Experiencing the Heart of Jesus for 52 Weeks

by Max Lucado

Encounter a Deeper Experience of the Person and Character of Jesus—All Year Long

Although the details of Jesus's life may be familiar to you from the gospel accounts, can you consider him a companion? A dear friend? A brother? Do his habits rub off on you because of how much time you spend with him? Experiencing the Heart of Jesus for 52 Weeks is about walking with Jesus so closely that we become like him, that we begin to imitate him day in, day out. This is, after all, the core of what it really means to be a Christian—an imitator of Christ.

Based on Experiencing the Heart of Jesus and Experiencing the Words of Jesus, two bestselling books by Max Lucado, this unique Bible study helps you build a bond and a deep relationship with our Savior. You will step into Jesus's presence over the course of a year and experience the grace, forgiveness, power, love, and prayer of Jesus.

Genres: Christian, Devotional, Christian Living

239 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 28, 2024

About the author

With more than 150 million products in print and several NYT bestsellers, Max Lucado is America's bestselling inspirational author. He serves the Oak Hills Church in San Antonio, Texas, where he lives with his wife, Denalyn, and their mischievous mutt, Andy. His most recent book published in August 2024 and is titled What Happens Next.

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Reviews

[Suzette Valentine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful and enlightening

This was an excellent study of getting to truly see Jesus in a new way. Guidance to look deeper into the Word. Beautifully written.

[Margie B’s Reads · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent year long Bible study. Engaging and interactive. Highly recommend.

[Rae Bradshaw · Rating 5 out of 5]

Experiencing the Heart of Jesus for 52 Weeks is a gentle, steady companion for anyone looking to deepen their spiritual life through reflection rather than rush. Max Lucado structures the book as a yearlong journey, but its real strength lies in how each week feels like a personal conversation—warm, encouraging, and grounded in Scripture without ever becoming heavy‑handed. The prompts invite honest self‑examination while still offering comfort, and Lucado’s signature clarity makes even familiar themes feel newly approachable. It’s the kind of devotional that doesn’t demand perfection; instead, it nudges you toward a more open, attentive relationship with faith, one small, meaningful step at a time.

[Carla Gardner · Rating 2 out of 5]

I couldn't finish this. It's more kike experiencing the Life of Max. The author talks about himself A LOT!! I can appreciate relatable life stories but his stories are written more like he idolizes himself and way of life. It just took away from experiencing the heart of Jesus. I was looking for depth that challenged me to grow deeper in my walk and experience Jesus deeply. This wasnt that. This was pretty simple, maybe knee deep, waste deep....but I want to be fully submerged and challenged beyond basic Christianity 101.

[Mary Fisher · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good daily devotion

This Bible study has weekly lessions, starting with a message from Mr. Lucado, and including Bible passages to read, and questions to answer. Each week you are asked to record what you learned from that lesson. There is also a memory verse to learn each month.

[Victoria Contrucci · Rating 5 out of 5]

GOOD SMALL GROUP STUDY

I spent a year with three precious friends exploring and experiencing the heart of Jesus. Max Lucado takes us through many interesting experiences, all bringing us closer to the One who loves us, and gave His life for us.

[Sherry Attard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very goog

I completed this study by myself throughout the year and it was an enriching part of my morning devotional time. I even shared several passages of it in a study group that I participate in. I would definitely recommend it to others.

[Nicole Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Max Lucado's way of seeing the bible and bringing Jesus to us in such a fresh and new way. This is a wonderful study. I want to start it over again.

[Kelly Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an amazing study!! Highly, Highly recommend it for everyone!!!

[Myra Naglich · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful in connecting with Jesus and the need to call on God to help, support and guide my life. Learned to be more dependent on God.

[Bekki Flesner · Rating 5 out of 5]

easy
approachable.
relatable stories and the right amount of homework.

[Tammy Christenberry · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great year-long Bible Study. It was very manageable with only a few pages each week. And no one writes like Max Lucado.

[Wanda Rawlings · Rating 5 out of 5]

The way Max Lucado told the stories to correlate with the stories in the Bible was brilliant. It helped me to understand what was happening in the Bible stories in a more profound way.

[Lori Wood · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good book

Good book, though there are places where you need to look items up in the Bible, which is hard to do on Kindle and I wish the verses were just added into the book.

[Jana]

I won this book from a Goodreads Giveaway.