Posts Tagged 2024 Bible Reading
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December 2, 2024
In Romans 1-4 and Acts 20:1-3, Paul, called to apostleship by Christ, proclaims the Gospel, highlighting Jesus' fulfillment of prophecies and His divine nature, validated by resurrection. He expresses a deep desire to visit the Roman believers to strengthen their faith and encourage mutual edification, emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel for salvation to all who believe, Jew and Gentile alike.
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November 30, 2024
In 2 Corinthians 10-13, Paul defends his apostolic authority and the divine power behind his ministry, distinguishing his genuine, Christ-centered work from that of the deceitful "super-apostles." He emphasizes his reliance on God's strength in weakness and his dedication to the Corinthians' spiritual growth, while urging them to examine their faith and pursue maturity, unity, and peace.
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November 29, 2024
In 2 Corinthians 5-9, Paul discusses the assurance of eternal life with God and the role of the Holy Spirit as a guarantee of our heavenly future. He urges the Corinthians to live for Christ, emphasizing that our actions on earth have eternal significance and will be judged by God.
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November 28, 2024
In 2 Corinthians 1-4, Paul begins his letter by emphasizing the comforting role of God during afflictions, highlighting his own sufferings and God's deliverance as a demonstration of dependence on divine power rather than human strength. He explains his postponed visit to Corinth, asserting his sincerity and dedication to spreading the gospel despite adversities, and delves into the superiority of the new covenant, which brings life and liberty through the Spirit.
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November 27, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 15-16, Paul emphasizes the foundational importance of the resurrection of Christ in the Christian faith, detailing Christ's appearances after His resurrection and asserting that our future resurrection is guaranteed by His. He also outlines the nature of the resurrected body, contrasting it with our earthly bodies, and concludes with practical advice regarding the collection for the Jerusalem church, personal plans, and final exhortations for the church to stand firm in faith and love.
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November 26, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 12-14, Paul teaches about the variety of spiritual gifts given by the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that all gifts serve the common good and contribute to the unity and diversity of the body of Christ. He highlights the supremacy of love above all spiritual gifts and instructs on orderly worship, ensuring that practices such as speaking in tongues and prophesying are conducted in a way that builds up the church and maintains decorum.
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November 25, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 9-11, Paul emphasizes his commitment to spreading the gospel without hindrance, adapting to various cultures to win more souls, while also instructing the Corinthians on avoiding idolatry and maintaining respectful worship practices. He discusses proper behavior during communal meals and the symbolic significance of head coverings in worship, ensuring the church's actions reflect their devotion to Christ.
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November 23, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 5-8, Paul addresses serious moral issues within the Corinthian church, instructing them to expel a member engaged in egregious sexual immorality and emphasizing the need for church discipline to combat sin and pride. He also discusses lawsuits among believers, sexual immorality, and marriage, urging Christians to live in purity and peace, and to seek the welfare of others above personal liberty, particularly concerning food offered to idols, to avoid causing others to stumble in their faith.
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November 22, 2024
In 1 Corinthians 1-4, Paul addresses the Corinthians, expressing gratitude for their faith and spiritual gifts, urging unity and dismissing divisions centered around allegiance to different leaders, emphasizing that Christ alone is the foundation. He criticizes their worldly wisdom and divisions, teaching the power of the Gospel and the foolishness of human wisdom compared to God's, and reminds them of their identity as God's temple, urging them to live in humility and align with the true wisdom of God.
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November 21, 2024
In Acts 18:19-19:41, Paul debates with Jews in Ephesus and promises to return if God wills, while Apollos, an eloquent speaker, effectively refutes Jews with Scripture; Paul, encountering disciples baptized only into John’s baptism, teaches them of Jesus, leading to miraculous healings and conversions despite opposition from local craftsmen worried about their trade due to Paul's teachings that undermine idol worship.
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November 20, 2024
In 2 Thessalonians, Paul commends the Thessalonians for their growing faith and perseverance through persecution, reinforcing that their trials are a testament to their worthiness of God's kingdom, anticipating justice at Jesus' return. He warns them against deception regarding the Day of the Lord, emphasizing the need for steadfastness in faith amidst lawlessness and apostasy, and encourages discipline and diligence in their community, reminding them of his example and the importance of working for their sustenance.
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November 19, 2024
In 1 Thessalonians, Paul expresses deep gratitude for the Thessalonians' faith and endurance despite persecution, emphasizing that their acceptance of the gospel was not in vain but powerfully worked within them. He details his conduct and care during his visit, defends his motives and actions, and stresses the transformative power of the gospel, which leads to a sanctified life, urging them to remain steadfast and hopeful in the promise of Christ's return.
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