John 20:8 GW Then the other disciple, who arrived at the tomb first, went inside. He saw and believed. Happy Resurrection Day The setting B1 Jesus was murdered by crucifixion by the Romans with the blessing of the Jewish leaders. B2 Despite all protections by the Roman guard, the tomb is empty. B3 Now…
MORNING Psalm 117 B1 What does this mean? C1 All people are to praise Yahweh. D1 God is not just God of Israel but all the universe and beyond. D2 Nations are Gentiles. E1 The Hebrew word for nations is גּוֹי gôwy. It means people who are not Jews, that is, the heathen. D3…
MORNING Psalm 116 B1 What does this mean? C1 The Psalmist praises God because God helped him. D1 Heard his prayer asking for mercy and deliverance. D2 He felt that he was going to die. D3 He experienced pain and agony. This is probably emotional pain. Certainly, emotional can bring on physical pain because…
MORNING Psalm 115 B1 What does this mean? C1 Among many reasons to praise God are His love and faithfulness. C2 Note the difference between “gods” and Yahweh. C3 God is living, thinks, acts, talks, decides, moves, etc. C4 Verses 9-11 speak to those who should praise God: Jews, Priests, and everyone else. C5…
MORNING Psalm 114 B1 What does this mean? C1 In verse 2 Jacob and Israel refer to the nation, not the person they were named after. C2 Israel (the Jews) spoke a different language then the Egyptians. C3 The sea refers to the dry sea that Israel walked over but in the same sea…
MORNING Psalm 113 B1 What does this mean? C1 The Psalmist is excited. He praises God. Note how God is described as the God, not just a local god (…From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised)! Compare: Malachi 1:11 NIV My name will…
3 Apr 20 MORNING Psalm 112 B1 What does this mean? C1 The person who lives God’s way will be blessed. God’s guidance principles are the best and are proven to be best as is obvious from society’s mess. C2 Verses 6 D1 Godly people will be remembered, that is, remembered by God. D2…
Psalms 111:1-10 GW Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the LORD with all my heart in the company of decent people and in the congregation. 2 The LORD’s deeds are spectacular. They should be studied by all who enjoy them. 3 His work is glorious and majestic. His righteousness continues forever. 4 He has…
While I’m studying but not ready to post yet, I thought I’d share how I do my personal Bible devotions. This takes 3 years. In the morning, read from the morning column, and in the evening, read from the evening column. Weekends are a time for reflection of what you have read. Use the…
A Few Thoughts About Devotions Bible reading, study, and thinking about the passage should be a daily blessing to every believer. I started my own plan about 1.5 years ago. I read through the Old Testament once every 3 years and though the New Testament once a year. Every 3 years I read through…