Dave's Blog - Entries written by DD
ThuThursdayJulJuly1st2010
The king and the King
7/1/10 Matthew 1-2 The king and the King (Mt 2:8) 8 And he sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and search carefully for the Child; and when you have found Him, report to me, so that I too may come and worship Him.” Herod the Great was the king of... More
MonMondayJunJune14th2010
Temporary Delay
Because I am at the SBC with a very busy schedule I will not be able to post daily. I will continue to read and if I have some spare momments I may be able to write some. Yesterday, we heard five messages and today we will hear ten messages. It is a... More
FriFridayJunJune11th2010
To Do Your Will
6/11/10 Hebrews 10 To Do Your Will (Heb 10:7) 7 “Then I said, ‘Behold, I have come (In the scroll of the book it is written of Me) To do Your will, O God.’ ” Many Christians are consumed with knowing the will of God for their lives. What they really... More
ThuThursdayJunJune10th2010
Sufficient Sacrifice
6/10/10 Hebrews 9 Sufficient Sacrifice (Heb 9:26b) 26b but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been manifested to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself. The writer of the book of Hebrews is methodically showing his first readers, Jews... More
WedWednesdayJunJune9th2010
Able To Save
Able To Save (Heb 7:25) 25 Therefore He is able also to save forever those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to make intercession for them. In Chapter 7 the author gives an argument to the question; Why Jesus Christ is a priest... More
TueTuesdayJunJune8th2010
Rest
6/8/10 Hebrews 4-6 Rest Chapter 4 is a continuation on the subject of rest which began in chapter 3. God has given a promise of rest in the past and his promise of rest remains true today. The author uses an example of the Israelites who did not... More
MonMondayJunJune7th2010
Superior
6/7/10 Hebrews 1-3 Superior (Heb 1:3-4) 3 And He is the radiance of His glory and the exact representation of His nature, and upholds all things by the word of His power. When He had made purification of sins, He sat down at the right hand of the... More
MonMondayJunJune7th2010
The Appeal
6/6/10 Titus 3 & Philemon The Appeal (Phm 9) 9 yet for love’s sake I rather appeal to you —since I am such a person as Paul, the aged, and now also a prisoner of Christ Jesus— Philemon is a short letter with just 25 verse to a wealthy man named... More
SatSaturdayJunJune5th2010
Protect the Church
6/5/10 2 Timothy 4, Titus 1-2 Protect the Church (Tit 1:5) 5 For this reason I left you in Crete, that you would set in order what remains and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, Paul in Titus 1 and 2 addresses Titus another younger man... More
SatSaturdayJunJune5th2010
Entanglements
6/4/10 2 Timothy 2-3 Entanglements (2 Ti 2:4) 4 No soldier in active service entangles himself in the affairs of everyday life, so that he may please the one who enlisted him as a soldier. In this second chapter of 2 Timothy Paul is encouraging the... More
ThuThursdayJunJune3rd2010
Power, Love, Discipline
6/3/10 1 Timothy 6 & 2 Timothy 1 Power, Love, Discipline (2 Ti 1:7) 7 For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline. Paul gives exhortation and encouragement here in this first chapter of the second letter to... More
WedWednesdayJunJune2nd2010
Discipline
6/2/10 1 Timothy 4-5 Discipline (1 Ti 4:7b-8) 7b On the other hand, discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness; 8 for bodily discipline is only of little profit, but godliness is profitable for all things, since it holds promise for the... More
TueTuesdayJunJune1st2010
Pray for Who?
6/1/10 1 Timothy 1-3 Pray for Who? (1 Ti 2:1) 1 First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, When we come to prayer we often think of praying for those whom we love the most. It... More
TueTuesdayJunJune1st2010
The Lord is Faithful
5/31/10 2 Thess 2-3 The Lord is Faithful (2 Th 3:3) 3 But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen and protect you from the evil one. The Thessalonian church was experiencing increased persecutions and sufferings. This second letter followed... More
MonMondayMayMay31st2010
Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks
5/30/10 1 Thess 5 & 2 Thess 1 Rejoice, Pray, Give Thanks (1 Th 5:16-18) 16 Rejoice always; 17 pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. This is God’s will for a believer’s life. A believer is... More
SatSaturdayMayMay29th2010
Excel Still More
5/29/10 1 Thess 3 & 4 Excel Still More Paul has a great deal of love and affection toward the church at Thessalonica. They had been suffering hardship and affliction so Paul sent Timothy to go and visit the church at Thessalonica. Paul had feared... More
FriFridayMayMay28th2010
A Gospel Response
5/28/10 Colossians 4 & 1 Thess 1 &2 (1 Th 1:3) 3 constantly bearing in mind your work of faith and labor of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ in the presence of our God and Father, A Gospel Response The church at Thessalonica... More
ThuThursdayMayMay27th2010
Set your Mind
5/27/10 Colossians 2-3 Set your Mind (Col 3:2) 2 Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. Most scholars agree that the book of Colossians was written to combat heresy which was evident in and around the church at... More
WedWednesdayMayMay26th2010
Thinking Like Christ
5/26/10 Philippians 4 & Colossians 1 Thinking Like Christ (Php 4:8) 8 Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if... More
TueTuesdayMayMay25th2010
The Mind of Christ
5/25/10 Philippians 2-3 The Mind of Christ (Php 2:5) 5 Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus, Tomorrow we will begin our 12 week study “The Mind of Christ” which comes from Philippians 2:5. The Greek word can be translated... More
MonMondayMayMay24th2010
One Step Backward Three Forward
5/24/10 Philippians 1 One Step Backward Three Forward Philippians is a letter to the Philippian church from Paul who is imprisoned at Rome. Paul and Silas founded the church on Paul’s second missionary journey (Acts 16). The Phillipian church heard... More
