Monthly Archives: February 2010

Matthew 26:1-10 I purposely stopped the story before it ends.  You’ll hear the end in a bit.  For now, let us examine the issue. The woman had a fortune in ointment!  Did she make it herself, steal it, inherit it, … Continue reading →

John 18:15-32 Here Jesus is asked a question, and answers it. Peter is asked one question 3 times, and lies each time. Here is the difference between God and humans. Jesus said, “I spoke openly.” Peter quietly said, “I’m not … Continue reading →

Matthew 25:31-46 Jesus is speaking here about everyone, Christians or not so.  It is told to His disciples, who asked Him what the End Times would be like.  He concludes, in Matthew, with this picture.  Notice… No mention is made … Continue reading →

John 18:1-11 What authority do we have in life?  The same as our Lord, who shares His majesty and ability with us, who say “can’t, won’t, don’t”. “I can’t…”  Jesus is heading to where He knows He will be captured.  … Continue reading →

Genesis 22:1-19 Is this a TEST?  Not exactly.  The Hebrew word means “tried”, as in “made ready”.  Both parties risk something here:  God risks the integrity of His promise (THIS son will be the heir of blessing).  Abraham risks his … Continue reading →

Lev. 19:9-10, Luke 6:30-31, 2Thess. 3:6-12 When do you help someone who says they need help?  When do you give money/food?  When do you not?  Set these passages side by side. When to give?  Well Leviticus tells us to give … Continue reading →

Proverbs 3:5-8 The Bible gives us a story that fits this advice, in 2Kings 18:13-19:37. The Assyrian king, Sennacherib, attacks Judah and King Hezekiah.  They surround Jerusalem, and prepare to starve the city out.  Assyrian officials mock the defenses Hezekiah … Continue reading →

Psalm 22 Watch the rocky road of faith here. Vs. 1-2: God left my life.  At our worst moments, doesn’t that seem to be true? Vs. 2-5: I remember promises of old, faithful people of days past.  Why can’t those … Continue reading →