Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 19, Psalm 56-57, Isaiah 8, James 2
Numbers 19: God commands a purification ritual using a red cow's ashes and water to cleanse those defiled by contact with death.
Psalms 56–57: David expresses trust in God’s protection amid danger, praising Him for deliverance from enemies and for His steadfast love.
Isaiah 8: Isaiah prophesies the Assyrian invasion and urges Judah to fear the Lord alone, warning of spiritual darkness for those who reject God's word.
James 2: James condemns favoritism and teaches that genuine faith must be proven by actions, for faith without works is dead.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 17-18, Psalm 55, Isaiah 7, James 1
Numbers 17–18: God confirms Aaron’s priesthood through a miraculous sign, then outlines the responsibilities and provisions for priests and Levites, emphasizing their role in guarding sacred duties.
Psalm 55: David cries out to God after being betrayed by a close companion, expressing deep anguish but placing his trust in the Lord for deliverance.
Isaiah 7: God sends Isaiah to reassure King Ahaz amid military threats, declaring that a virgin will bear a son called Immanuel as a sign of divine presence and judgment.
James 1: James urges believers to endure trials with joy, seek wisdom, obey God’s word, and live out true religion through purity, compassion, and self-control.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 16, Psalm 52-54, Isaiah 6, Hebrews 13
Numbers 16: Korah and other leaders rebel against Moses and Aaron, but God judges them with the earth opening and a plague that only stops when Aaron makes atonement.
Psalms 52–54: David declares God’s judgment on the wicked, laments the folly of sinners, and prays for deliverance from enemies with confidence in God's faithfulness.
Isaiah 6: Isaiah sees a vision of God’s glory in the temple, receives cleansing, and is commissioned to proclaim a message of judgment to a hardened people.
Hebrews 13: Believers are exhorted to live with love, contentment, and faith, honoring Christ through obedience, praise, and submission to godly leadership.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 15, Psalm 51, Isaiah 5, Hebrews 12
Numbers 15: God gives Israel instructions for offerings, addresses sins committed unintentionally and defiantly, and commands tassels as reminders to obey His laws.
Psalm 51: David pleads with God for mercy, confessing his sin and asking for a clean heart and renewed spirit after his failure.
Isaiah 5: God compares Israel to a vineyard that produced bad fruit, condemns widespread injustice and corruption, and warns of devastating judgment.
Hebrews 12: Believers are called to endure hardship as discipline, to pursue holiness, and to remain steadfast, remembering that they are receiving an unshakable kingdom.
Published by bboydComments Off on Faith Works: How James Calls Us to Love Without Distinctions
In this episode of Sermon Notes, Amy-Jo Girardier and Brentwood Baptist’s senior pastor Jay Strother dive deep into James Chapter 2 and explore the themes of authentic faith in action. Together, they unpack the dangers of favoritism in the early church, revealing how James challenges believers to “be real” and love their neighbors without partiality—drawing fresh analogies from social media and real-life encounters.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 14, Psalm 50, Isaiah 3‐4, Hebrews 11
Numbers 14: Israel refuses to enter Canaan, faces God's judgment, and is condemned to wander the wilderness for forty years while Caleb and Joshua are preserved.
Psalm 50: God declares Himself the righteous Judge, rejecting empty ritual and calling His people to sincere worship and obedience.
Isaiah 3–4: God warns of judgment against corrupt leaders and prideful women in Jerusalem but promises future restoration and glory for the faithful remnant.
Hebrews 11: The chapter celebrates heroes of faith who trusted God's promises despite suffering, looking forward to a better heavenly country.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 12-13, Psalm 49, Isaiah 2, Hebrews 10
Numbers 12–13: Miriam and Aaron challenge Moses' authority and face God's judgment, while Israel scouts Canaan but responds with fear and disbelief despite Caleb’s bold encouragement.
Psalm 49: The psalmist warns against trusting in wealth, emphasizing that riches cannot save from death and true hope is found in God alone.
Isaiah 2: Isaiah prophesies a future where nations seek God's instruction and peace reigns, but also warns of coming judgment against human pride and idolatry.
Hebrews 10: Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice replaces the old covenant offerings, calling believers to perseverance, community, and unwavering faith as they await His return.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 11, Psalm 48, Isaiah 1, Hebrews 9
Numbers 11: The Israelites complain about their hardships and lack of meat, leading Moses to despair; God responds by appointing seventy elders to help Moses and by sending quail — but also punishes the people's greed with a plague.
Psalm 48: Mount Zion is celebrated as the city of God, a fortress of His faithful love and justice, where future generations can behold His greatness.
Isaiah 1: God, through Isaiah, confronts Judah’s rebellion, calls for genuine repentance, and promises restoration for the repentant but judgment for the rebellious.
Hebrews 9: Christ, as the High Priest, offers His own blood to secure eternal redemption, establishing a new and superior covenant that cleanses the conscience and brings true access to God.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 10, Psalm 46-47, Song of Solomon 8, Hebrews 8
Numbers 10: God instructs Moses to make two silver trumpets for directing the people, and the Israelites set out from Sinai, following the Lord's command.
Psalm 46–47: God is our mighty refuge and exalted King, reigning over all nations and bringing peace to the earth.
Song of Solomon 8: The woman expresses her deep and enduring love, celebrating the power and permanence of true love.
Hebrews 8: Jesus serves as the high priest of a better covenant, written on hearts, replacing the old covenant with a new and lasting promise.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 9, Psalm 45, Song of Solomon 7, Hebrews 7
Numbers 9: God establishes the second Passover, providing grace for the unclean and distant, and the Israelites learn to move and stay according to the cloud of the Lord.
Psalm 45: A royal wedding song celebrates the king’s majesty, righteousness, and the beauty and honor of his bride.
Song of Solomon 7: The man delights in the beauty and love of the woman, and she invites him to enjoy the fullness of their love together.
Hebrews 7: Jesus, like Melchizedek, is the eternal high priest who secures a better covenant and saves completely those who come to God through him.
Published by bboydComments Off on Numbers 8, Psalm 44, Song of Solomon 6, Hebrews 6
Numbers 8: Aaron sets up the lampstand, and the Levites are purified, set apart, and given their roles in the service of the tent of meeting.
Psalm 44: Israel recalls God's past victories but laments their present suffering, crying out for God’s help and faithful love to redeem them.
Song of Solomon 6: The woman declares her belonging to her beloved, and he praises her unique beauty and noble character.
Hebrews 6: Believers are warned to pursue maturity in faith, to cling to the hope of God's promises, and to trust in Jesus as the anchor of the soul.
