IV.In the Gospel of Luke we are presented three parables in sequence – “The Parable of the Lost Sheep,” (Luke 15:1-7); “The Parable of the Lost Coin,” (Luke 15:8-10); then in Luke 15:11-32 the parable we are considering this week. … Continue reading
I.We know this story by its usual name, “The Parable of the Prodigal Son.” How well does that fit the story? Does it do justice to who is presented? To what each experiences? To Jesus’ intent in telling the story? … Continue reading
VII.Let’s take notice of – Once you were not a people, but now you are God’s people;once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. Let those words open this passage for you, and hear how God’s people are … Continue reading
IV.Did you notice we are told to “Rid ourselves … of … so that you may grow into salvation …” As you spend time with this passage again, notice what we should “rid ourselves of …” What clues does this … Continue reading
I.Peter covers a lot of ground in this brief passage. As we begin our meditation on these words, let’s first notice the image of “a cornerstone.” What holds your attention about this stone? II.1 Peter 2:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version … Continue reading
VII.Why does James speak against “showing partiality” so strongly? I sense James wants to mount a strong campaign against such behavior. Do you get that sense from these paragraphs? As you read these words, take notice of the support he … Continue reading
IV.As you meditate on these words of James, notice again the examples he gives of “showing partiality.” See if you can imagine what it looks like for such “partiality” to be exhibited in a Christian fellowship. V.James 2:1-12 (New Revised … Continue reading
I.“… do not claim the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ while …” I wonder how many times this (or something very similar) might have been said to someone when their orthodoxy was being questioned? In these words from the … Continue reading
VII.As you return to Paul’s words to Timothy take time to notice how Paul encourages Timothy. What does Paul write that you would count as encouragement to Timothy? VIII.2 Timothy 1:3-14 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition) I am grateful … Continue reading
IV.Paul calls on Timothy to remember with him Timothy’s “sincere faith,” his “gift” and the “laying on of my hands.” As you return to these words, consider if they provoke any memories for you. V.2 Timothy 1:3-14 (New Revised Standard … Continue reading