Category Archives: Faith

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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2 Corinthians 7: Make Room In Your Hearts

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Sept 26: 2 Cor 7 Paul does some pastoral work here in this chapter. He references his previous letter and some of the harsh words he had for the Corinthians. But he’s happy to have the relationship … Continue reading →

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2 Corinthians 2

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Sept 19: 2 Cor 2 Paul urges the Corinthians to practice forgiveness (v7). Paul’s previous visit to these brothers was a painful one (v1), and his correspondence with them has been filled with anguish and tears (v4). … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 10

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Sept 7: 1 Cor 10 Paul begins with a reference back to the OT events of the Exodus when God liberated His people, led them through the wilderness in a cloud, and graciously provided manna, water, and … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 4

Posted on August 30, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, Aug 30: 1 Cor 4 In our human weakness, we are incapable of realizing the “mysteries” of God (v1), but this is where the Gospel intersects our lives. The Gospel is completely God’s initiative, His revelation of … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 3

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Aug 29: 1 Cor 3 With the cross set before them, Paul is now ready to delve into some of the issues plaguing the Christians in Corinth. They have not attained the level of maturity befitting the … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians 2

Posted on August 29, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, Aug 28: 1 Cor 2 Paul continues to hammer away at the centrality of the cross: “For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified,” (v2). This is more than a template … Continue reading →

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1 Timothy 4

Posted on August 27, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Wednesday, Aug. 22: 1 Tim. 4 Several of our readings this year have reinforced the idea of “falling away”. Paul’s reflections at the beginning of 1 Timothy 4 is another such passage. Paul reminds Timothy of the Spirit’s … Continue reading →

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1 Timothy 1

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Aug 17: 1 Timothy 1 I’ve never noticed until today the way Paul begins his letter to Timothy: “Paul an apostle of Christ Jesus by command of God our Savior,” (v1). This tells us a lot about … Continue reading →

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