OK, before I get too far in this post let me explain about the New Testament challenge posts you haven’t seen. I’ve decided that while I am continuing to read the chapters each day, I won’t be blogging about it unless there’s something special I want to say.
Now on to something else…
From Matthew 11:
Jesus said: “Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me — watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t [...]
Yes, I read the assigned chapters today. They were good, but nothing in particular stood out for me.
As I read today’s chapters I noted the following:
Jesus said, “These words I speak to you are not incidental additions to your life, homeowner improvements to your standard of living. They are foundational words words to build a life on.” How true it is! Chapter 7 of Matthew is definitely full of wise directives on [...]
Observations from Matthew 5-6: there was a lot here in these two chapters from Jesus’ sermon on the Mount. The following verses really stood out to me today.
(from The Message paraphrase)
Observations from Matthew 3-4:
Jesus is baptized by John and then he gets tested by Satan. Prior to being tested Jesus fasted and prayed for 40 days. He was very hungry but he told Satan “It takes more than bread to stay alive. It takes a steady stream of words from God’s mouth.”
I decided to read from The Message paraphrase of the New Testament because I’m very familiar already with the NIV.
Today at E3 many of us decided to enter the New Testament challenge. During the next 63 days we will read through the entire New Testament. The purpose of this is not to win favor with God or check off something on the list. Rather, it’s for spiritual growth and renewal. I have read through [...]
