Lesson 1 — Introduction to Our Need for Jesus

Discovery Questions for Personal Reflection & Written Response

1. Read Genesis 1:26–31.
   ➤ What do you notice about how God created humanity?
   ✎ Write down what stands out about our original purpose and value.

2. Read Genesis 3:1–13.
   ➤ What changed between Adam, Eve, and God after they sinned?
   ✎ Describe the consequences of their actions.

3. Read Romans 3:10–12, 23.
   ➤ According to these verses, what is true about every person, including you?
   ✎ Be honest — how do you see this truth in your own life?

4. Read Isaiah 59:2.
   ➤ What is the effect of sin on our relationship with God?
   ✎ How do you feel knowing this separation exists?

5. Read Romans 6:23.
   ➤ What does sin earn? What does God offer instead?
   ✎ Write both truths in your own words.

6. Read John 3:16–18.
   ➤ What is the difference between those who believe in Jesus and those who don’t?
   ✎ How does this affect your view of salvation?

7. Read Ephesians 2:1–5.
   ➤ What does Paul say we were like before Christ?
   ✎ How does God respond to us even in that condition?

8. Read John 10:10.
   ➤ What does Jesus say He came to give us?
   ✎ What might “life to the full” mean for you?

9. Think about your own life.
   ➤ In what ways have you tried to fix or cover brokenness without Jesus?
   ✎ List examples — be specific and personal.

10. Read Revelation 3:20.
    ➤ What invitation is Jesus offering in this verse?
    ✎ How might you respond today to His knock on the door of your heart?