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…
Author: Norm
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…
May 14 — Luke 9:37-45
SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:37-45 “Awe gripped the people as they saw this majestic display of God’s power.” (Luke 9:43) OBSERVATION: Two things strike me in this story. The first is the gripping awe that came over those who saw this dramatic event. I have become desensitized to Jesus casting out demons. But if I picture this as my…
May 13 — Luke 9:28-36
SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:28-36 “Then a voice from the cloud said, ‘This is my Son, my Chosen One. Listen to him.’ When the voice finished, Jesus was there alone. They didn’t tell anyone at that time what they had seen.” (Luke 9:35-36) OBSERVATION: It is not clear why Jesus only takes Peter, James and John. But this is…
May 12 — Luke 9:18-27
SCRIPTURE: Luke 9:18-27 “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross daily, and follow me. If you try to hang on to your life, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for my sake, you will save it.” (Luke 9:23-24) OBSERVATION:…