MonMondayMayMay24th2010
Imitate God
5/23/10 Ephesians 5 and 6 Imitate God (Eph 5:1) 1 Therefore be imitators of God, as beloved children; The church which is intended to be group of individuals who have repented and declared their submission and loyalty to Jesus Christ and are viewed... More
MonMondayMayMay24th2010
Our Mission
5/22/10 Ephesians 4 Our Mission (Eph 4:12) 12 for the equipping of the saints for the work of service, to the building up of the body of Christ; We have stated that our mission at Birchwood Baptist Church is “equipping individuals to be effective... More
SatSaturdayMayMay22nd2010
Our Purpose
5/21/10 Ephesians 2-3 Our Purpose (Eph 3:10) 10 so that the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known through the church to the rulers and the authorities in the heavenly places. We have stated that our purpose at Birchwood Baptist Church is... More
FriFridayMayMay21st2010
Reach Out
5/20/10 Galatians 6 & Ephesians 1 Reach Out In Galatians 6 Paul gives the churches of Galatian some exhortation and final reminders. In the first five verses we find that Paul is stressing to them to reach out to one another. In the end of chapter... More
ThuThursdayMayMay20th2010
Free from the Flesh by the Spirit
5/19/10 Galatians 4 &5 Free from the Flesh by the Spirit (Ga 5:13) 13 For you were called to freedom, brethren; only do not turn your freedom into an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. In chapter 4 Paul highlights those... More
TueTuesdayMayMay18th2010
The Test / A Different Gospel
5/17/10 2 Corinthians 13 & Galatians 1 2 Corinthians 13 – The Test Paul is has come to the close of this letter to the Corinthian church where he has defended his ministry, gave instructions concerning giving, and emphasized his authority as an... More
MonMondayMayMay17th2010
Paul is Afraid
5/16/10 2 Corinthians 11-12 Paul is Afraid (2 Co 12:20) 20 For I am afraid that perhaps when I come I may find you to be not what I wish and may be found by you to be not what you wish; that perhaps there will be strife, jealousy, angry tempers,... More
SatSaturdayMayMay15th2010
Only One Opinion Matters
5/15/10 2 Corinthians 9-10 I did not comment on either chapter 8 or 9 because they companion chapters and our reading schedule had divided them. Only One Opinion Matters (2 Co 10:18) 18 For it is not he who commends himself that is approved, but he... More
SatSaturdayMayMay15th2010
Two Promises
5/14/10 2 Corinthians 7 -8 Two Promises (2 Co 7:1) 1 Therefore, having these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all defilement of flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God. Sometimes the chapters divisions are not... More
ThuThursdayMayMay13th2010
Who are You Living For?
5/13/10 2 Corinthians 5-6 Who are You Living For? (2 Co 5:15) 15 and He died for all, so that they who live might no longer live for themselves, but for Him who died and rose again on their behalf. More that we would like to admit many of the things... More
WedWednesdayMayMay12th2010
How does your Life Read?
5/12/10 2 Corinthians 3-4 How does your Life Read? (2 Co 3:2) 2 You are our letter, written in our hearts, known and read by all men; Paul is sharing with the Corinthians that there is no need for him to bring letters of commendation concerning his... More
TueTuesdayMayMay11th2010
The Fragrance of Christ
5/11/10 2 Corinthians 1-2 The Fragrance of Christ Different aromas have the power to set our minds at ease or to cause our feet to move us rapidly in another direction. They can even remind us of a particular place or time that has host of positive... More
TueTuesdayMayMay11th2010
Looking Ahead
5/10/10 1 Corinthians 15-16 Looking Ahead In chapter 15 Paul addresses the final difficulty the Corinthian church was having within their fellowship, the teaching on the resurrection from the dead. The gospel is centered on the resurrection of Jesus... More
TueTuesdayMayMay11th2010
Love is Not Provoked
5/9/10 1 Corinthians 13-14 Love is Not Provoked Chapter 13 is the famous chapter on Love. There is so much in this passages that helps us understand if we truly love or our love is a superficial façade. When love is absent there is a deficiency in... More
SatSaturdayMayMay8th2010
Different but not Divided
5/8/10 1 Corinthians 12 Different but not Divided Paul now addresses a misunderstanding the Corinthians had in relation to the spiritual (gifts). The Corinthians had put a wrong emphasis on the more spectacular gifts particularly the gift of... More
FriFridayMayMay7th2010
Consider Others
5/7/10 1 Corinthians 10-11 Consider Others In these two chapters there are a host of verses that tell us that we need to consider others before ourselves. Are my actions profitable toward others? Are my actions edifying others? 1 Corinthians 10:23... More
FriFridayMayMay7th2010
Love puts Others First
5/6/10 1 Corinthians 8 & 9 Love puts Others First In chapter 8 Paul addresses a doctrinal issue that arose about eating meat that had been sacrificed to idols. During Paul’s day animals were sacrificed to idols and there were some in the Corinthian... More
WedWednesdayMayMay5th2010
Examine
5/5/10 1 Corinthians 6 & 7 Examine The beginning of chapter 6 Paul addresses lawsuits that were being brought before worldly courts. There was a Roman law that allowed differing ethnic or social groups to settle their own disputes among themselves.... More
TueTuesdayMayMay4th2010
Arrogance
5/4/10 1 Corinthians 4 & 5 Arrogance Here Paul continues his strong determination of pointing out to the Corinthian church their sin of arrogance. In chapters 1-3 Paul has called them to repent of their divisive issues over the following certain... More
MonMondayMayMay3rd2010
Wisdom
5/3/10 1 Corinthians 1, 2, 3 - Errors may abound did not have time to proof. Wisdom There seems to be an issue of pride associated with wisdom that Paul is rebuking the Corinthian church for in the first three chapters of 1 Corinthians. The word... More
