Read Genesis 14 There are a couple of significant events in the chapter you just read. The first is that there is a battle of four kings against five kings, and the resulting rescue of Lot by his uncle Abram. The second event is the blessing of Abram by Melchizedek, king of Salem. As you […]
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Sep 27, 2016 – Proverbs 14
Read Proverbs 14 This is another chapter where righteous living and wicked living are compared and contrasted. As you think about this chapter, I’d like you to think about the following. Identify 5 actions of the wicked or foolish that you have fallen prey to. Identify 5 actions of the righteous that you would like […]
Continue readingSep 26, 2016 – Psalm 8
Read Psalm 8 This Psalm begins and ends with praises to our God. In between, is a section about man. Let’s look a little closer… Verses 1, 2 and 8 are the bookends of this chapter. What does the author (David) have to say about the Lord? Why is He said to be “majestic”? How […]
Continue readingSep 23, 2016 – Daniel 11
Read Daniel 11 Daniel 11 is the explanation of the vision that was given to Daniel in chapter 10. There’s lots of information here and requires a careful reading to follow what’s happening. Take a piece of paper and create a timeline reflecting the activities of the kings in this chapter. Now, find a good […]
Continue readingSep 22, 2016 – Mark 5
Read Mark 5 There are two main sections in this chapter, and in each of them we see more about Jesus. Look at vv 1-20. Think about these things… What do we see happening? Who approached whom? Is this significant? What did Jesus do? What did the demon-possessed man do? How did the crowd around […]
Continue readingSep 21, 2016 – Genesis 13
Read Genesis 13 Continuing the story from last time, we now see Abram and his family (including nephew Lot) leave Egypt and head back to Bethel. There are a couple of interesting things happen in this chapter. There is a family problem, and God again makes a promise to Abram. What was the root cause […]
Continue readingSep 20, 2016 – Prov 13
Read Proverbs 13 Chapter 13 continues the thoughts contrasting righteousness and wickedness. As you read through this chapter, think about these questions… Do any of the topics bother you? Do you agree with any of the proverbs? Do you disagree or struggle with any of these proverbs? Which of the topics do you need to […]
Continue readingSep 19, 2016 – Psalm 147
Read Psalm 147 We really don’t know who wrote this psalm, but there are some clues as to when it might have been written. Look at verse 2 and consider when there might be talk about rebuilding Jerusalem and bringing exiles back. About when in the timeline of Israel’s history might this be? Now, the […]
Continue readingSep 14, 2016 – Genesis 12
Read Genesis 12 The last time we read about the introduction of different languages, and the history of Abram’s family. Today’s chapter is a high-point in the unfolding of God’s program. God makes a significant promise to Abram. The promise is given in vv 1-9. What did God tell Abram to do? What did God […]
Continue readingSep 13, 2016 – Proverbs 12
Read Proverbs 12 This chapter is similar to the last few. It is a collection of wise sayings and principles from Solomon. He expects the reader to learn from them. With that in mind, then… What do you learn about wickedness and righteousness? What do you learn about relationships? What do you learn about marriage? […]
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