Prepare for Sunday

Fifth Sunday in Lent

March 22, 2026

Reading Links

• Old Testament: Genesis 22:1–14
• Epistle: Hebrews 9:11–15
• Gospel: John 8:42–59

Reflection Questions

Old Testament — Genesis 22:1–14

1. What did God command Abraham to do?
2. What details in Abraham’s words show trust in God’s promise?
3. In what ways is Isaac like Jesus?
4. What is substituted for Isaac?
5. What did Abraham name the place?

Epistle — Hebrews 9:11–15

1. How is Christ’s blood different from the sacrifices of the old covenant?
2. The text talks about Jesus entering the Most Holy Place. When did he do that?

Gospel — John 8:42–59

1. Where does Jesus say he came from?
2. Who does Jesus say is the father of his enemies?
3. Jesus says that the devil is two evil things -- what are they?
4. Jesus says that they don't believe him for what reason?
5. Why do the people pick up stones when Jesus says, “Before Abraham was, I am”?