MonMondayMayMay3rd2010
The Strong
5/2/10 Romans 14, 15, & 16 The Strong (Ro 14:1) 1 Now accept the one who is weak in faith, but not for the purpose of passing judgment on his opinions. (Ro 15:1) 1 Now we who are strong ought to bear the weaknesses of those without strength and not... More
SunSundayMayMay2nd2010
The Lowly
5/1/10 Romans 12-13 The Lowly About half way through Romans 12 Paul introduces several things that are associated with love. In fact Romans 12:9-18 are a great manifesto for a family. These verses are packed with what we should desire for ourselves... More
FriFridayAprApril30th2010
Zeal, But
4/30/10 – Scheduling Error Well I guess not too many people are following our schedule. A week has gone by since there has been a mistake in our guide and no one has notified me. I have just been following what I believed was a chapter day through... More
ThuThursdayAprApril29th2010
The Passion of Paul
4/29/10 Romans 9 The Passion of Paul (Ro 9:3) 3 For I could wish that I myself were accursed, separated from Christ for the sake of my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh, Paul here demonstrates for us all a passion for people that is only... More
WedWednesdayAprApril28th2010
In Christ Jesus
4/28/10 Romans 8 In Christ Jesus (Ro 8:1) 1 Therefore there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. Romans 8 instructs believers how to live a life of righteousness in face of the Law which we are unable to keep. No longer is our... More
TueTuesdayAprApril27th2010
Joined to Another
4/27/10 Romans 7 Joined to Another (Ro 7:4) 4 Therefore, my brethren, you also were made to die to the Law through the body of Christ, so that you might be joined to another , to Him who was raised from the dead, in order that we might bear fruit... More
MonMondayAprApril26th2010
Slaves
4/26/10 Romans 6 Slaves There are two people in the world; slaves and slaves. Let me explain… since the father of the human race Adam sinned, were all are born sinners. Have you noticed how you never have to instruct a child on how to do wrong? They... More
MonMondayAprApril26th2010
The Free Gift
4/25/10 Romans 5 The Free Gift If we are human we love to receive gifts. When we receive a gift is raises different emotions attached to different levels. Sometimes the gift itself is so astounding that it simply overwhelms us, but other times it is... More
SatSaturdayAprApril24th2010
Faith from the Old Testament
4/24/10 Romans 4 Faith from the Old Testament From time to time people will ask how were people saved in the Old Testament? The short answer is the same as we are today, by faith. Here in Romans 4 Paul gives us the example of Abraham’s faith where... More
FriFridayAprApril23rd2010
All Under Sin
4/23/10 Romans 3 - very tired writing this so I am sure their are mistakes. All Under Sin (Ro 3:9) 9 What then? Are we better than they? Not at all; for we have already charged that both Jews and Greeks are all under sin; Verse 9 is the summary... More
ThuThursdayAprApril22nd2010
Think Heavily
4/22/10 Romans 2 Think Heavily (Ro 2:4) 4 Or do you think lightly of the riches of His kindness and tolerance and patience, not knowing that the kindness of God leads you to repentance? Most of us are so caught up with our jobs, schooling, families,... More
ThuThursdayAprApril22nd2010
Step 1: Creation
4/21/10 Romans 1 - Due to sickness I was a day late uploading this one. Step 1: Creation (Ro 1:20) 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through... More
TueTuesdayAprApril20th2010
Wrong Conclusions
4/20/10 Acts 28 Wrong Conclusions Has there ever been a time in your life that you observed a particular action or event and made a conclusion from what you had witnessed? Did that conclusion prove to be true? There are certain people that are... More
MonMondayAprApril19th2010
God’s Word Gives Courage
4/19/10 Acts 27 God’s Word Gives Courage Luke here details for us the voyage that was to take Paul and some other prisoners to Italy and then on to Rome. The first part of their voyage was slow and difficult not make very much progress, so much so,... More
MonMondayAprApril19th2010
My Hope
4/18/10 Acts 26 My Hope Again Paul gives his defense this time in the auditorium at Caesarea before a great number of prominent and leading men of the city. His primary defense will be to King Agrippa who was of Jewish royalty and an expert in... More
SatSaturdayAprApril17th2010
Paul’s Defense
4/17/10 Act 24-25 Paul’s Defense In chapter 23 the commander had learned of the plot to kill Paul and arranged for Paul to be transferred to Caesarea and commits Paul’s case to the governor Felix. Five days later the high priest and other leaders... More
FriFridayAprApril16th2010
What’s Next?
4/16/10 Acts 23 - Still tired so the last three post probably have many errors. What’s Next? Paul at this point must have been wondering what God was going to do next. Leading up to his arrival in Jerusalem the Spirit was testifying that he would... More
FriFridayAprApril16th2010
Not Allowed to Live
4/15/10 Acts 22 - Was exhausted when I got home from Louisville, Ky on 4/15/10 Not Allowed to Live (Ac 22:22) 22 They listened to him up to this statement, and then they raised their voices and said, “Away with such a fellow from the earth, for he... More
FriFridayAprApril16th2010
Ready to Die
4/14/10 Acts 21 - Did not have internet access on the 14th. Ready to Die (Ac 21:13) 13 Then Paul answered, “What are you doing, weeping and breaking my heart? For I am ready not only to be bound, but even to die at Jerusalem for the name of the Lord... More
TueTuesdayAprApril13th2010
Afflictions Await
Afflictions Await (Ac 20:23) 23 except that the Holy Spirit solemnly testifies to me in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions await me. Paul is on mission. He is on mission to visit more cities and declare to them the Lord Jesus and the... More
MonMondayAprApril12th2010
Great Artemis?
