September 29, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
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… (more…)
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September 27, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
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 lay anything heavy or ill fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and light.”
Acts 16:
After reading about Paul and Silas praising God and singing at midnight while wearing leg irons in prison, this thought occurs to me. Praising God in the midst of your troubles not only gives you joy and honors God, but it also is a witness to those around you. The other prisoners heard and the jailer knew these men had something he wanted.
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September 26, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
Yes, I read the assigned chapters today. They were good, but nothing in particular stood out for me.
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September 25, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
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 how we should live. (more…)
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September 24, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
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. (more…)
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September 23, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
(from The Message paraphrase)
Observations from Matthew 3-4:
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September 22, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
I decided to read from The Message paraphrase of the New Testament because I’m very familiar already with the NIV. (more…)
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September 21, 2008 by Karen of Scottsdale
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 the entire New Testament many times in the past. This time however I want something more. God’s Word is alive and I want to be (more…)
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