VII.We could make a list of the “facts” Paul calls to the attention of the Christians in Corinth. Well, maybe that would be a good way for us to begin today. What does Paul’s list of “facts” look like? What … Continue reading
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IV.In the last post I asked (as I often do) what, in this passage, captured your attention the most. Today, I want to offer a different question to guide us into this Scripture. As you spend time with the passage, … Continue reading
I.Last week our focus was on Ascension Day and this week we jump ahead 10 days to the Day of Pentecost. There is a lot happening in this Scripture passage and I confess I am challenged to select a focus. … Continue reading
VII.As we return to this passage, I invite you to notice Jesus has been with the disciples “during forty days” after the resurrection; he tells them to “wait … for the promise of the Father … the Holy Spirit;” and … Continue reading
VII.What is obscure in most of our English translations of the exchange between Peter and Jesus is the use of two different words for love. In the reading below I will insert the Greek words used and then let’s consider … Continue reading
VII.As you read (… and rest in … and … meditate on … ) this passage again, pay close attention to Jesus. What does he do? What does he say? Who does he interact with? Why is he here with … Continue reading
IV.Our friend Peter hangs out a sign, “Gone Fishing,” heads off to a favorite fishing spot and some friends go with him. As you spend time reading about their fishing trip, think about what this might tell you about Peter’s … Continue reading
VII.The editors of the International Sunday School Lessons in selecting this focus passage ended with what is recorded as verse 31. I would like to continue on for a few sentences. As you spend time with the passage, I encourage … Continue reading
IV.We have two walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus when an unknown stranger joins them. As they begin to talk, they are amazed that this person is so clueless about what has happened in Jerusalem. As the conversation continues their new … Continue reading
I.On the day of the resurrection of Jesus we read of two followers of Jesus talking with one another as they are on their way home from Jerusalem. As you read this passage, pay attention to their conversation with the … Continue reading