Category Archives: Faith

Jude

Reading for Friday, Dec 28: Jude Jude writes to combat specific false teachers who are corrupting the Christian faith. By the time of this writing, the Christian faith has been “fixed”, established by apostolic authority and delivered to the saints … Continue reading →

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2 Timothy 4

Reading for Thursday, Dec 27: 2 Timothy 4 “For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have … Continue reading →

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2 Thessalonians 2

Reading for Thursday, Dec 20: 2 Thess. 2 Biblical interpreters have long struggled to identify the “man of lawlessness” Paul describes in this chapter. And many will seek contemporary application of this prophetic passage. If you’re interested in all the … Continue reading →

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2 Thessalonians 1

Reading for Wednesday, Dec. 19: 2 Thess. 1 One of things that really stands out to me from our readings this year is just how much the NT addresses the issue of suffering and adversity. The NT seems to teach … Continue reading →

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1 Thessalonians 5

Reading for Tuesday, Dec. 18: 1 Thess. 5 So, I’m sure you’re aware of this: the world is supposed to end this week. Just think of all that time you wasted wrapping Christmas presents this year! We’re approaching Dec. 21, … Continue reading →

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Best Books of 2012

Every year, I set a goal to read at least 52 books — one per week for an entire calendar year. 2011 marked the first year I’d ever completed that goal. This year, I fell a bit short. By the … Continue reading →

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1 Thessalonians 4

Reading for Monday, Dec. 17: 1 Thess. 4 This chapter can be subdivided into two major sections: v1-12 dealing with living a God-honoring life in the flesh; and v13-18 addressing the hope of life eternal with Christ. “For this is … Continue reading →

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1 Thessalonians 1

Reading for Wednesday, Dec 12: 1 Thess. 1 Paul writes to the Thessalonians words of encouragement and praise: “We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, remembering before our God and Father … Continue reading →

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Revelation 21

Reading for Monday, Dec 10: Revelation 21 We reach the glorious conclusion of John’s series of visions in chapters 21&22. John sees a new heaven and a new earth — cosmic renewal on display. Notice the emphasis on “new heaven … Continue reading →

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Revelation 18

Reading for Wednesday, Dec 5: Revelation 18 Revelation 18 is both a lament and a hymn of praise. John borrows much of the language and imagery of the OT lamentations that lament the sins of Israel and the desire for … Continue reading →

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