Author: Jon

Readings John 11 John 12:9-11 Romans 8:9-11 Prayer Pray… in thankfulness that Jesus has the power over death – and that in him we too will rise to eternal life. Day 295 – Jesus’ Raising of Lazarus Jesus raises Lazarus & the Pharisees plot Jesus’ death Note – the “Lazarus” in today’s passage isn’t the…

Readings Luke 17 Proverbs 24:16 Psalm 50:22-231 Prayer Pray… for a chance to be a “servant” this week. That means a chance to serve (even if it’s just at home) without expecting any thanks or payment. Day 294 – Jesus’ Teachings on Forgiveness Jesus teaches on forgiveness & heals 10 lepers   Start today’s session…

Readings Luke 16 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 Deuteronomy 15:7-11 Prayer Pray… for opportunities to help serve and love others – and to act on those opportunities! Day 293 – Jesus’ Stories about Riches & Wisdom The unjust steward, the rich man, & Lazarus   The parables in Luke coming coming thick and fast, don’t they? The…

Readings Luke 15 Jeremiah 50:6 Psalm 119:174-176 Prayer Pray… a prayer of pure thankfulness, that wherever we are, we are never too far that God will not welcome us back. Day 292 – Jesus’ Seeking of the Lost Seeking for people like seeking for sheep, coins, & a prodigal son   I don’t know about…

 Readings None… unless you need to catch up! Prayer Pray… for something that is on your mind today. Day 291 – Day Off     As we continue reading through the New Testament, I hope you’re gaining much from the deep dive we’re able to enjoy into the teaching of Jesus. It’s interesting just how…

Readings Luke 14 Proverbs 11:2 Proverbs 25:6-7 Prayer Pray… for a humble attitude that puts God in first place – and others in second. We are third! Day 290 – Jesus’ Teachings at a Sabbath Meal The parable of the supper, pride, & humility   Today’s engaging readings give us great insight into Jesus’ counter-cultural…

Readings Luke 13:6-35 Mark 11:12-14 Hosea 9:10 Prayer Pray… for help in your Christian life, in the knowledge that “entering in through the narrow gate” is rewarding but hard. Day 289 – Jesus’ Teachings on Israel The parable of the fig tree (i.e. Israel) & healing a crippled woman   The brief parable of the…

Readings Luke 12 1 Timothy 6:6-19 Philippians 4:10-19 Prayer Pray… for your eyes to be fully opened to the danger of the riches that you have, so that they can be a way of bringing blessing to others rather than as a snare to take you away from the gospel. Day 288 – Jesus’ Stories…

Readings Luke 11:1-13 Matthew 6:5-14 John 15:5-8 Prayer Pray… for help in praying well! We’ll be looking at the topic of prayer today. Day 287 – Jesus’ Teachings on Prayer The Lord’s Prayer, the persistent friend, & God the Father   Prayer is a wonderful gift. Just think for a minute what we do when…

Readings John 10 Ezekiel 34 Isaiah 40:9-11 Prayer Pray… that with all the anti-Christian rhetoric around today, that people will truly come to see Jesus as “good”, and be drawn to his saving gospel message. Day 286 – Jesus’ Ministry as the Good Shepherd Jesus the Good Shepherd & His sheep   It’s farmer caps…