Today’s read gives us a startling picture of what it’s really like to be a disciple of Jesus. It’s the reverse of what you might think. Jesus has called his 12 disciples, and now He is sending them out on their first big assignment, which is to go throughout the villages and towns and do …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.30.19]
Today’s read covered parts of Matthew 8-9 and Mark 4-5, which describe some of the miracles that Jesus did as He traveled throughout Galilee and the surrounding areas. A storm on the Sea of Galilee threatens to overturn the boat as He and His disciples cross over. Jesus calms it with three simple words. A …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.29.19]
Today’s read of Matthew 13 gives us several parables that Jesus taught about the kingdom of heaven. Jesus often taught in parables, which are simply stories using familiar, natural things to explain a spiritual truth. Many times, Jesus spoke clearly to the crowds and there was no mistaking His meaning. Why would He speak in …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.28.19]
In today’s read, Jesus talks about a subject that I was taught it wasn’t polite to discuss in public: money. My mama impressed on me that you mind your own business; that you never ask someone how much money they have, or comment on it. And you certainly never publicly bemoan your own lack of …
Read-Through-The-Bible [10.27.19]
Today’s passages included Matthew 8, 11 & 12, and some corresponding scriptures out of Luke 7 & 11. The point of a chronological read of the gospels is to (attempt to) put in order the details of Jesus’ life and ministry. At this point, His presence and boldness are just starting to aggravate those who …
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