Lenten Bible Study: The Identity and Mission of Christ
Lent is a season of reflection, repentance, and spiritual growth. As we journey through this season, we will explore the identity of Christ and His mission, as revealed in both the Old and New Testaments. Through daily readings and reflection questions, may this study deepen your faith and understanding of who Jesus is and what He accomplished on the cross.
Week 1: The Promised Messiah
March 10: Genesis 3:1-15
- How does this passage point to Jesus?
- What does it reveal about God’s plan from the beginning?
March 11: Isaiah 7:10-17
- Why is it significant that Jesus would be born of a virgin?
- How does “God with us” shape your understanding of Jesus?
March 12: Micah 5:1-9
- What does this passage teach about God’s sovereignty?
- Why is Bethlehem significant in Jesus’ identity?
March 13: Isaiah 9:1-7
- What do these titles (Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, etc.) reveal about Jesus?
- Which of these names speaks to you most today?
March 14: Zechariah 9:9-17
- How does Jesus fulfill this prophecy in the New Testament?
- What does this teach us about humility?
March 15: Psalm 22:1-31
- How does this Psalm foreshadow the crucifixion?
- How does knowing Jesus suffered impact your faith?
March 16: Reflection & Prayer
- What have you learned about Jesus’ identity so far?
- Spend time in prayer, thanking God for His plan of redemption.
Week 2: Jesus, the Son of God
March 17: John 1:1-18
- What does this passage teach about Jesus’ divinity?
- How does this impact your understanding of salvation?
March 18: Colossians 1:9-23
- What do these verses reveal about Jesus’ authority?
- How does this change the way you relate to Him?
March 19: Matthew 3:1-17
- Why is it significant that God calls Jesus His beloved Son?
- How does this moment affirm Jesus’ mission?
March 20: Matthew 17:1-13
- What does this event reveal about Jesus?
- Why do you think Peter, James, and John needed to witness this?
March 21: John 10:22-42 – Jesus claims to be one with the Father.
- Why was this claim controversial?
- How does Jesus being one with God affect your faith?
March 22: Hebrews 1:1-14 – The radiance of God’s glory.
- How does Jesus perfectly represent God?
- What does this mean for us today?
March 23: Reflection & Prayer
- How has your understanding of Jesus’ divinity deepened?
- Spend time in prayer, asking God to help you trust in Christ’s authority.
Week 3: Jesus’ Teachings and Miracles
March 24: Matthew 5:1-16 – The Beatitudes and being salt and light.
- How does Jesus define true blessing?
- What does it mean to be salt and light in the world?
March 25: Luke 10:25-37 – The parable of the Good Samaritan.
- How does this parable challenge our understanding of love?
- Who is your “neighbor” in your daily life?
March 26: John 6:1-15 – The feeding of the five thousand.
- How does Jesus provide for physical and spiritual needs?
- What does this teach us about trusting God?
March 27: Mark 4:35-41 – Jesus calms the storm.
- How does this miracle reveal Jesus’ authority?
- How do you respond to life’s storms with faith?
March 28: John 9:1-41 – Healing the man born blind.
- What does this miracle teach about spiritual blindness?
- How does Jesus bring light into our lives?
March 29: Luke 15:1-32 – Parables of the lost sheep, coin, and son.
- What do these parables reveal about God’s heart for the lost?
- How does this change your understanding of grace?
March 30: Reflection & Prayer
- How have Jesus’ teachings and miracles deepened your faith?
- Spend time in prayer, asking for a heart that reflects Christ.