Week 1 · December 28–January 3
Zacharias and Mary
Luke 1:5–38
One messenger, two impossible promises. Walk from the temple to Nazareth and sort out who said what.
Scripture Story Sketch Notes · New Testament
New Testament Sketch Notes
Hand-drawn story lessons centered on the Savior and His teachings. Walk the story on a map, see it in the scripture’s own words, find yourself in it, and try one small thing this week. Read every story free online. Printable sketch notes are $3.99 each.
- Come, Follow Me 2027 · New Testament
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How each story works
Seven parts, one focus
Context and culture help the story land. The focus stays on Jesus Christ, so the Spirit can be the teacher. Scripture first, then prophets, then outside sources, always labeled and cited.
- 1 · The mapNumbered stops through the story, each with its verse.
- 2 · The story, plainlyThe scenes in the scripture’s words, with hard words explained.
- 3 · CardsGuess first, then uncover what the text says.
- 4 · Where are you?Find yourself among the people in the story.
- 5 · Their worldSetting, culture and Greek word studies.
- 6 · Look to HimWhat prophets have taught about the Savior here.
- 7 · TodayA seven-day tracker, questions and verses to hold.
- + Go deeperSummaries and links for adults and deeper study.
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The stories
Each one sits in its Come, Follow Me 2027 week. New stories are added here as they are finished.
January
Week 1 · December 28–January 3
Joseph’s Dream
Matthew 1:18–25
A just and gentle man, a dream, and a name that tells who the child would be. Put Joseph’s steps in order.
Week 2 · January 4–10
The Nativity
Luke 2:1–20
One decree, one manger, one sky full of light. Walk the road to Bethlehem, look closer at what Luke noticed, and light the night sky with the angel’s words.
Week 2 · January 4–10
Simeon and Anna
Luke 2:21–40
A poor family’s offering, a man led by the Spirit and a prophetess who never left the temple. Hold the promise as Simeon’s words appear.
Week 2 · January 4–10
The Wise Men
Matthew 2:1–12
A star, a troubled king, a house in Bethlehem and another way home. Follow the star on the map and choose the way home.
Week 2 · January 4–10
The Boy Jesus in the Temple
Luke 2:41–52
A boy in His Father’s house, and eighteen quiet years of growing. Grow in wisdom, stature and favour with God and man.
Week 3 · January 11–17
“Come and See”: The First Disciples
John 1:35–51
A question on the path, an evening with Jesus, and friends who bring friends. Build the who-brought-whom chain.
Week 4 · January 18–24
The Baptism of Jesus
Matthew 3; Luke 3
A voice in the wilderness, the Son in the Jordan, and the heavens opened. Ask John’s question for yourself.
Week 5 · January 25–31
The Temptations of Jesus
Matthew 4; Luke 4–5
Three temptations, three answers from scripture, and angels after. Learn the verse you’ll carry.
February
Week 6 · February 1–7
The Woman at the Well
John 2–4
A woman alone at noon, and an offer of living water. She left her waterpot and ran to tell others.
Week 7 · February 8–14
The Beatitudes
Matthew 5:1–16
Eight blessings on a hillside above Galilee. Find the promise meant for you.
Week 8 · February 15–21
The Strait Gate and the Narrow Way
Matthew 7:7–23
Ask, seek and knock, then choose the gate the Savior keeps Himself.
Week 8 · February 15–21
The Wise and Foolish Builders
Matthew 7:24–29
Two builders, one storm. Build on the Rock of our Redeemer.
Week 9 · February 22–28
Through the Roof
Mark 2:1–12
Four friends, one roof, and a Savior with power to forgive.
Week 9 · February 22–28
Jesus Stills the Storm
Mark 4:35–41
A sudden storm, a sleeping Savior, and three words that calmed the sea.
March
Week 10 · March 1–7
Jairus’s Daughter and the Woman Who Touched His Hem
Mark 5:21–43
A father’s plea, a touch in the crowd, and “Be not afraid, only believe.”
Week 11 · March 8–14
Take My Yoke upon You
Matthew 11:28–30
A yoke made for two, and rest for everyone who is tired.