4/12/10 Acts 19 Great Artemis? (Ac 19:28) 28 When they heard this and were filled with rage, they began crying out, saying, “Great is Artemis of the Ephesians!” Acts 19 describes Paul coming to the city of Ephesus. Ephesus was a large city and the... More
SunSundayAprApril11th2010
Persuading
4/11/10 Acts 18 Persuading (Ac 18:4) 4 And he was reasoning in the synagogue every Sabbath and trying to persuade Jews and Greeks. After Paul leaves Athens he then makes his way to the city of Corinth. He quickly meets a Jewish business man and wife... More
SatSaturdayAprApril10th2010
Resurrection? Ha Ha
4/10/10 Acts 17 Resurrection? Ha Ha (Ac 17:32) 32 Now when they heard of the resurrection of the dead, some began to sneer, but others said, “We shall hear you again concerning this.” During Paul’s missionary journeys to the west He encountered the... More
FriFridayAprApril9th2010
A Place of Prayer
4/9/10 Acts 16 A Place of Prayer (Ac 16:13) 13 And on the Sabbath day we went outside the gate to a riverside, where we were supposing that there would be a place of prayer ; and we sat down and began speaking to the women who had assembled. Paul... More
ThuThursdayAprApril8th2010
By Faith
4/8/10 Acts 15 By Faith (Ac 15:9) 9 and He made no distinction between us and them, cleansing their hearts by faith. In this chapter there some, probably of the Pharisees, who had believed that came to the church at Antioch (Syria) from Jerusalem... More
WedWednesdayAprApril7th2010
Tribulations
4/7/10 Acts 14 Tribulations (Ac 14:22) 22 strengthening the souls of the disciples, encouraging them to continue in the faith, and saying, “Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God.” Faithfulness in preaching the gospel and living... More
TueTuesdayAprApril6th2010
Continually Filled with Joy
4/6/10 Act 13 Continually Filled with Joy Acts 13 recounts for us the first missionary journey that Barnabas and Paul took. They visited many towns during this journey, but the bulk of Acts 13 describes what took place in the town of Pisidian... More
MonMondayAprApril5th2010
Fervent Prayer & Bonus Material
4/5/10 Acts 11 & 12 Fervent Prayer I will not make any significant comments on Acts 11 at this time as it would be better to comment on Acts 11 with Acts 10 on the same day. In Acts 11 Peter returns with six others from Caesarea to Jerusalem and... More
SunSundayAprApril4th2010
God Raise Him Up
4/4/10 Acts 10 God Raise Him Up (Ac 10:40) 40 “God raised Him up on the third day and granted that He become visible, Today is Easter a day that followers of Jesus Christ celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Here near the end of... More
SatSaturdayAprApril3rd2010
Persecution to Peace
4/3/10 Acts 9 Persecution to Peace At the beginning of Acts 8 Luke tells us there was a great persecution that broke out against the church. The church is all those who have believed and placed their faith in Jesus Christ. The church in Jerusalem... More
FriFridayAprApril2nd2010
The Ethiopian Eunuch & Good Friday
4/2/10 Acts 8 The Ethiopian Eunuch & Good Friday Philip was one of the seven men chosen in Acts 6 to serve (deacon) tables. He plays an instrumental role in the spread of the gospel described here in Acts 8. After the execution of Stephen this... More
FriFridayAprApril2nd2010
The God of Glory
4/1/10 Acts 7 - Due to a one of our children being sick and being very tired I was a bit late on this post. The God of Glory As we read Acts 7 which is a continuation of Acts 6 Stephen has been charged with blaspheme (extreme slander) against Moses... More
WedWednesdayMarMarch31st2010
Disciples were Increasing
3/31/10 Acts 6 Disciples were Increasing Acts 6:1 “Now at this time while the disciples were increasing in number,” Those are wonderful words that we read about the early church experiencing astounding success after Pentecost when the Holy Spirit... More
TueTuesdayMarMarch30th2010
Keep Right On
3/30/10 Acts 5 Keep Right On The apostles faced opposition from the religious establishment as they continued to proclaim the name of Jesus. They were put into public jail, but the Father did not want them in the jail at this time because He wanted... More
MonMondayMarMarch29th2010
Been with Jesus?
3/29/10 Acts 4 Been with Jesus? (Ac 4:13) 13 Now as they observed the confidence of Peter and John and understood that they were uneducated and untrained men, they were amazed, and began to recognize them as having been with Jesus. Peter and John... More
SunSundayMarMarch28th2010
The Name of Jesus
3/28/10 Acts 3 The Name of Jesus Peter and John are headed to the temple during the hour of prayer when they are interrupted by a beggar who is lame. Peter and John both focus their attention on him and Peter speaks to the beggar and gives the lame... More
SatSaturdayMarMarch27th2010
His Witnesses
3/27/10 Acts 1 & 2 His Witnesses (Ac 1:8) 8 but you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be My witnesses both in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and even to the remotest part of the earth.” Today we will... More
FriFridayMarMarch26th2010
Spiritual Discernment
3/26/10 John 21 – I have decided to read Acts 1 tomorrow along with Acts 2 Spiritual Discernment (Jn 21:7) 7 Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord.” So when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put his outer... More
ThuThursdayMarMarch25th2010
Believe
3/25/10 John 20 Believe (Jn 20:8) 8 So the other disciple who had first come to the tomb then also entered, and he saw and believed. What do you believe in, or in other words, what have you committed your trust to. Some people may say I do not trust... More
WedWednesdayMarMarch24th2010
Behold the Man!
3/24/10 John 19 Behold the Man! (Jn 19:5) 5 Jesus then came out, wearing the crown of thorns and the purple robe. Pilate said to them, “Behold, the Man!” Isn’t it interesting how we only hear half of the story many times? Most of us have dealt with... More
TueTuesdayMarMarch23rd2010
Do you Have a Place?
