April 21 | Week 16 Gospel Conversation Opportunity
GOSPEL CONVERSATION OPPORTUNITY In this week’s readings, we were reminded of the history of the Israelites. What is your spiritual heritage? Parents, spend some time...
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April 20, 2024
April 20, 2024
1 Chronicles 6; Psalms 36; 39; 77-78
1 Chronicles 6 provides a detailed genealogy of the Levites, tracing the lineage of Aaron and the priests as well as the cities and towns assigned to the various Levite families throughout the land of Israel, and describing their roles and responsibilities. Psalms 36, 39, and 77-78 delve into the contrasts of wickedness and God's love, putting trust in God, and reflections on lessons learned by Israel.
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April 20 | Remembering and Retelling
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 78 Today we’re going on a scavenger hunt. Ever been on one? We’re going to look at the list below and...
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The Transformative Power of Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School, VBS, at Brentwood Baptist is more than just a week of fun for children; it’s a profound opportunity for young hearts to...
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April 19, 2024
April 19, 2024
1 Chronicles 3-5
1 Chronicles 3-5 traces the lineages of Israel's kings and prominent figures, detailing descendants of David, Judah, Simeon, Reuben, Gad, and half the tribe of Manasseh, including their settlements, military actions, and eventual exile by the Assyrians.
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April 19 | The Faithfulness of God
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 36 What is the tallest building you have ever seen? What about the tallest mountain? As a family, do some research...
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April 18 | The Presence of God
Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 84 Do you remember what we learned about Adam and Eve in Genesis 3? (Go back and read it if you...
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April 18, 2024
April 18, 2024
Psalms 49; 84; 85; 87
Psalms 49, 84, 85, and 87 contrast the futility of trusting in wealth with the blessedness of dwelling in God's presence, pleading for the Lord to restore his favor and establish Zion as the city where all peoples find their joy.
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April 17, 2024
April 17, 2024
1 Chronicles 1-2; Psalms 43-44
In 1 Chronicles 1-2, the genealogies trace the descendants of Adam to Abraham and his sons, including Edom and Israel, providing a comprehensive account of the nation's origins. In Psalms 43-44, the psalmists cry out to God for vindication, recounting Israel's history of God's deliverance and their current state of oppression, and pleading for the Lord to rise up and redeem his people.
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April 17 | Looking Back
Today’s Reading: Read I Chronicles 1-6; Psalm 44:1-10, 17-18, 26 (Today’s reading from 1 Chronicles includes a long list of genealogy. As a family, look...
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The Making of a King: Lessons from David’s Journey to the Throne
On this episode of Sermon Notes, Jay Strother and Brian Ball embark on an enlightening journey through the biblical narrative of David.
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April 16, 2024
April 16, 2024
Psalms 6; 9; 10; 14; 16; 21
In Psalms 6, 9, 10, 14, 16, and 21, David cries out to God for mercy, deliverance, and justice, expressing confidence in the Lord's strength, sovereignty, and ability to defeat the wicked and restore his people. David praises God's righteousness, counseling, and victory, even as he laments the depravity of humanity and pleads for the Lord to rise up against oppressors.
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