meet a man who has been unable to walk from birth and who asks them for money. Peter says he has no silver or gold, but commands him in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth to walk. Peter takes him by the right hand and raises him up; the man’s feet and ankles become strong. He enters the temple with Peter and John, walking, leaping, and praising God. The people recognize him and are filled with wonder. Peter explains that the man was healed through faith in Jesus’ name, not by Peter’s own power or godliness, and calls the people to repent and turn to God.
Acts 10:1-48
Peter Visits Cornelius
In Acts 10:1–48, God directs the Roman centurion Cornelius in Caesarea to send for Simon Peter. God prepares Peter through a vision. Peter visits Cornelius, explains that God shows no partiality and welcomes people from every nation, and announces the good news about Jesus Christ. While Peter is speaking, the Holy Spirit comes upon the Gentile hearers. Peter then orders them to be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ.
Acts 9:1-19
Saul Meets Jesus on the Road
Saul, threatening and seeking to kill the Lord’s disciples, obtained authority from the high priest to go to Damascus, find followers of the Way in its synagogues, and bring them bound to Jerusalem. On the road, a heavenly light flashed around him, and Jesus confronted him. Saul entered Damascus blind, where Jesus sent Ananias to him. Ananias laid hands on Saul; Saul regained his sight, was filled with the Holy Spirit, was baptized, ate, regained strength, and spent several days with the disciples. He then began proclaiming in the synagogues that Jesus is the Son of God.
Acts 6:1–7:60
Stephen’s Faithful Witness
Stephen serves the growing church, speaks with wisdom and power, gives a defense before the council recounting God’s dealings with Israel and Israel’s resistance to God’s messengers, sees Jesus standing at God’s right hand, and is killed by stoning while praying for forgiveness. Saul approves of his death.
Acts 2:1-41
The Holy Spirit Comes at Pentecost
At Pentecost, the apostles and other believers are together in Jerusalem. The Holy Spirit comes upon them with the sound of a rushing wind and divided tongues resembling fire. They speak in other languages, and devout Jews and proselytes from many nations hear them declaring God’s mighty works. Peter explains that this fulfills Joel’s prophecy and declares that Jesus, whom they crucified, has been raised and made Lord and Messiah by God. Many are cut to the heart, repent, are baptized in Jesus’ name for the forgiveness of sins, receive the promised Holy Spirit, and about three thousand are added that day.
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