Week 12 · March 15–21
The Sower and the Four Soils
Matthew 13:1–23
One seed, four kinds of ground. Walk the field, hear what Jesus said each part means, and prepare your own ground.
Week 12 · March 15–21
The Wheat and the Tares
Matthew 13:24–43
Good seed, look-alike weeds, and a patient Sower who gathers His wheat home.
Week 14 · March 29–April 4
Peter Walks on the Water
Matthew 14:22–33
One night, one storm, one invitation: “Come.” Cross the sea through the fourth watch and keep your eyes on the Light.
Week 14 · March 29–April 4
Feeding the Five Thousand
John 6:1–69
A boy’s five loaves, twelve baskets left over, and the Bread of Life.
April
Week 15 · April 5–11
The Mount of Transfiguration
Matthew 17:1–9
A face that shone as the sun, and the Father’s words: hear Him.
Week 16 · April 12–18
The Good Samaritan
Luke 10:25–37
Two passed by. One stopped. Go, and do thou likewise.
Week 16 · April 12–18
The Unmerciful Servant
Matthew 18:21–35
A debt no one could pay, forgiven. Until seventy times seven.
Week 17 · April 19–25
The Good Shepherd
John 10:1–18
He calls each sheep by name, and He gave His life for them.
Week 17 · April 19–25
The Man Born Blind
John 9:1–41
Jesus saw him, healed him, and found him again.
Week 18 · April 26–May 2
The Prodigal Son
Luke 15:11–32
However far the road, the Father runs to meet His child.
Week 18 · April 26–May 2
Raising Lazarus
John 11:1–46
Four days was not too late. He wept, and He called His friend by name.
May
Week 19 · May 3–9
The Rich Young Ruler
Mark 10:17–31
He looked at the young man, loved him, and invited him.
Week 19 · May 3–9
The Laborers in the Vineyard
Matthew 20:1–16
Whatever hour you came, He is good, and He is still looking for workers.
Week 20 · May 10–16
The Triumphal Entry
Matthew 21:1–11
He came as King, meek and lowly, and the people cried Hosanna.
Week 21 · May 17–23
The Ten Virgins
Matthew 25:1–13
Five took oil, five did not, and the bridegroom came at midnight.
Week 21 · May 17–23
The Talents
Matthew 25:14–30
A master entrusts his servants, and comes back to say, “Well done.”
Week 21 · May 17–23
The Sheep and the Goats
Matthew 25:31–46
The King on His throne, and the least of these who were Him all along.
Week 22 · May 24–30
The Last Supper
Matthew 26; John 13
A basin, a towel, bread and a cup: the night He asked us to remember.
Week 23 · May 31–June 6
The Vine and the Branches
John 15:1–11
On the walk to the garden, He tells them how to stay connected to Him.
June
Week 24 · June 7–13
Gethsemane
Luke 22:39–46
A garden, a stone’s cast, and a prayer: “Not my will, but thine, be done.”
Week 25 · June 14–20
The Crucifixion
Luke 23; John 19
The road to Golgotha and His seven sayings from the cross, read slowly.
Week 26 · June 21–27
The Empty Tomb
Matthew 28; John 20
A stone rolled away, a garden at sunrise, and a Voice that says, “Mary.”
Week 26 · June 21–27
The Road to Emmaus
Luke 24:13–35
Two sad disciples, a Stranger on the road, and hearts that burned.
Week 26 · June 21–27
Lovest Thou Me?
John 21
A fire of coals on the shore, three questions, and one call to follow.
Week 27 · June 28–July 4
The Day of Pentecost
Acts 1–2
A rushing mighty wind, tongues like as of fire, and “What shall we do?”
On the list
- Saul on the Road to DamascusWeek 28
- Philip and the EthiopianWeek 28
- Peter’s Vision and CorneliusWeek 29
- Paul and Silas in the Philippian JailWeek 30
- Paul on Mars HillWeek 30
- The ShipwreckWeek 31
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Where this started
Lehi’s Dream
The first sketch-notes story, from the Book of Mormon: hold to the rod and walk to the tree. 1 Nephi 8
Read Lehi’s Dream freeIndependent study notes from Weak Things, not an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Scripture quotations are from the King James Version. Outside sources are labeled on every page.
