John the Baptist is a pivotal figure in each the Gospels, calling for repentance and baptizing in the wilderness, prophesying the coming of one greater than himself who will baptize with the Holy Spirit and fire. Jesus is baptized by John, marking the beginning of his ministry, accompanied by the opening of the heavens as God proclaims Jesus His beloved Son.
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Today’s Reading: Read Matthew 3; Mark 1:1-11; Luke 3; John 1:15-34 Set a timer for 30 seconds. Challenge each member of your family to make...
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In Matthew 2, the wise men visit Jesus, bringing gifts and inadvertently alerting King Herod to His birth, prompting the holy family's escape to Egypt and fulfilling prophecies about the Messiah. Luke 2:39-52 details Jesus' childhood, highlighting his wisdom and divine awareness during a Passover visit to Jerusalem.
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Today’s Reading: Read Matthew 2:1-15; 19-23; Luke 2:39-52 Grab some paper and crayons. Challenge each member of your family to draw their best picture of...
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Matthew 1 outlines the genealogy of Jesus Christ, linking Him to David and Abraham, and describes His miraculous birth to Mary, a virgin, fulfilling ancient prophecies. Luke 1:1-2:38 details the angelic announcements of the births of John the Baptist and Jesus, their subsequent births, and the early recognitions of Jesus' messianic role through prophetic declarations and acts of worship.
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Today’s Reading: Read Matthew 1:1-23; Luke 1:1-2:38 As we read the New Testament, we will see many of the prophecies we have been reading about...
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Our church has been blessed with the opportunity to support global workers who are engaged in church planting efforts around the world. These disciples are...
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In this episode of Sermon Notes, guests Jay Strother and Brian Ball delve into the historical context of hostility from biblical times, particularly between the descendants of Esau and Jacob, and how genealogy played a pivotal role in post-exilic Judaism.
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Psalm 106 recounts the repeated failures and rebellions of the Israelites against God's commands, despite His enduring love and miraculous deeds throughout their history. John 1:4-14 describes Jesus as the life-giving light that overcomes darkness, revealing God’s grace and truth to the world through His incarnation.
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Today’s Reading: Read Psalm 106; John 1:4-14 Let’s have some fun with a “Pictionary” game! Have each person in your family think of one thing...
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In Nehemiah 11-13, Jerusalem's population is bolstered by lot, drawing one in ten Israelites to dwell in the holy city, while leaders and priests oversee its spiritual and physical reconstruction; Nehemiah implements reforms to uphold the sanctity of the Sabbath and the purity of the priesthood, ensuring Jerusalem remains faithful under renewed covenant obligations. Psalm 126 reflects the Israelites' joyous return from exile, symbolizing their hope and renewal as God restores their fortunes, turning weeping into joyous celebration.
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Today’s Reading: Read Nehemiah 11:1-4, 12:27-47; 13:1-22–; Psalm 126 Can you finish this pattern: Red, blue, red, blue, red, ________. Up, up, down, up, up,...
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