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It is “Summertime” and the old song reminds us “The living is easy.” But as we read the Book of Proverbs over the next seven days we realize  that all living according to the Inspired Word of God in obedience to His will is not only easy but truly a joy.

To our faithful readers,

What a thrill to read the Gospels, the “Good News”, of Jesus; His “first-hand” story, written by the men that lived and walked with Him throughout every day of His three-year ministry.

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What a precious climax to the Book of Luke as the “beloved physician” relates the crucifixion of our Savior. After watching a hostile crowd treat Jesus in such a cruel way, neither the apostles, nor the women in Chapter 24 expected such a glorious experience on that resurrection morning.

As we come to the conclusion of the Book of I Kings we realize that the theme of this book is about the need of wholehearted devotion to the One True God. We read: The people … fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord, He is the God; the Lord, He is the God (18:39). 

As we read the Books of I & II Chronicles we see the journey of how God’s people come to love and worship Him. 

The Book of Isaiah has a recurring theme of a wayward people and a long-suffering God. But Isaiah’s prophecy about the birth of Jesus and the many verses that foreshadow the coming ministry of the Savior is a reminder of the wonder of the coming Messiah and the fact that He has made Himself accessible to each one of us.   

How exciting to realize we have completed reading three-fourths of the entire Bible. Yes, October brings us not only to the last quarter of Scripture, but also into the New Testament portion of the Word of God. 

What a precious climax to the Book of Luke as the “beloved physician” relates the crucifixion of our Savior. After watching a hostile crowd treat Jesus in such a cruel way, neither the apostles, nor the women in Chapter 24 expected such a glorious experience on that resurrection morning.

It is “Summertime” and the old song reminds us “The living is easy.” But as we read the Book of Proverbs over the next seven days we realize  that all living according to the Inspired Word of God in obedience to His will is not only easy but truly a joy.

The Book of Isaiah has a recurring theme of a wayward people and a long-suffering God. But Isaiah’s prophecy about the birth of Jesus and the many verses that foreshadow the coming ministry of the Savior is a reminder of the wonder of the coming Messiah and the fact that He has made Himself accessible to each one of us.   

The path of our daily Bible reading continues through the Books of the Major Prophets. We've read Isaiah, Jeremiah, and now, Ezekiel. They are referred to as "Major" because of their size, while the books that follow are referred to as the "Minor Prophets," again, because of their size. 

        We’ve traveled a long way from God’s call of Abraham to the formation of the nation of Israel united under its first king.  As we begin the Book of II Samuel we read how God is fulfilling the promises He made to David as a teenager and how His plan for David’s life is unfolding. 

Can you believe that we’re “halfway”? Yes, we’re halfway through the year 2010 and within the week we will have read “halfway” through the Bible. Psalm 118 is officially noted as being the very center of The Book!  Yeah!! It reminds me of that old Gospel Hymn – “No turning back, no turning back.”

Our Bible reading this week is some of the most beautiful and inspiring in the Scriptures. God reveals Himself as infinite Creator of the universe and a loving father who meets the needs of His children. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. . . . He is my refuge and my fortress (91:1-2).

We’re in the Book of Isaiah! Did you ever think reading the five books of the Major Prophets could be exciting? Well, it is! Look how he begins: Do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow (1:17-18). WOW!

Reading the Book of Isaiah is so powerful! He begins this week with the soul-searching question: Can a woman forget her sucking child? . . . yea, they may forget, yet will I [God] not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands (49:15-26). The Lord has actually etched us into Himself.

As we complete the reading of Jeremiah we are reminded of the contrast between the false shepherds who caused  the people of God to go astray (Jer. 50:6) and the Lord who is my Shepherd. . . . Surely goodness andmercy shall follow me (Psalm 23).

Congratulations, we’re at a milestone in the life of the Bible-reading Believer. The next few days cover the writings of the Minor Prophets and complete the reading of the Old Testament!  

To our faithful readers,

What a thrill to read the Gospels, the “Good News”, of Jesus; His “first-hand” story, written by the men that lived and walked with Him throughout every day of His three-year ministry.

