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One Year Bible Notes
March 13
Twisted As I was reading today, I was struck by Luke’s deep concern for Theophilus—he wanted him to be absolutely certain of the truth he had been taught. In Luke 1:4, he writes, ‘that you may have certainty concerning the things you have been taught.’ This...
March 12
The resurrection is not just one element in the Christian story; it’s not just one feature of Christianity--it is the main event. The resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave is the greatest event in history. It is the major moment, the major reality in redemption....
March 11
Same o' same o' And those who passed by derided him, wagging their heads and saying, “Aha! You who would destroy the temple and rebuild it in three days, ~ Mark 15:29 ESV The passersby repeated the false charge made during Jesus' trial before Caiaphas (Mark...
March 10
Maliciously Garbling and Misrepresenting Jesus And some stood up and bore false witness against him, saying, ~ Mark 14:57 ESV Many people lied about him, but their stories didn’t match. Then some stood up and falsely accused him, saying, “We heard him say, ‘I will...
March 9
Why do you boast of evil, O mighty man? The steadfast love of God endures all the day. Your tongue plots destruction, like a sharp razor, you worker of deceit. You love evil more than good, and lying more than speaking what is right. You love all words that devour,...
March 8
Some will wish they'd 'Never Been Born' It would have been better for that man if he had not been born. ~ Mark 14:21 ESV The reason for this is the immense suffering that Judas will endure in hell, which is unparalleled. The harshest penalties are designated...
March 7
Stay Awake For false christs and false prophets will arise and perform signs and wonders, to lead astray, if possible, the elect. But be on guard; I have told you all things beforehand. ~ Mark 13:22-23 ESV In today's Bible reading, Mark 13:14-37, we encounter a...
March 6
Extortion Jesus said, “Beware of the scribes, who like to walk around in long robes and like greetings in the marketplaces and have the best seats in the synagogues and the places of honor at feasts, who devour widows' houses and for a pretense make long...
March 5
You don't know the Bible In Mark 12:24, Jesus responds to the Sadducees, who were questioning Him about the resurrection, by saying: "Are you not in error because you do not know the Scriptures or the power of God?" (NIV) Jesus emphasized to the Sadducees the...
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