Read 1 Timothy 3 Today’s reading is a short chapter that is jam-packed with guidance for church leaders. Remember Paul is writing to Timothy, and these are not only commands for leaders, but also the desired behavior for all believers. vv1-6 are considered the requirements for elders (church leaders). Think about these requirements. Why do […]
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June 29, 2016 – Genesis 3
Read Genesis 3 Because Genesis is a book of beginnings, many “firsts” are presented. This chapter provides the account of the first sin by mankind. Look at vv 1-7. Notice the conversation between Eve and the serpent. See how the serpent disagreed with what God had said? How did Eve respond in v6? Their eyes […]
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Read Proverbs 3 Proverbs is loaded with common sense. This chapter is no different. Using the picture of a father teaching his son, we see the phrase “My child” several times. Each of the three sections in this chapter begins with “My child”. Look at vv 1-10. Think about these questions… What is the very […]
Continue readingJune 27, 2016 – Psalm 8
Read Psalm 8 I love the stars. I hope you do, too. Have you looked up at the stars lately? You should! This psalm talks about the majesty of God and his creation. But not only that, but the insignificance of man. Well, actually, David (the author of this psalm) is amazed that God made […]
Continue readingJune 24, 2016 – Daniel 2
Read Daniel 2 Dreams. We all have them, and some are bothersome. In today’s passage Nebuchadnezzar had a dream that bothered him. After you read this chapter, consider these things. Tell someone you know about the passage you read today. Re-tell the account in this chapter to them. Try not to leave anything out. Why […]
Continue readingJune 23, 2016 – 1 Timothy 2
Read 1 Timothy 2 Pray. Worship. These are the themes in this chapter. Oh, and this chapter also has some of the most difficult verses in the entire Bible! Let’s look at the theme of Prayer in vv 1-4. Who are we to pray for? Why are we to pray for them? Why are we […]
Continue readingJune 22, 2016 – Genesis 2
Read Genesis 2 Where did we come from, and why are we here? Those questions are at the root of much of the exploration done in science and religion. Although some feel there is a conflict, let’s simply focus on what is said in Genesis 2. The first 4 verses in this chapter tell us […]
Continue readingJune 21, 2016 – Proverbs 2
Read Proverbs 2 Wisdom. Seems like very few people are wise. I know there are several people who like to say they have wisdom, but does that show in their lives? This chapter forces a person to think about 3 things – How do you get wisdom? What are the results of wisdom? and What […]
Continue readingJune 20, 2016 – Psalm 103
Read Psalm 103 Do you ever feel like life is hard? Like there is nothing good? Like you’ve been abandoned? David felt that way many times in his life. He shows us his struggles in many of the Psalms. But, in Psalm 103 we get a glimpse of how David views God. Look back at […]
Continue readingJune 17, 2016 – Daniel 1
Read Daniel 1 Let’s set the stage here. The nation of Judah had turned away from God and God’s patience had come to an end. Prophets had warned them of impending judgement if they continued turning away from God. On two separate occasions the Babylonians invaded and took a number of Jews captive. Daniel was […]
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