Daily Reading – Week 1, Day 5
May 15, 2015 by devoted242 in category UncategorizedRead Mark 12:41-44 How do you measure the value of a gift? The price tag, the resale value, the social statement, the fun, or is it the thought that counts? The world’s economy starkly contrasts with God’s kingdom. By many measures, the poor widow gave the least, but Jesus reveals the truth about God’s kingdom: God […]
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May 14, 2015 by devoted242 in category Daily ReadingsRead Luke 18:18-27 Thinking of the rich young ruler again, was the security of wealth too seductive; was he afraid to give it all up to follow Jesus? What are your sources of security? How might those become an obstacle to following Jesus? Talk to God about the choices you must make to follow Jesus with […]
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May 13, 2015 by devoted242 in category Daily ReadingsRead Luke 18:18-27 This rich young ruler had devoted a large part of his life to obeying God’s rules. But Jesus recognizes that this man isn’t willing to follow him with all in-like faith. Even though he followed the rules, he wasn’t ready to follow Jesus. Is your faith about following Jesus or following rules? […]
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May 12, 2015 by devoted242 in category Daily ReadingsRead Luke 5:17-26 Imagine their frustration. Their friend is paralyzed but the crowds prevent them from reaching Jesus. They are faced with a decision: Do they leave because of the barriers or do they pursue Jesus’ healing, even if it takes them on the roof of a stranger’s home? We must make that decision for […]
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May 9, 2015 by devoted242 in category Daily ReadingsRead Matthew 4:18-22 Imagine looking ahead and seeing the steps to the diving board—just you and the board. Now is the time to make your decision: Do you jump in? Over the next four weeks, we will look at what it means to plunge into the work of God’s kingdom, to be wholeheartedly sold out […]
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