.

What a precious climax to the Book of Luke as the “beloved physician” relates the crucifixion of our Savior. After watching a hostile crowd treat Jesus in such a cruel way, neither the apostles, nor the women in Chapter 24 expected such a glorious experience on that resurrection morning.

As we read we’re traveling through the Bible, just like the Isrealites. We’ve already left Egypt (Exodus) and are on the way to the Promised Land. We are now into the Book of Numbers which gets it’s name from the two census or “numberings” of the people recorded in Chapters 1 and 26. 

The Book of I Samuel forms a bridge between the account of the Judges and the beginning of David and his kingdom. It covers the lives of three men, Samuel, Saul, and David. However, one of the outstanding verses instructs us: turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart (I Sam. 12:20). 

Can you believe that we’re “halfway”? Yes, we’re halfway through the year 2010 and within the week we will have read “halfway” through the Bible. Psalm 118 is officially noted as being the very center of The Book!  Yeah!! It reminds me of that old Gospel Hymn – “No turning back, no turning back.”

Our Bible reading this week is some of the most beautiful and inspiring in the Scriptures. God reveals Himself as infinite Creator of the universe and a loving father who meets the needs of His children. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. . . . He is my refuge and my fortress (91:1-2).

It is “Summertime” and the old song reminds us “The living is easy.” But as we read the Book of Proverbs over the next seven days we realize  that all living according to the Inspired Word of God in obedience to His will is not only easy but truly a joy.

We’re in the Book of Isaiah! Did you ever think reading the five books of the Major Prophets could be exciting? Well, it is! Look how he begins: Do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow (1:17-18). WOW!

Reading the Book of Isaiah is so powerful! He begins this week with the soul-searching question: Can a woman forget her sucking child? . . . yea, they may forget, yet will I [God] not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands (49:15-26). The Lord has actually etched us into Himself.

As we complete the reading of Jeremiah we are reminded of the contrast between the false shepherds who caused  the people of God to go astray (Jer. 50:6) and the Lord who is my Shepherd. . . . Surely goodness andmercy shall follow me (Psalm 23).

Congratulations, we’re at a milestone in the life of the Bible-reading Believer. The next few days cover the writings of the Minor Prophets and complete the reading of the Old Testament!  

To our faithful readers,

What a thrill to read the Gospels, the “Good News”, of Jesus; His “first-hand” story, written by the men that lived and walked with Him throughout every day of His three-year ministry.

.

What a precious climax to the Book of Luke as the “beloved physician” relates the crucifixion of our Savior. After watching a hostile crowd treat Jesus in such a cruel way, neither the apostles, nor the women in Chapter 24 expected such a glorious experience on that resurrection morning.

As we read we’re traveling through the Bible, just like the Isrealites. We’ve already left Egypt (Exodus) and are on the way to the Promised Land. We are now into the Book of Numbers which gets it’s name from the two census or “numberings” of the people recorded in Chapters 1 and 26. 

The Book of I Samuel forms a bridge between the account of the Judges and the beginning of David and his kingdom. It covers the lives of three men, Samuel, Saul, and David. However, one of the outstanding verses instructs us: turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart (I Sam. 12:20). 

Our Bible reading this week is some of the most beautiful and inspiring in the Scriptures. God reveals Himself as infinite Creator of the universe and a loving father who meets the needs of His children. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. . . . He is my refuge and my fortress (91:1-2).

We’re in the Book of Isaiah! Did you ever think reading the five books of the Major Prophets could be exciting? Well, it is! Look how he begins: Do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow (1:17-18). WOW!

As we complete the reading of Jeremiah we are reminded of the contrast between the false shepherds who caused  the people of God to go astray (Jer. 50:6) and the Lord who is my Shepherd. . . . Surely goodness andmercy shall follow me (Psalm 23).

The Book of I Samuel forms a bridge between the account of the Judges and the beginning of David and his kingdom. It covers the lives of three men, Samuel, Saul, and David. However, one of the outstanding verses instructs us: turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart (I Sam. 12:20). 

