We are reading Matthew 6 on our journey through the Bible this year. Jesus teaches us how to pray. ‘In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive…
In today’s reading, we learn about Samson. An angel foretold his birth. His birth was foretold by an angel, who gave his mother specific instructions, including that his hair must never be cut. The Angel also told her that he would be dedicated to God and begin to rescue Israel from the oppressive Philistines. Samson…
We’re chugging right along in reading the Bible through the year. Camping kept me from posting, but we are still on track. We started reading Philippians, and a couple of verses in chapters 1 and 2 stood out to me. ‘And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue…
Galatians 2 is our New Testament reading today. Verse 20 caught my heart while I drank my coffee. ‘My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me…
Today marks day 114 of reading through the Bible this year. In Deuteronomy 12 and 13, God gives the Israelites instructions for when they enter the promised land. God warns us to be careful and obey in chapter 12. Both chapters have hardcore warnings against following other religious customs in the new land. ‘You must…
It’s day 110 of reading the Bible in one year, and we are about 30% through. Today’s “verse of the day” is Matthew 16:24. ‘Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me. ‘Matthew 16:24…
I don’t think it’s a coincidence that the verse of the day is Mark 13:33; it really goes along with what I read in 1 Corinthians 16 today. Scholars debate whether Mark 13 refers to the destruction of the temple, the end times, or both. I lean more toward the side that it’s both. To…
Camping season always puts a smile on my face. There’s something special about being out in God’s creation, whether I’m riding a good horse or sitting around a campfire with friends. I get so caught up enjoying these moments that writing isn’t at the top of my TODO list. I’m still keeping up with my…
I’ve often thought that “know-it-alls” ruin life for everyone else. While reading 1 Corinthians 8, I was reminded of that again. ‘2Anyone who claims to know all the answers doesn’t really know very much. 3But the person who loves God is the one whom God recognizes.’1 Corinthians 8:2-3 If you know everything, you can’t learn…
I heard a pastor talking about Mark 11:25, saying that one of the biggest reasons prayers aren’t answered and miracles don’t happen is 1 simple thing — unforgiveness. Unforgiveness clogs our spiritual pipes. This morning I’m reading Numbers 6, and come to the priestly blessing. The Priestly Blessing Tell Aaron and his sons to bless…