<p>Scripture (Reading), Observation (Reflection), Application (Discussion), Prayer Theme: ATLAS Core Principle, ATLAS is Christ Centered</p><p>Introduction to John John the son of Zebedee wrote this Gospel. He was a Palestinian Jew, one of the 12 disciples, and a member of Jesus’ inner apostolic circle. He was referred to as the disciple “whom Jesus loved” in John 13:23. John also wrote 1-3 John and Revelation. He likely wrote his Gospel account between A.D. 70 (the date of the destruction of the temple) and A.D. 100 (the reputed end of John’s life) from Ephesus in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire at the time. His original audience consisted of Jews and Gentiles living in the larger Greco- Roman world in Ephesus and beyond, toward the close of the first century A.D. The theme of John’s Gospel is that Jesus is the long-awaited, promised Messiah and Son of God and that by believing in Jesus, people have eternal life... for more information, go to http://www.esvbible.org/resources/esv-global-study-bible/introduction-to-john/.</p><p>Scripture: John 14:6 (Optional: read all of John chapter 14) English Standard Version (ESV) Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.</p><p>New American Standard Bible (NASB) Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father but through Me.</p><p>Lord, Fill Our Cup: January 2017 Scripture (Reading), Observation (Reflection), Application (Discussion), Prayer The Message (MSG) Jesus said, “I am the Road, also the Truth, also the Life. No one gets to the Father apart from me.”</p><p>New International Version (NIV) Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.</p><p>Observation: </p><p>Application: </p><p>Prayer: </p><p>Lord, Fill Our Cup: January 2017 Scripture (Reading), Observation (Reflection), Application (Discussion), Prayer Theme: ATLAS Core Principle, ATLAS is prayer-based ministry.</p><p>Introduction to Philippians – The apostle Paul wrote this letter to the Christians in Philippi, probably from Rome. Paul encourages the Philippians to live as citizens of a heavenly city, growing in their commitment to serve God and one another. Jesus is the supreme example of this way of life. Paul wrote to the Philippians from prison with several purposes in mind including to encourage them in their faith, to assure them that he was still in good spirits and to thank them for their continued support...for more information, go to http://www.esvbible.org/resources/esv-global-study-bible/introduction-to-philippians/.</p><p>Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7 (Optional: read all of Philippians chapter 4) New International Version (NIV) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.</p><p>The Message (MSG) Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know your concerns. Before you know it, a sense of God’s wholeness, everything coming together for good, will come and settle you down. It’s wonderful what happens when Christ displaces worry at the center of your life.</p><p>English Standard Version (ESV) Lord, Fill Our Cup: January 2017 Scripture (Reading), Observation (Reflection), Application (Discussion), Prayer Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.</p><p>New American Standard Bible (NASB) Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.</p><p>Observation:</p><p>Application:</p><p>Prayer:</p><p>Lord, Fill Our Cup: January 2017</p>