52 Weeks in the Word

  Welcome to Week 30!  I don't know about you, but that feels like a huge accomplishment!  I have found it so encouraging and helpful to read through the Bible with you all!   This week we will continue to read in the book of Isaiah. A few thoughts that were shared from last week's reading: Isaiah 10 proclaims the Remnant Returns. In chapter 11, Isaiah told about the time when animals would live together in peace. In chapter 20, God has away of sometimes making the things in our mind that seem like the only answer or the only way - seem completely foolish or wrong in the end.  This can be a way to teach us a lesson.  An example of this is between Judah and believing they could find protection with Egypt from Assyria.  God wanted them to trust Him!   Isaiah 26:3 -  You will keep in perfect peace      those whose minds are steadfast,      because they trust in you.   Looking ahead to Week 3...

  Last week we finished the books of Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon.  They were both written in a more poetic fashion.  A few thoughts that were shared from last week's reading: It is important to remember these books were written before Jesus, before the New Testament time.  We must read them in context.  This was before the resurrection, salvation. An example of seeing Jesus in scripture was Ecclesiastes 4:12, often used as a verse for weddings.  We also began reading the book of Isaiah.  This book is written by the prophet Isaiah between 700 - 650 B.C.    Looking ahead to Week 29: The reading for Week 29 includes: Isaiah 8 - 31 (Für unsere deutschen Freunde: Jesaja 8 - 31.) Interesting facts on Isaiah: The key themes of Isaiah: God's purposes will stand against all earthly forces. God promised a Savior through Isaiah's prophecy, which was fulfilled in Jesus Christ God's salvation would be available to all people For an even better overvi...

  Last week we finished the book of Proverbs.  This week we will read through the books of Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon and begin reading Isaiah.  There really hasn't been heavy discussion over Psalms or Proverbs, so perhaps these books will bring more interesting thoughts to ponder in conversation.  Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, and Isaiah all have different styles and messages.  Below I will share some interesting facts and key take aways to look for while you read this week.  However, all three books do have something that links them together: Jesus!  Jesus is the One who is constant in an ever changing world.  Times change, but Jesus does not!  Jesus is "the One who lays down His life for His bride, but also goes and pursues the lost sheep." And in Isaiah, we read that Jesus is prophesied throughout the book as our Lord and Savior.  Looking ahead to Week 28: The reading for Week 28 includes: Ecclesiastes 1 - Isaiah 7 . Interesti...

  Last week we finished the book of Psalms, the longest book of the Bible by chapters and verses!  This week we will finish Proverbs, the book which explains the importance of wisdom. In chapter 6 of Proverbs, we read about the ways of the ant.  We would be wise if we took note of her ways.  In verses 16 through 19 we are told about the 6 things the Lord hates, 7 that are an abomination to the Lord: a proud look a lying tongue hands that shed innocent blood a heart that devises wicked plans feet that are swift in running to evil a false witness who speaks lies and one who sows discord among brethren Looking ahead to Week 27: The reading for Week 27 includes: Proverbs 9-31 . This week's reading we will finish reading the book of Proverbs.  We will continue to read about wisdom, understand, and the warnings if we lack them. I am looking forward to hearing from you this week and discussing your thoughts ...