3/23/10 John 18 Do you Have a Place? (Jn 18:2) 2 Now Judas also, who was betraying Him, knew the place, for Jesus had often met there with His disciples. This scripture indicates that Judas knew exactly where He would find Jesus and the disciples... More
MonMondayMarMarch22nd2010
Jesus Prayed for You
3/22/10 John 17 Jesus Prayed for You John 17:20 “I do not ask on behalf of these alone, but for those also who believe in Me through their word;” In John 17 Jesus is praying for His disciples. He knows that His hour has come and He has been... More
MonMondayMarMarch22nd2010
Many More Things to Say
3/21/10 John 16 Last night our power went off therefore this post was delayed. Many More Things to Say John 16:12 “I have many more things to say to you, but you cannot bear them now.” As I reflect on John 16:12 my pride says that I can bear more... More
SatSaturdayMarMarch20th2010
Do you have Joy?
3/20/10 John 15 Do you Have Joy? I have noticed recently that there is a lot of anger in the world. There is anger nearly at every intersection of two or more individuals. This anger is exposed in marriages, siblings, the work place, the school... More
FriFridayMarMarch19th2010
If you love Me
3/19/20 John 14 If you love Me (John 14:15) If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. At the end of chapter 13 and near the end of the Lord Supper Jesus tells His disciples He is leaving and where He is going they cannot come now, but will... More
ThuThursdayMarMarch18th2010
You will Follow Later
3/18/10 John 13 You will Follow Later (Jn 13:36) 36 Simon Peter said to Him, “Lord, where are You going?” Jesus answered, “Where I go, you cannot follow Me now; but you will follow later.” We are reminded again in this chapter to look to heaven as... More
ThuThursdayMarMarch18th2010
The Hour Has Come
3/17/10 John 12 - I was late with the post and had a connection issue. The Hour Has Come (Jn 12:23) 23 And Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. John presents his gospel account with one thing very much... More
TueTuesdayMarMarch16th2010
Ready to Die for the Glory of God
3/16/10 John 11 Ready to Die for the Glory of God (Jn 11:4) 4 But when Jesus heard this , He said, “This sickness is not to end in death, but for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified by it.” Jesus gets word from Mary and Marta... More
MonMondayMarMarch15th2010
The Good Shepherd
3/15/10 John 10 The Good Shepherd (Jn 10:11) 11 “I am the good shepherd; the good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep. We do not think to highly of shepherds in our day and age, probably because we do not know any. They are certainly not... More
SunSundayMarMarch14th2010
The Blind Man
3/14/10 John 9 The Blind Man Have you ever experience temporary blindness? It could have been a result in being in a place that was draped with darkness or it could have been you pupils took in more light than is allowable in a moment. Blindness... More
SatSaturdayMarMarch13th2010
Jesus is Truth
3/13/10 John 8 Jesus is Truth (Jn 8:32) 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” John 8:32 is certainly a popular verse that people quote, but to know what it means takes more than memorization. Notice that this verse... More
FriFridayMarMarch12th2010
For or Against
3/12/10 John 7 For or Against (Jn 7:12) 12 There was much grumbling among the crowds concerning Him; some were saying, “He is a good man”; others were saying, “No, on the contrary, He leads the people astray.” John 7 has much to say about people who... More
ThuThursdayMarMarch11th2010
The Bread of Life
3/11/10 John 6 The Bread of Life (Jn 6:35) 35 Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will never thirst. The beginning of John 6 recalls Jesus feeding five thousand with five loaves... More
WedWednesdayMarMarch10th2010
Life In Him
3/10/10 John 5 Life In Him (Jn 5:26) 26 “For just as the Father has life in Himself, even so He gave to the Son also to have life in Himself; Yesterday I wrote about the living water that Jesus offered the woman at the well. We understood that water... More
TueTuesdayMarMarch9th2010
Living Water
3/9/10 John 4 Living Water (Jn 4:10) 10 Jesus answered and said to her, “If you knew the gift of God, and who it is who says to you, ‘Give Me a drink,’ you would have asked Him, and He would have given you living water.” There is one thing that is... More
MonMondayMarMarch8th2010
Moving Away from Timidity
3/8/10 John 3 Moving Away from Timidity (Jn 3:2) 2 this man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You have come from God as a teacher; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” Nicodemus whose names... More
SunSundayMarMarch7th2010
Just Do It
3/7/10 John 2 Just Do It (Jn 2:5) 5 His mother said to the servants, “Whatever He says to you, do it.” In John 2 we read about the wedding in Cana. Whoever was getting married seems to have been close to the family of Mary, the mother of Jesus. The... More
SatSaturdayMarMarch6th2010
Who is He?
3/6/10 John 1 Who is He? John begins his gospel speaking about the Word and the Light. What are they or who are they? Are they refereeing to the same thing or person? In verse 2 John links the Word to a “He” and in verse 9 & 10 John links the Light... More
FriFridayMarMarch5th2010
Remember His Words
3/5/10 Luke 24 Remember His Words Luke 24:8 And they remembered His words, On the first day of the week there were some women that came to the tomb and found it empty. This perplexed them and suddenly two angels appeared. The angels state “Why do... More
ThuThursdayMarMarch4th2010
No Guilt
3/4/10 Luke 23 No Guilt (Lk 23:4) 4 Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no guilt in this man.” Jesus has been betrayed and is now brought before Pilate the ruling Roman governor in Jerusalem. Pilate hears the charges and... More
WedWednesdayMarMarch3rd2010
But I have Prayed for You
3/3/10 Luke 22 But I have prayed for you (Lk 22:32) 32 but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers.” The disciples were in a dispute over who was regarded as the... More
TueTuesdayMarMarch2nd2010
Beware & Be Alert
3/2/10 Luke 21 Beware & Be Alert The end of Luke 20 Jesus warns his disciples about following the scribes teaching and stress that they may look good on the outside, but inwardly they are unclean. Their personal appearance is an inward desire that... More
MonMondayMarMarch1st2010
Are you worthy?