The Book of II Kings emphasizes the personal choice of each of the leaders of the two nations, whether they were for or against God the Father. Each individual can be used as a learning lesson in our own life, showing us how to eliminate pitfalls in our walk with the Lord. 

What a precious climax to the Book of Luke as the “beloved physician” relates the crucifixion of our Savior. After watching a hostile crowd treat Jesus in such a cruel way, neither the apostles, nor the women in Chapter 24 expected such a glorious experience on that resurrection morning.

This week we continue to read about Job. God said: that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil (1:1). From Job we learn that good people suffer, innocent people die, children go hungry, and life can be very unfair.

We’re told in the Bible that there is a time for everything. But, it seems nearly impossible that it is time for this year to be coming to an end. Yet, the reading for the last month of 2010 has already begun.

The Book of I Samuel forms a bridge between the account of the Judges and the beginning of David and his kingdom. It covers the lives of three men, Samuel, Saul, and David. However, one of the outstanding verses instructs us: turn not aside from following the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart (I Sam. 12:20). 

The forty year reign of King Solomon ends with Sunday’s reading. Within days following Solomon’s death the nation splits into the northern and southern kingdoms. The divinely ordained historical events experienced by these people, chosen by God as His, continues as we read carefully to be able to understand and learn from their victories and failures.

Reading the Book of Isaiah is so powerful! He begins this week with the soul-searching question: Can a woman forget her sucking child? . . . yea, they may forget, yet will I [God] not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands (49:15-26). The Lord has actually etched us into Himself.

Congratulations, we’re at a milestone in the life of the Bible-reading Believer. The next few days cover the writings of the Minor Prophets and complete the reading of the Old Testament!  

As we read we’re traveling through the Bible, just like the Isrealites. We’ve already left Egypt (Exodus) and are on the way to the Promised Land. We are now into the Book of Numbers which gets it’s name from the two census or “numberings” of the people recorded in Chapters 1 and 26. 

As we come to the conclusion of the Book of I Kings we realize that the theme of this book is about the need of wholehearted devotion to the One True God. We read: The people … fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord, He is the God; the Lord, He is the God (18:39). 

The Book of II Kings emphasizes the personal choice of each of the leaders of the two nations, whether they were for or against God the Father. Each individual can be used as a learning lesson in our own life, showing us how to eliminate pitfalls in our walk with the Lord. 

This week we continue to read about Job. God said: that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil (1:1). From Job we learn that good people suffer, innocent people die, children go hungry, and life can be very unfair.

How exciting to realize we have completed reading three-fourths of the entire Bible. Yes, October brings us not only to the last quarter of Scripture, but also into the New Testament portion of the Word of God. 

The Apostle Paul not only wrote I must also see Rome (Acts 19:21), but was told by the Lord so must thou bear witness also at Rome (23:11). Many theologians have called The Book of Romans Paul’s masterpiece. It is a systematic outline of the Christian faith. As you read you will find out that the first 11 chapters explain all that God has done and the last 5 chapters explain His remarkable offer of mercy and grace.

If you listen to the Christian News you have probably heard some of the controversy over displaying the Ten Commandments in public places. This week’s reading covers the time when God first wrote the Ten Commandments, with His finger, on stone and gave them to Moses. You will see how and why Moses became so angry he threw the stone tablets down, breaking them! 

As we complete the reading of Jeremiah we are reminded of the contrast between the false shepherds who caused  the people of God to go astray (Jer. 50:6) and the Lord who is my Shepherd. . . . Surely goodness andmercy shall follow me (Psalm 23).

The forty year reign of King Solomon ends with Sunday’s reading. Within days following Solomon’s death the nation splits into the northern and southern kingdoms. The divinely ordained historical events experienced by these people, chosen by God as His, continues as we read carefully to be able to understand and learn from their victories and failures.

Can you believe that we’re “halfway”? Yes, we’re halfway through the year 2010 and within the week we will have read “halfway” through the Bible. Psalm 118 is officially noted as being the very center of The Book!  Yeah!! It reminds me of that old Gospel Hymn – “No turning back, no turning back.”

