VII.As you read these names, pick out a couple of persons you know something about. VIII.Matthew 1:1-17 (NRSVue) An account of the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham. Abraham was the father of … Continue reading
I.This week we will focus our attention on Saul, Jonathan, David and some dynamics in the relationship of the three. Take a few minutes to slowly read over the passage and then let me give you a template with which … Continue reading
I.With this week’s reading we come to an end of our journey with Joseph and his brothers for now. This week we read of another reunion. And this reunion goes very differently than what we read last week. I invite … Continue reading
V.Let’s review this week’s passage regarding Joseph and his family. https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=genesis%2037&version=NRSV,NABRE What do we notice? Joseph’s father (Jacob/Israel) loves Joseph more than his other sons. (37:3) Joseph’s brothers take notice of Jacob’s love for Joseph and “hate” him. Apparently they … Continue reading
I.With today’s reading we begin a new series of lessons. This month and for the next two months our theme will be “Love for One Another.” In the first four lessons we will focus on Joseph. With that theme in … Continue reading