Eat
Read the passage slowly, read it again, then retell it in your own words. If you can't retell it, read it once more.
- Read
- Reread
- Retell
Digest
Answer from what the passage actually says — stay in the text.
What does this passage show me about God?
- How does the woman treat Jesus, and what does he say about her love and forgiveness?
What does it show me about people — and about myself?
- Do you love Jesus like someone forgiven much, or keep your distance like Simon?
What will I obey this week? (a concrete step, with a day)
- How will you show extravagant love to Jesus this week?
Who will I tell?
- Who feels too sinful to come to Jesus that you could welcome?
Grow
Growth is God's part, not yours. Do the cycle faithfully and trust Him to give the growth (1 Corinthians 3:6–7).
Pray
Jesus, thank you that those forgiven much love much. Show me how much you have forgiven me, and let my love for you grow.