3/1/10 Luke 20 Are you worthy? (Lk 20:35) 35 but those who are considered worthy to attain to that age and the resurrection from the dead, neither marry nor are given in marriage; Jesus is speaking to the Sadducees in this passage; they are... More
SunSundayFebFebruary28th2010
Greed Stopped
2/28/10 Luke 19 Greed Stopped Here we meet a chief tax collector named Zaccheus. Tax collectors were hated and despised by their fellow countrymen. They were looked at as traitors. They gained wealth rapidly and were often very rich. The obtained... More
SatSaturdayFebFebruary27th2010
The Grip of Greed
2/27/10 Luke 18 The Grip of Greed In this passage we read about a ruler who was extremely rich, but has an internal need. We can presume that this ruler had most of what money could buy. He was even sincere about his faith, but there was an... More
FriFridayFebFebruary26th2010
Instructions for Disciples
2/26/10 Luke 17 Instructions for Disciples In the first 10 verse of Luke chapter 17 there are four different instructions given to the Lord’s disciple and those are passed down to anyone who pursues discipleship. First, a disciple should live a life... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary25th2010
Riches do not equal Righteousness
2/25/10 Luke 16 Riches do not equal Righteousness The Pharisees assumed that a person’s wealth was an indication of God’s blessing because of righteous living. Jesus states that they were justifying themselves in the sight of men, but God knew their... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary24th2010
Where is the Rejoicing?
2/24/10 Luke 15 Where is the Rejoicing? Luke 15:6 “Rejoice with me, for I have found my sheep which was lost!” Luke 15:9 “Rejoice with me, for I have found the coin which I had lost!” Luke 15:23b,24c “let us eat and celebrate” “And they began to... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary23rd2010
The Parable of Excuses
2/23/10 Luke 14 The Parable of Excuses Jesus has been warning and challenging the religious leaders of his day. In Luke 14:1 Jesus was invited to have a meal on the Sabbath with a leader from the Pharisees. He had been invited as a test to see if He... More
MonMondayFebFebruary22nd2010
Turn Before it is too Late
2/22/10 Luke 13 Turn Before it is too Late In Luke 12 Jesus has been teaching a huge crowd of people some commentators estimate the crowd over ten thousand (Lk 12:1). Chapter thirteen is liked because of the words “Now on the same occasion” in verse... More
SunSundayFebFebruary21st2010
Nothing to Hide
2/21/10 Luke 12 Nothing to Hide (Lk 12:2-3) 2 “But there is nothing covered up that will not be revealed, and hidden that will not be known. 3 “Accordingly, whatever you have said in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered... More
SatSaturdayFebFebruary20th2010
Persistent Prayer
See Update at bottom of 2/19/10 Luke 10 http://www.birchwoodbaptist.org/10116/blogentry/entry_id/199896/Rejecting_the_Wrong_Person 2/20/10 Luke 11 Persistent Prayer (Lk 11:8) 8 “I tell you, even though he will not get up and give him anything... More
FriFridayFebFebruary19th2010
Rejecting the Wrong Person
2/19/10 Luke 10 Rejecting the Wrong Person (Lk 10:16) 16c and he who rejects Me rejects the One who sent Me.” Chapter 10 is filled with many things for me today. I really enjoyed reading and meditating on this passage this morning. Although there... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary18th2010
Profit
2/18/10 Luke 9 Profit (Lk 9:25) 25 “For what is a man profited if he gains the whole world, and loses or forfeits himself? Are you seeking to gain the whole world? You may think that is a strange question to ask, but the truth is that there are many... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary17th2010
The Seed
2/17/10 Luke 8 The Seed (Lk 8:11) 11 “Now the parable is this: the seed is the word of God. There is a direct connection between the word of God and a fruitful life. What is largely missing in the lives of church attendees is the seed. A large... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary16th2010
God has Visited
2/16/10 Luke 7 God has Visited (Lk 7:16) 16 Fear gripped them all, and they began glorifying God, saying, “A great prophet has arisen among us!” and, “God has visited His people!” Has anyone of great importance every visited your home or town? You... More
MonMondayFebFebruary15th2010
Moving On in our Love
2/14/10 Luke 6 Moving On in our Love With Valentine’s Day behind us, where we have loved all of those who return their love to us, let us move on in our Love. (Lk 6:32) 32 “If you love those who love you, what credit is that to you? For even sinners... More
SunSundayFebFebruary14th2010
Believe, Trust, and Obey
2/14/10 Luke 5 Believe, Trust, and Obey In the beginning paragraph of Luke 5 Jesus is teaching the word of God and there was a great crowd pressing in and trying to hear Jesus. Probably, because as the last chapter stated that his speech was... More
SatSaturdayFebFebruary13th2010
The devil
2/13/10 Luke 4 The devil I often hear Christian’s blame the devil for things that occur in their lives, from the devil is really attacking me, to the devil does not wanting me to go here or there. As I reflect on the beginning portion of Luke 4... More
FriFridayFebFebruary12th2010
What shall we Do?
2/12/10 Luke 3 What shall we Do? Luke 3 describes John the Baptist preaching at a certain time in the area around Jordan. Many were wondering if John was the Christ (Lk 3:15). This was because John was speaking the Word of God and with authority.... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary11th2010
Treasuring
2/11/10 Luke 2 Treasuring (Lk 2:19) 19 But Mary treasured all these things, pondering them in her heart. (Lk 2:51) 51 And He went down with them and came to Nazareth, and He continued in subjection to them; and His mother treasured all these things... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary10th2010
Living Righteously
2/10/10 Luke 1 Living Righteously (Lk 1:6) 6 They were both righteous in the sight of God, walking blamelessly in all the commandments and requirements of the Lord. Zacharias and Elizabeth were childless and they were living righteous lives despite... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary9th2010
What do you Expect?
