Category Archives: Scripture

2 Thessalonians 2

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Jason

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

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Jason

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

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Jason

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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1 Thessalonians 4

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Jason

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 3

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Friday, Dec. 14: 1 Thess. 3 Paul has an intense desire to visit the Thessalonians again. He addresses this desire at the end of ch2 and the beginning of ch3, referring to the Thessalonians as his “glory and … Continue reading →

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1 Thessalonians 2

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Thursday, Dec 13: 1 Thess. 2 Paul writes in a loving, pastoral tone in this letter. He compares his ministry among the Thessalonians to the gentle care of a nursing mother (v7) and the encouraging charge of a … Continue reading →

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1 Thessalonians 1

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Jason

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 22

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Jason

Reading for Tuesday, Dec 11: Revelation 22 We’ve come to the final chapter of Revelation — and, the final chapter of the canon in the Scriptures. The image is a fitting one: “No longer will there be anything accursed,” (v3). … Continue reading →

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Revelation 21

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Jason

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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Podcast: John 1

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Jason

John 1.

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