Read. Read the passage slowly and thoughtfully, paying attention to words or phrases that stand out to you.

Imagine. Close the text and imagine the scene vividly using all your senses. Visualize the sights, sounds, and smells. Imagine the people involved.

Observe. Become an observer and place yourself in the scene. Imagine you are in the crowd or one of the people in the story. Notice what is happening, the little details. Reflect on any questions or new perspectives that arise.

Interact. Choose anyone in the scene, Jesus or another character. You can ask questions, talk to them or simply be present with them.

Converse. Imagine you’re able to pull Jesus aside and have a conversation with him (or another person from the scene). Ask questions, share your thoughts and feelings from your experience.

Reflect. Consider what God might be saying to you in this passage and what it is asking of you.