2/9/10 Mark 16 What do you Expect? In Mark 16 we read that women came to the tomb on the first day of the week expecting to anoint the body of Jesus. This is seen as an act of love and devotion, just the same way as people visit the graves of loved... More
MonMondayFebFebruary8th2010
What will you do with Jesus?
2/8/10 Mark 15 What will you do with Jesus? (Mk 15:12) 12 Answering again, Pilate said to them, “Then what shall I do with Him whom you call the King of the Jews?” In Mark 15 we read that Jesus was brought before Pilate, and then He was mocked, and... More
SunSundayFebFebruary7th2010
The Lord’s Supper
2/7/10 Mark 14 The Lord’s Supper (Mk 14:22) 22 While they were eating, He took some bread, and after a blessing He broke it , and gave it to them, and said, “Take it; this is My body.” The Lord’s Supper is one of two ordinances of the church. The... More
SatSaturdayFebFebruary6th2010
False Christs
2/6/10 Mark 13 False Christs Here is the Mark’s account of Jesus teaching known as the Olivet Discourse. This simply means that Jesus delivered this teaching on the Mt. of Olives which is just outside the old city of Jerusalem. Again, this chapter... More
FriFridayFebFebruary5th2010
Understanding the Scriptures
2/5/10 Mark 12 Understanding the Scriptures (Mk 12:24) 24 Jesus said to them, “Is this not the reason you are mistaken, that you do not understand the Scriptures or the power of God? Hopefully, we are each learning the scriptures as we faithfully... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary4th2010
Fig Tree – Judgment & Faith
2/4/10 Mark 11 Fig Tree – Judgment & Faith In this section we read about the miracle Jesus performs on the fig tree. It strikes many as odd and even cruel, but upon further study it is really a theological lesson on judgment and faith. This is the... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary3rd2010
Service
2/3/10 Mark 10 Service (Mk 10:45) 45 “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served , but to serve , and to give His life a ransom for many.” The beauty of reading through books of the bible is that you begin to recognize certain themes that are... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary2nd2010
Take Pity and Help
2/2/10 Mark 9 Take Pity and Help (Mk 9:22b) 22 “But if You can do anything, take pity on us and help us!” This was the cry of a man that was desperate for his son to be healed from demon possession. In the next verse Jesus draws attention to the... More
MonMondayFebFebruary1st2010
Setting your Mind
2/1/10 Mark 8 Setting your Mind (Mk 8:33) 33 But turning around and seeing His disciples, He rebuked Peter and said, “Get behind Me, Satan; for you are not setting your mind on God’s interests, but man’s.” How do we set our mind upon God’s interests... More
SunSundayJanJanuary31st2010
Invalidating the Word of God
1/31/10 Mark 7 Invalidating the Word of God (Mk 7:13) 13 thus invalidating the word of God by your tradition which you have handed down; and you do many things such as that.” Unfortunately, this is charge sticks to many who are in churches today.... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary30th2010
Rest a While
1/30/10 Mark 6 Rest a While Mk 6:31 Jesus tells his disciples that it is time to go to a secluded place and rest a while. Ministry can be exhausting and it is important to take time to get away. This can be a hard thing to do unless getting away is... More
FriFridayJanJanuary29th2010
Jesus the Great Healer
1/29/10 Mark 5 Jesus the Great Healer In Mark 5 we read about three different occasions where Jesus heals individuals. One of the great lessons that we can all learn from these healings is that Jesus handles each one personally. Jesus does not give... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary28th2010
Sometimes We are Slow
1/28/10 Mark 4 Sometimes We are Slow Jesus shows a great deal of patience with His disciples with respect to his teaching and personhood. In Mk 4:10 His disciples and followers ask Jesus about the parables that He was teaching. He responds with a... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary27th2010
Doing the Will of God
1/27/10 Mark 3 Doing the Will of God Mark 3:35 (NASB95) 35 “For whoever does the will of God, he is My brother and sister and mother.” Today, a small group will meet to discuss the first week of the Experiencing God bible study. The study focuses on... More
TueTuesdayJanJanuary26th2010
Mark 1-2
1/26/10 Mark 1-2 Fast Moving I know that our schedule had Mt 28 and Mk 1 together yesterday, but I decided to begin Mark today and to combine Mk 1 & 2. Mark’s gospel is the shortest of all the gospels with only 16 chapters. Some have referred to it... More
MonMondayJanJanuary25th2010
The Sin Continues
1/25/10 Matthew 28 The Sin Continues In the face of all the miraculous events surrounding the crucifixion and resurrection the chief priests and elders remain in their sin. This is how paralyzing sin can be in anyone’s life. When a person does not... More
SunSundayJanJanuary24th2010
The Blindness
1/24/10 Matthew 27 The Blindness I saw today the blinding effect of sin again that can be in an individual’s life. It is really easy to see the sin of others, but much more difficult to see our own sin. Here the chief priests in verse 6 say; “It is... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary23rd2010
The Betrayal
1/23/10 Matthew 26 The Betrayal As I read this portion of scripture today I was captivated by the betrayal of Judas. It astounds those of us who know Jesus that such a thing could happen. The betrayal is clear evidence of the hardening and blinding... More
FriFridayJanJanuary22nd2010
The Olivet Discourse Part 2
1/22/10 Matthew 25 The Olivet Discourse Part 2 In chapter 25 we read two parables and a third passage that is not technically a parable. This first parable stresses the point for everyone to be ready for the return of Jesus. We know from chapter 24... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary21st2010
The Olivet Discourse
1/21/10 Matthew 24 The Olivet Discourse Matthew 24 and 25 are referred to as the Olivet Discourse, because Mt 24:3 states that Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives when he gives his discourse (speech, talk, sermon) on the two questions the... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary20th2010
Exalting Oneself
1/20/10 Matthew 23 Exalting Oneself (Mt 23:12) 12 “Whoever exalts himself shall be humbled; and whoever humbles himself shall be exalted. In this chapter eight woes are spoken against the scribes and Pharisees. The woes in this section are used as... More
TueTuesdayJanJanuary19th2010
Another Question
1/19/10 Matthew 22 Another Question (Mt 22:42) 42 “What do you think about the Christ, whose son is He?” They said to Him, “The son of David.” We have noticed that Jesus asked Peter specifically and those who were present in Mt 16:13, “Who do people... More
MonMondayJanJanuary18th2010
The King is Rejected
1/18/10 Matthew 21 The King is Rejected Matthew 21 is referred to as the Triumphal entry when Matthew records for us the events that surrounded Jesus entering Jerusalem as the rightful King. He instructs two of his disciples to go and get a donkey... More
SunSundayJanJanuary17th2010
What do you want me to do?
