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Monthly Archives: October 2012
Enough for Now
After some thought and prayer, I’ve decided not to move on to another book of the Bible on this blog right away. I do plan to continue my slow journey through the Bible, but for now I need to keep … Continue reading
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He is Risen Indeed! – Matthew 28:1-20
Every time I think of Jesus’ resurrection, I get all happy inside and wish I knew how to play the trumpet so I could do a little fanfare. This is such good news people! Jesus is alive! I’ve been writing … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Matthew 22-28
Tagged false report of the guard, great commission, King Jesus, resurrection
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Waiting – Matthew 27:55-66
This passage is short and I didn’t have much to say about it because I wanted to think about everything that just happened the day before and to sit in the emotions that the disciples and particularly the women who followed … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Matthew 22-28
Tagged guarding the tomb, Jesus is buried, women followed Jesus
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Death of a Savior – Matthew 27:26-54
Read Psalm 22 before you read this section! V26 – I never got this. If Pilate really thought Jesus was innocent, why did he have Him whipped? V27-31 – It’s like the soldiers were putting on a show with Jesus … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Matthew 22-28
Tagged Jesus is condemned, King Jesus, the crucifixion, the death of Jesus
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How to Be a Bad Friend – Matthew 26:47-75
Jesus’ love for humanity proves unshakeable when His best friends desert Him when He needs them most. It’s one thing to love your enemies, but it’s a whole ‘nother can of worms to love a friend who turns their back … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Matthew 22-28
Tagged Jesus' trial, judas betrays Jesus, Peter denies Jesus, submit to God, the gospel
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Dinner and Infinite Sadness – Matthew 26:20-46
There’s a lot I don’t understand about human free will/decisions and being “fated” to do the will of God that this chapter brings up. Were these extenuating circumstances because of the importance of the fulfillment of Scriptures or is this how God’s … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Matthew 22-28
Tagged betrayal, communion, Gethsemane, God's plan, God's sovereignty, last supper, prayer
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The Plan – Matthew 26:1-19
We’re getting down to the end of the story here, folks! Does anyone have any thoughts or requests for the next book of the Bible we go through? V2 – This is the 4th time Jesus has told them He’s … Continue reading
What Do Homeless People, Immigrants, and Jailed Criminals Have in Common? – Matthew 25:31-46
Answer: Those taking care of their needs are the ones who get into Heaven. (Bet you didn’t think that’s what I was going to say!) BTW, that’s not all you have to do to get in to Heaven, but we’ll discuss … Continue reading
A Christian Is Always Prepared – Matthew 25:1-30
Boyscouts aren’t the only ones who should be prepared… V1 – I’ve been including a lot of the notes from my ESV lately because this section is so tricky, and it is helpful to get a little bit of historical background. … Continue reading
Knocking Until It Opens 