Gospel Reading Plan · Year One
Read John’s account of Jesus, the Word made flesh, and discover why he wrote: that you may believe and have life in His name.
Read the assigned passage each weekday. Take time to notice what the text reveals about Jesus, how people respond to Him, and what faithful discipleship requires.
John 1–4
Old Testament Connections: Genesis 1 · Isaiah 40 · Numbers 21
John introduces Jesus as the eternal Word made flesh. The first signs and conversations with Nicodemus and the Samaritan woman reveal the new life He offers.
John 5–8
Old Testament Connections: Exodus 3 · Psalm 82
Jesus heals, feeds the crowd, and calls people to believe in Him. His teaching about bread, light, truth, and freedom presses the question of who He is.
John 9–12
Old Testament Connections: Isaiah 6 · Psalm 118 · Zechariah 9
A blind man sees, the Good Shepherd calls His sheep, and Lazarus rises. As Jesus enters Jerusalem, He speaks openly about the hour of His death.
John 13–17
Old Testament Connections: Jeremiah 31 · Ezekiel 36
On the night before the cross, Jesus serves His disciples, commands them to love one another, promises the Spirit, and prays for those who believe in Him.
John 18–21
Old Testament Connections: Psalm 22 · Isaiah 53 · Daniel 7
John records Jesus’ arrest, crucifixion, empty tomb, and appearances to His disciples. The year closes with John’s purpose: that readers may believe and have life in His name.
As you read each day, consider whether the passage leaves you convicted, confused, or confirmed.