1/17/09 Matthew 20 What do you want me to do? (Mt 20:32) 32 And Jesus stopped and called them, and said, “What do you want Me to do for you?” This is a question that Jesus asked two blind men upon leaving Jericho. Now I find myself asking Jesus the... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary16th2010
One Thing
1/16/09 Matthew 19 One Thing (Mt 19:16) 16 And someone came to Him and said, “Teacher, what good thing shall I do that I may obtain eternal life?” This verse and those that follow remind believers and declare to unbelievers that there is nothing... More
FriFridayJanJanuary15th2010
The Greatest People I Know
1/15/09 Matthew 18 The Greatest People I Know Today our world idolizes people who are strong and independent. We can look on individuals who possess these characteristics and desire that our children would become like them. Many times these... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary14th2010
Do Not Look for Miracles
1/14/09 Matthew 16 & 17 Do not Look for Miracles From Mt 16:1-4 we can be at rest in our souls that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the Living God. There is no reason for further evidence or miracles to authenticate who Jesus is. The sign of Jonah... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary13th2010
Discerning Sin vs Tradition
1/13/09 Matthew 15 Discerning Sin vs Tradition Mt 15:11 “It is not what enters into the mouth that defiles the man, but what proceeds out of the mouth, this defiles the man.” Some sincerely religious people show up in the beginning of chapter 15 and... More
TueTuesdayJanJanuary12th2010
Jesus is God’s Son
1/12/09 Matthew 14 Jesus is God’s Son Mt 14:22 Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. There are times in our lives that when we are following Jesus it appears that... More
MonMondayJanJanuary11th2010
Parables
1/11/10 Matthew 13 Parables As we read Mt 13 we noticed that it is this chapter that Matthew groups 8 different parables. A parable is an extended, metaphor, aphorism, or simile. Some ground rules for interpreting parables are; · They are designed... More
SunSundayJanJanuary10th2010
Matthew 12:30-32 BONUS BLOG
1/10/19 Matthew 12:30-32 BONUS BLOG There have been many Christians that have struggled with what actually is the sin “blasphemy against the Holy Spirit.” Many have even feared that they may have committed this sin. If you or someone you know is... More
SunSundayJanJanuary10th2010
Something Greater
1/10/10 Matthew 12 – Something Greater I relish in the fact that the “something greater” in Mt 12:6, 41, 42 is Jesus. The Pharisees questioned Jesus and the disciples for not doing what is lawful on the Sabbath. What they were saying is that you and... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary9th2010
Different Methods - Same Message
1/9/10 Matthew 11 – Different Methods - Same Message In this chapter Jesus teaches us the significance of John the Baptist ministry. I would like to focus particularly on Mt 11:18-19. Today, there are numerous discussions, debates, and even damaging... More
FriFridayJanJanuary8th2010
Do not Fear
1/8/10 Matthew 10 – Do not Fear There are a number of things that cause us to fear. The greatest of all fears is probably the fear of death. Without an assurance of salvation in Jesus Christ there is nothing but fear. That assurance is not based on... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary7th2010
Slight Mix-up
1/7/09 I will not be posting anything new today, because I posted chapters 8 and 9 together yesterday, since chapter 8 and 9 are a better match than 7 and 8. I commented on 8 and 9 together although the computer schedule I was following had Jan 5 th... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary6th2010
His Authority is One Reason I am His Disciple
1/6/10 Matthew 9 I did not make any comments on chapter 8 yesterday because there is a distinct division from chapter 7 to chapter 8. Chapter 8 and 9 are a better match. In chapter 8 I noticed again that Jesus has “all authority on earth” Mt 28:18.... More
MonMondayJanJanuary4th2010
Hearts turned toward Heaven
Matthew 6 As I read this chapter my heart was turned toward heaven. Let me show you why as we move through this chapter. The first item addressed is that we do not practice our righteousness before men. In other words, we should not just be... More
SunSundayJanJanuary3rd2010
Grace & Mercy are Perfect
Matthew 5 Chapter 5 is certainly filled with a ton of good stuff and there is week’s worth of items to meditate upon. Mattthew 5:45b is what caused me to consider grace and mercy that should be shown toward any enemy. The Lord makes the sun rise and... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary2nd2010
The Importance of Preaching
Matthew 3-4 In chapters 3 and 4 of Matthew the childhood narratives are left and we are introduced to John the Baptist and the beginning of Jesus’ ministry. Something of interest that stood out to me as I read through and thought on this portion of... More
FriFridayJanJanuary1st2010
Obedience amidst Fear
Matthew 1-2 Good Morning and Happy New Year! I am going to be doing my devotions in the ESV as I continue to analyze and pray about using this version in the future, so if I quote something it may be a bit different from the NASB or a version that... More
ThuThursdayDecDecember31st2009
Reading & Meditation on the NT in 2010
Tomorrow we will begin reading through the NT twice in 2010. It is my desire that we don't just read through it and say that we accomplished another religious task, but that we would take time to meet with the living God through His Word, which is... More
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