SCRIPTURE: Genesis 1 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Imagine being a witness to the creation. The YouTube video below gives you a limited sense of what Genesis 1 describes. We need to remember that there is no way our puny minds could grasp HOW God created the world. Moses may have received this as a vision or a dream, and I…
Author: Norm
reading Genesis
For those participating in the SOAP Bible Reading schedule, here is an introduction to the readings from Genesis that begin today (Taken from GotQuestions.org). Author: The Book of Genesis does not specifically name its author. Traditionally, the author has always assumed to have been Moses. There is no conclusive reason to deny the Mosaic authorship…
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SCRIPTURE: Revelation 22 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: The vision of the new Jerusalem continues from the previous chapter. Then John hears the reason for the vision: to bless and encourage those who are living in this time of persecution, to those who believe and obey its message. Interestingly, Jesus says that the time is coming soon, though from our…
living the kingdom vision now
SCRIPTURE: Revelation 21 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: The city here symbolizes the fullness of old covenant believers (12 gates of the twelve tribes, all who entered by faith) and the fullness of new covenant believers (12 foundations stones of the apostles). The perfect dimensions of the city represent the perfection of God’s people (adorned like a bride, the wife…
LDN Monthly Sessions (1st Year)
September 27, 2008 “The Inward Disciplines” handout “The Inward Disciplines” recording “The Making of a Leader” handout “The Making of a Leader” recording September Homework Assignment November 1, 2008 “Interpreting The Bible” handout (notes) “Interpreting The Bible” handout (powerpoint) “Interpreting The Bible” recording “The Pentateuch” handout (notes) “The Pentateuch” handout (powerpoint) “The Pentateuch” recording November…
ask questions
From time to time people ask me biblical or spiritual questions. Sometimes I have some thoughts to share, but often I would love to have input from others. So use this page to either ask a question, or to offer your insights to some of the questions asked. Just leave your questions in the comment…
try using SOAP
To help you with your Bible reading, try using SOAP. You will need a Bible (a study Bible may be helpful), a pen and a lined notebook. Find a quiet spot and spend a few moments ‘connecting’ with the Lord – reminding yourself that He is with you and that you are with Him. S for…
May 17 — Proverbs 8:1-11
SCRIPTURE: Proverbs 8:1-11 “Does not wisdom call out? Does not understanding raise her voice? On the heights along the way, where the paths meet, she takes her stand; beside the gates leading into the city, at the entrances, she cries aloud…” OBSERVATION: Wisdom is more than knowledge, it is common sense for living. A wise person…
May 16 — Luke 9:57-62
SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:57-62 “Your duty is to go and preach about the Kingdom of God.” OBSERVATION: Jesus was more concerned about fulfilling His mission than about finding a comfortable place to stay. Not even family obligations could get in the way of fulfilling His mission. Those who allow ‘things’ to distract them are not really ready…
May 15 — Luke 9:46-56
SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:46-56 “Then he said to them, ‘Anyone who welcomes a little child like this on my behalf welcomes me, and anyone who welcomes me also welcomes my Father who sent me. Whoever is the least among you is the greatest.’” OBSERVATION: Ouch, three scenes where the disciples reveal their true character: who was the…