WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Summer Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 26 30 June 2026 Acts 6:1-15, NLT: When we are obedient and focused in following the teachings of our Savior Jesus Christ, the growth of the Church is certain. Jesus commanded us to go in all the world and make disciples. We note dis

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Summer Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 25 23 June 2026 Acts 5:26-34; 38-42 NLT: Living a life of faithfulness to Jesus Christ and His teachings is not without some challenges. Jesus warned His disciples, “…In this world you will have trouble. But take heart, I have overcome t

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 24 16 June 2026 Acts 5:12-25 NLT: The power of the early Christian Church was in the perseverance of its leaders and believers. Despite adversity bd persecution, the people remained faithful to worship, fellowship, honoring Christ of

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 23 9 June 2026 Acts 2:41-47 NLT: The presence of the Holy Spirit and the spirit of Jesus Christ in the early believers was manifested in the results of obedience to Christ to, “Be witnesses of His teachings and Kingdom.” We see the

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 22 2 June 2026 Acts 3:1-16, NLT: The visible sign of our witness as followers of Jesus Christ is realized in the faith we exemplify in reaching out to others We meet others where they are so they can become convinced of the message,

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 21 26 May 2026 Acts 2:31-41, NLT: The enduring proof of the Holy Spirit is realized in the work He does in transforming the lives of people. The coming of the Holy Spirit to the faithful disciples and followers of Jesus Christ at Pentec

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 20 19 May 2026 Acts 1:6-15, NLT: The earthly departure of Jesus brought initial wonder and even anxiety to His disciples. During the three years Jesus was with the disciples, He gave them many references to His ascension. Jesus tol

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 19 12 May 2026 John 14:15-21; 25-26, NLT: As the disciples waited for the impartation of the Holy Spirit, they likely reflected on the promise of Jesus that the Holy Spirit would come and remain in them. Jesus told the disciples the H

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 18 5 May 2026 Matthew 28:16-20 NLT: The earthly ministry of Jesus would continue after His mission on earth. In preparation for our Lord’s continuing ministry, He met with the eleven remaining disciples to prepare them f

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 17 14 April 2026 John 21:1-19, NLT: This Scripture Passage is the third incident in which Jesus appears to His disciples. The Gospel of John provides us with a detailed and intimate look at the relationship of Jesus and

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 16 7 April 2026 John 20:19-29, NLT: As humans it is easy for us to doubt what we fail to readily see or perceive. Our doubts are more profound the farther we distance ourselves from the source of truth or a given rea

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 14 24 March 2026 John 12:12-26, NLT: The final days of Jesus unfolded the mystery for some of His mission on earth. Regardless of the time, teaching and attention Jesus gave His disciples, they were unsure about His

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Spring Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 15 31 March 2026 John 13:21-38; NLT: The final Passover meal Jesus shared with His disciples was different than any He had shared before. It was at the end of the Passover that Jesus introduced several acts, which beca

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 13 17 March 2026 Mark 9:1-13, NLT: In this study we turn to the Gospel of Mark where Jesus is revealed in His divine office as Messiah and Son of Man. Regardless of His deity, the disciples often looked at Jesus only in

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 12 10 March 2026 Matthew 5:38-48, NLT: This lesson highlights some of the most radical teachings of Jesus. As His followers, we are called to act “counter-cultural,” the opposite of what the world sets as standards to l

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 11 3 March 2026 Matthew 5:13-26, NLT: In Lesson 10, we began looking at the Beatitudes of Jesus. These are a group of ethical teachings for which blessings are the consequence of living by their precepts. We continue in

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 10 24 Feb. 2026 Matthew 5:1-12, NLT: The teaching ministry of Jesus provides us with the core principles of His ethical principles, Jesus presents these teachings as what a person is obligated to do, followed by some b

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 9 17 Feb. 2026 Matthew 4:18-24, NLT: As we read how the ministry of Jesus impacted people, we must look at His beginning. The Ministry of Jesus began with a group of men who, outside of their communities, were unknown. J

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 8 10 Feb. 2026 Lesson 8 — Matthew 4:1-17, NLT: Jesus began His public ministry where most of God’s true servants do: A period of testing! Regardless of a person’s enthusiasm for what they are about to embark on in minist

WORD ALIVE! BIBLE STUDY ©2026 Journey To Bethlehem and Beyond – Post Advent / Winter Series Concord Baptist Church of Boston in Milton – Conley Hughes, Jr., Senior Pastor Quiet Time: Max Lucado, Because of Bethlehem: Love Is Born, Hope Is Here, 2020 Lesson 8 10 Feb. 2026 Matthew 4:1-17, NLT: Jesus began His public ministry where most of God’s true servants do: A period of testing! Regardless of a person’s enthusiasm for what they are about to embark on in ministry, there’