I.There is a lot to take in, so let’s begin by reading the passage slowly, pausing often (maybe after every phrase or sentence) so we can picture all the Gospel writer wants us to notice. II.Luke 5:17-26 (NRSVue) One day … Continue reading
VII.Let’s return to this Gospel’s account of the women’s first experience of resurrection. While the Gospel of Mark ends with a lot unsaid about resurrection, what does it say about resurrection? VIII.Mark 16:1-8 (NRSVue) When the Sabbath was over, Mary … Continue reading
IV.Returning to our focus passage for this week, notice all the words that describe what the women had done, were prepared to do and the emotions provoked by what they found and heard. V.Mark 16:1-8 (NRSVue) When the Sabbath was … Continue reading
I.This post goes out on Monday of Holy Week. This week we will spend time with the Gospel of Mark’s account of the dawning of Resurrection Sunday. Before we turn our attention to this passage, take a few moments to … Continue reading
VII.As you return to this passage today, pay attention to how some people countered Stephen’s speaking to them. VIII.Acts 6:7-15 (NRSVue) The word of God continued to spread; the number of the disciples increased greatly in Jerusalem, and a great … Continue reading
V.Did you notice, “… they could not withstand the wisdom and the Spirit with which he spoke.” Hold that thought in mind as your return to this passage and read it once again. V.Acts 6:7-15 (NRSVue) The word of God … Continue reading
I.We turn our attention this week to Stephen (both his actions and words) and the reactions some had to him. First, let’s see what we know about Stephen. You may want to review the Acts 6:1-6 where we learn a … Continue reading
VII.Do you think I ended the last post with a fair question? “Where do we stand? Is our focus drawn to the outward or the inward?“ As you spend time with this Scripture passage today, notice how it speaks of … Continue reading
IV.Today let’s focus on two things in this passage. First, it is written to “Those who love life and to see good days…” I wonder how many self-help books and seminars have promised to help folk get on top of … Continue reading
I.As we begin our reading and meditating with this Scripture, take time to read it slowly taking in the description of the “the good life.” Might we call it the lifestyle of a disciple of Jesus? II.1 Peter 3:8-17 (NRSVue) … Continue reading