Archive for the ‘John’ Category

Genesis 23, 24 [audio]
Abraham buries Sarah and provides a wife for Isaac.

Matthew 8
Jesus heals. . .

In case you’re just getting started with the Bible readings, I couldn’t resist including a “summary” of what Chuck Missler taught about Genesis’ chapter 5. Watch this:

The Meaning and Order of Names = Code

Interesting, huh? Please comment.

Tonight we’re reading Matthew 2. [audio] and here’s an interesting take on that:

This morning, I woke up hours beyond my usual time for 5:00 prayer and devotional, but the spiritual connection I needed was waiting for me. I’m very grateful for the innovations in communication like blogs and Twitter and Godtube. Some of the discussions I’m finding are going to make this so enjoyable.

If you’re checking this out today, Welcome! We continue with Genesis 3, 4, 5 [audio] in the Old Testament this morning.

Teaching on Chapter 5 -Part 1

Teaching on Chapter 5 -Part 2

Tonight we will read Matthew 2. [audio]

The miracles continue today in the final 6 chapters of John and the first 6 chapters of Acts. Try to pick out a passage that has particular meaning and emphasis for you, especially if it holds promise. And remember, it is the Spirit that gives life.

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John 16 – Acts 6

John16 Text | Audio Bible

John
Chapter 16 – About the Holy Spirit
Chapter 17 – Jesus Prays: for Himself, for His Disciples, for All Believers
Chapter 18 – The Arrest  and Questioning of Jesus
Chapter 19 – The Sentencing, Crucifixion, Death, and Burial of Jesus
Chapter 20 – The Resurrection and Appearances of Jesus
Chapter 21 – Jesus and the Catch of Fish

Acts
Chapter 1 – Jesus Ascends to Heaven
Chapter 2 – Pentecost: The Holy Spirit Comes
Chapter 3 – Crippled Beggar Healed by Disciples
Chapter 4 – Peter and John Threatened
Chapter 5 – Persecution Increases Against the Apostles
Chapter 6 – Seven Are Chosen to Manage

Today is very special.

First, it is Labor Day, a legal holiday here in the United States. A time when workers are acknowledged for their contribution to the nation’s productivity.

Second, it marks the final preparation for back-to-school routines.

And third, it is the first day of not one, but two new months – the 1st of September on the Gregorian calendar, and the 1st of Elul on the Hebraic calendar (God’s timepiece).

The month of Elul signifies a period of manifest grace and favor. The key, however, is worship, and the book of John is filled with miracles. Catch the spirit as you move through it and into Acts this week.

Continue with 10 chapters. Here are the quick-start links for

John, Chapters 6-15

John 6 Text | Audio Bible

Chapter 6 – The 5,000, Jesus the Bread of Life
Chapter 7 – Jesus Teaches at the Feast of Tabernacles

Chapter 8 – Children of Abraham or of the Devil
Chapter 9 – Healing of a Man Born Blind
Chapter 10 – The Shepherd, His Flock, Unbelievers
Chapter 11 – The Death and Resurrection of Lazarus
Chapter 12 – Jesus’ Triumphal Entry, Predicts His Death
Chapter 13 – The Master Washes His Disciples’ Feet
Chapter 14 – Jesus: Way to the Father, Holy Spirit Promised
Chapter 15 – The Vine and His Branches, the World’s Hatred

This 8th reading falls on the final day of the 8th month in 2008, and it begins week two of reading the New Testament in 21 days. There are nine chapters covering Luke 21 – John 5.

Be blessed:

Luke21 Text | Audio Bible

Luke
Chapter 21 – Sacrificial Giving, The End of the Age
Chapter 22 – The Last Supper, the Arrest of Jesus and His Trial
Chapter 23 – The Crucifixion of Jesus, His Death and Burial
Chapter 24 – The Resurrection of Jesus, His Appearances to the Disciples, His Ascension

John
Chapter 1 – The Living Word, Jesus-the Lamb of God, Jesus’ First Disciples
Chapter 2 – The Miracle of Water to Wine, Clearing of the Temple
Chapter 3 – Re-birth
Chapter 4 – Jesus at the Well and in Samaria
Chapter 5 – Healing on the Sabbath – The Pool at Bethesda