Category Archives: Faith

Mark 10

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Oct 19: Mark 10 This is a chapter full of questions. The Pharisees ask, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?” The rich young man asks “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit … Continue reading →

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Mark 9

Posted on October 29, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, Oct 18: Mark 9 In the Transfiguration, the future intersects the present. We see a glimpse of Christ in His ultimate glory, illuminated in power and flanked by Moses and Elijah, who represent the Law and the … Continue reading →

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Mark 8

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Oct 17: Mark 8 Given Mark’s context, it seems the feeding of the 4,000 (v1-10) occurs in Gentile territory, which is significant. It demonstrates Jesus’ role as living bread for the Gentiles, an issue that the early … Continue reading →

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Mark 7

Posted on October 26, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, Oct 16: Mark 7 In this chapter, “defilement” is one of the major themes. The Pharisees and scribes confront Jesus for His practice of failing to wash His hands prior to eating, thereby risking defilement. But Jesus … Continue reading →

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Mark 5

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Oct 12: Mark 5 Jesus arrives in the region of the Gerasenes, a filthy place in the mind of an orthodox Jew, as evidenced by the herds of pigs that figure prominently in this story. But the … Continue reading →

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Mark 4

Posted on October 25, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, Oct 11: Mark 4 My favorite part of this chapter is at the end when Jesus calms the storm. What’s unique about Mark’s Gospel with regard to this story is the question the disciples ask: “Teacher, do … Continue reading →

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Mark 2

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, Oct 9: Mark 2 In Jesus’ day, there were myriad opinions on how the people of God were to live in anticipation of the coming Kingdom. The Zealots sought revolution through anarchy; the Sadduccees were notorious for … Continue reading →

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2 Corinthians 12

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Oct 3: 2 Cor 12 I believe Paul is talking about himself in verses 1-5. That’s just my opinion, but many scholars see his thinly veiled comments as autobiography. If that’s true, we have in this chapter … Continue reading →

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2 Corinthians 10

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Monday, Oct 1: 2 Cor 10 As Paul defends his ministry in ch10, he reminds us of a critical issue: “For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. For the … Continue reading →

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2 Corinthians 9: Praise Be To God For His Indescribable Gift!

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Sept 28: 2 Cor 9 Paul continues his thought re: giving. He is still encouraging the Corinthians, this time to be ready to contribute as these workers are coming to them (v5). And he underscores a key … Continue reading →

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