November 23, 2016 – Genesis 18
Read Genesis 18 Genesis is full of mysterious appearances of God and His work. This chapter includes some new things. Just to help jump-start our understanding, the three men are often considered to be the Lord and two angels. There are two major sections – vv 1-15, and vv 16-33. While looking like distinct sections, […]
Continue reading→Nov 22, 2016 – Proverbs 18
Read Proverbs 18 This chapter is packed full of thoughts about relationships and things that affect relationships – friends, wife, effect of speech, pride. As you read, think about these questions… What relationships do you see mentioned? How can types of speech affect these relationships? Why is wisdom important in relationships? Friends are mentioned several […]
Continue reading→Nov 21, 2016 – Psalm 9
Read Psalm 9 Thanksgiving (in the U.S.) is being celebrated this week. This Psalm is very appropriate. Note that in the first verse, the writer says, “I will tell of all the marvelous things you have done.” He is remembering the goodness of the Lord, and then lists several of these things. Consider what you […]
Continue reading→Oct 21, 2016 – 2 Timothy 2
Read 2 Timothy 2 Today’s reading is a continuation of Paul’s second letter to Timothy. Remember that Timothy was a young pastor who obviously had a close relationship with his mentor, Paul. As you read this chapter, think about these things… How would you describe the closeness between Paul and Timothy? What illustrations did Paul […]
Continue reading→Oct 20, 2016 – Mark 9
Read Mark 9 What was your impression of this chapter? Did you notice anything that you’ve never seen before? The action in Mark moves pretty fast, and this chapter is no different. Why do you think the transfiguration (vv 1-13) took place? Is there anything you can learn about how you should respond to Jesus? […]
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Do you know God?
Can you really know for sure you are going to heaven? Is it really possible to have a relationship with God and to know your sins are forgiven? God does not want you to live in uncertainty. He wants you to know for sure that you are going to heaven.