Our Bible reading this week is some of the most beautiful and inspiring in the Scriptures. God reveals Himself as infinite Creator of the universe and a loving father who meets the needs of His children. He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. . . . He is my refuge and my fortress (91:1-2).

It is “Summertime” and the old song reminds us “The living is easy.” But as we read the Book of Proverbs over the next seven days we realize  that all living according to the Inspired Word of God in obedience to His will is not only easy but truly a joy.

We’re in the Book of Isaiah! Did you ever think reading the five books of the Major Prophets could be exciting? Well, it is! Look how he begins: Do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be white as snow (1:17-18). WOW!

Reading the Book of Isaiah is so powerful! He begins this week with the soul-searching question: Can a woman forget her sucking child? . . . yea, they may forget, yet will I [God] not forget thee. Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands (49:15-26). The Lord has actually etched us into Himself.

As we complete the reading of Jeremiah we are reminded of the contrast between the false shepherds who caused  the people of God to go astray (Jer. 50:6) and the Lord who is my Shepherd. . . . Surely goodness andmercy shall follow me (Psalm 23).

Congratulations, we’re at a milestone in the life of the Bible-reading Believer. The next few days cover the writings of the Minor Prophets and complete the reading of the Old Testament!  

To our faithful readers,

What a thrill to read the Gospels, the “Good News”, of Jesus; His “first-hand” story, written by the men that lived and walked with Him throughout every day of His three-year ministry.

.

We’re told in the Bible that there is a time for everything. But, it seems nearly impossible that it is time for this year to be coming to an end. Yet, the reading for the last month of 2010 has already begun.

As we read we’re traveling through the Bible, just like the Isrealites. We’ve already left Egypt (Exodus) and are on the way to the Promised Land. We are now into the Book of Numbers which gets it’s name from the two census or “numberings” of the people recorded in Chapters 1 and 26. 

As we come to the conclusion of the Book of I Kings we realize that the theme of this book is about the need of wholehearted devotion to the One True God. We read: The people … fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord, He is the God; the Lord, He is the God (18:39). 

The Book of II Kings emphasizes the personal choice of each of the leaders of the two nations, whether they were for or against God the Father. Each individual can be used as a learning lesson in our own life, showing us how to eliminate pitfalls in our walk with the Lord. 

As we read the Books of I & II Chronicles we see the journey of how God’s people come to love and worship Him. 

This week we continue to read about Job. God said: that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil (1:1). From Job we learn that good people suffer, innocent people die, children go hungry, and life can be very unfair.

The path of our daily Bible reading continues through the Books of the Major Prophets. We've read Isaiah, Jeremiah, and now, Ezekiel. They are referred to as "Major" because of their size, while the books that follow are referred to as the "Minor Prophets," again, because of their size. 

As we complete the reading of the Old Testament this month we are reminded by the Lord through each of the prophet’s writings that we should seek good, and not evil, that ye may live (Amos 5:14). The message is repeated over and over: He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God (Micah 6:8).

The Gospels are especially exciting as they give us the earthly history of our Lord and Savior. They uniquely differ as the individual writers describe the events as they saw them. Matthew was written to a Jewish audience. Mark presented Jesus as a Servant. Luke presents Jesus to the Gentiles as the Savior of all mankind. John was written to show the world that Jesus is Divine, the Son of God.

This week we experience one of the most beautiful “reads” of the Bible – The Gospel of John, the “Good News of Jesus.” Did you know that “Gospel” means “Good News” in Greek? 

The Apostle Paul not only wrote I must also see Rome (Acts 19:21), but was told by the Lord so must thou bear witness also at Rome (23:11). Many theologians have called The Book of Romans Paul’s masterpiece. It is a systematic outline of the Christian faith. As you read you will find out that the first 11 chapters explain all that God has done and the last 5 chapters explain His remarkable offer of mercy and grace.

If you listen to the Christian News you have probably heard some of the controversy over displaying the Ten Commandments in public places. This week’s reading covers the time when God first wrote the Ten Commandments, with His finger, on stone and gave them to Moses. You will see how and why Moses became so angry he threw the stone tablets down, breaking them!