Jesus and Nicodemus
Reflection- Has religion got you bogged down trying to be the best you can be? It's hard to keep appearances when we know deep down we can't keep it up. What can you do this week to change this mindset?
Further Reading - D.A. Carson, Bruce Milne, or FF Bruce's commentaries on John.
John Fischer, "12 Steps For the Recovering Pharisee (like me)"
Tim Keller, "The Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith"
Further up, further in - Jesus makes it clear - you have been born again from above without your effort so rest in Him. Take time this week to contemplate John 1:12-13 and in this season of advent, re-read John 3:14-17 each day. Ask God to open your heart to these things, enjoy them for yourself, and share what you see and hear with your family, roommates, friends, Going Deeper Group, or at a Family Gathering.