Author Archives: Jason

Galatians 2

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, May 17: Galatians 2 I love this quote from the study notes in the Tree of Life New Covenant Bible (a NT translation by the Messianic Jewish Family Bible Project group): “In Galatians, Paul points us beyond … Continue reading →

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Galatians 1

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, May 16: Galatians 1 Sorry I’m a day late with this post. Not having internet at the house is killing me! Today we shift from reading ABOUT Paul in the final chapters of Acts to words FROM … Continue reading →

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Acts 28

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, May 15: Acts 28 In Luke’s final chapter, we find Paul continuing to engage in the practices of ministry: healing, teaching, declaring Good News. In each place in Luke’s writing, we’re reminded again of God’s role as … Continue reading →

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Acts 27

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Monday, May 14: Acts 27 We have an expert on Acts 27 in our midst, so I’m going to defer some of the details of this chapter to our friend, John Harkins. John, weigh in here and tell … Continue reading →

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Mother’s Day 2012

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Jason

I realize it’s been a LONG time since I’ve made a “real” post on the blog. Between work, family, coaching baseball, moving, grad school, and writing my daily Bible reading thoughts, I have very little time to write “recreationally” anymore. … Continue reading →

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Acts 26

Posted on May 12, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, May 11: Acts 26 First off, Happy Mother’s Day weekend to all the Moms out there. Today I’m giving thanks for the women of faith who have been a part of my life: my wife, my mother, … Continue reading →

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Acts 25

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, May 10: Acts 25 Chapter 25 continues Paul’s trial before the powers. Paul’s belief in Jesus — particularly in the resurrection of Christ — puts him in opposition with the ruling authorities. Festus’s comment to Agrippa sums … Continue reading →

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Acts 24

Posted on May 9, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, May 9: Acts 24 It’s interesting to note that, although Luke devotes considerable space to Paul’s legal battles, he ultimately offers no resolution to the matter. From a literary point of view, this isn’t particularly good writing. … Continue reading →

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Acts 23

Posted on May 8, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, May 8: Acts 23 Two quick thoughts on this chapter: Paul’s statement to the council in v1: “Brothers, I have lived my life before God in all good conscience up to this day.” Paul isn’t claiming perfection; … Continue reading →

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Acts 22

Posted on May 7, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Monday, May 7: Acts 22 Acts 22 follows Paul as he tells his conversion story. Paul testifies to the power of Jesus at work in his life. I’m reminded that the greatest sermon we preach is the life … Continue reading →

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