Matthew 3 - We're introduced to John the Baptist in this chapter. He was prophesied in the old testament when it said "the voice of one crying in the wilderness. Make straight the paths for the Lord." John was out baptizing people in the Jordan riven when some Pharisies came and John was like "Who told you to flee from the wrath to come? If you're going to be baptized, bear fruit worthy of repentance. You won't be saved simply because of your family tree - you can say that Abraham is your dad, but that's not enough." Then Jesus came to be baptized but John, at first, attempted to stop him saying "Jesus, you should be the one baptizing me…" but eventually John did baptize Jesus and then the Holy Spirit came and rested on Him and God spoke from heaven "This is my Son, in whom I'm well pleased."
Genesis 3 - The fall. The devil tricked Eve into eating from the forbidden tree of the knowledge of Good and evil. Adam also ate and blamed the whole thing on his wife, and God. Adam and Eve both realized they were naked and hid from God when they heard him walking in the garden. God explained that because they did this there would be consequences such as Eve having more pain in child baring (or pain at all) and Adam would no longer enjoy work, but rather would have to toil and sweat to earn a living. He cursed the serpent by stating it would no longer have legs… ? Then he kicked them out of Eden so that they didn't eat of the tree of life (and live forever with these consequences). Romans 3 - Paul asks is there a benefit to being a Jew, then answers a little, because they were given the oracles of God, but not when it comes to salvation. For everyone, Jew or Greek is a sinner and they all are guilty and none seek after God. The Law of God is bad news because it leaves the whole world guilty before God. The good news is that we can still be justified, forgiven, and saved by faith in Jesus Christ. We have nothing to boast in, except Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 3 - Paul and the guys were telling the Thessalonians that it really pleased them, made them alive, even though they were suffering great afflictions, to know that they were continuing strong in their genuine faith. They prayed that God might allow them to see them again some day so they could serve them more. Job 3 - Job was really sad, and angry. So angry that he wished that he would have never been born. He curses the day of his birth in several different ways. He's so stressed he wishes he would die now and wonders why he's let to live. He also expresses some incorrect views about the afterlife. He believes that the wicked are able to rest when they die. Psalms 3 - David says that even though some people say that salvation is not in God, they are wrong. Selah Proverbs 3 - Trust in the Lord and lean not on your own understanding. Wisdom is good. Be wise and you'll have a better chance of long life, filled with success and honor. Joshua 3 - God told Joshua that when the Levitical priests arrived at the Jordan river, they were to stop and God would stop the flowing river. That's what happened. Isaiah 3 - God was upset at people and women who were putting all their effort and attention towards vanity and jewelry. He will put a stop to it. Instead of nice hair, they're will be baldness. Acts 3 - Peter and John were going up to the temple when a crippled man asked them for money (alms). Peter said that he didn't have any silver or gold but gave him what he did have, which was healing in the name of Jesus Christ. All the people were excited about this. Then Peter tells them that they denied Jesus and had the author of life killed, though it was in ignorance.
0 Comments
Matthew 2 - After Jesus was born, the wise men set out to see Him and bring Him gifts. Herod was angry that he was tricked by the wise men so he had all children killed of a certain age. Jesus escaped it because Joseph, his dad, took him to different cities as he was advised in a dream. They ended up in Nazereth. Genesis 2 - God makes Adam in Eden, then makes and brings Adam many animals to name. Adam does this and then God says that it's not good that Adam is alone. God makes Adam sleep, takes his rib, then makes Eve who Adam calls Woman, because she came from man. Romans 2 -.Paul explains that wether you know the law or not, you will be punished for doing bad - more so if you specifically knew the law. He also confronts Jews that they will not be declared righteous simply for being a circumcised Jew. He stresses that physical circumcision isn't what matters, but spiritual obedience is more important. 1 Thessalonians 2 - Paul reminds the Thessalonians how blameless he and other brothers where when they were serving in Thessolanica. He recalls how delighted he was that when they heard them teach the word of God they they regarded it as such. He expresses that he wishes to come back and see them but Satan has hindered it. Job 2 - Once again, there was a meeting of all the sons of God and Satan was present. He had been walking around the earth once again and God asked him about Job again. Satan still wasn't impressed with Job and stated that Job only loved God because he hadn't lost his health. God gave permission to Satan to harm Job, but insisted Job must remain alive. Satan gave Job terrible soars that covered his whole body, so much that when Job's three friends came to see him, and comfort him, they didn't recognize him. When Job's three friends did arrive to him, they sat on the ground with him for a week morning with him. Psalms 2 - This chapter seems to reference Christ Jesus as the Son of God. Cool. Proverbs 2 - Again we are encouraged to heed wisdom and to seek it. If we don't bad things will happen. Joshua 2 - Joshua sent to spies to spy specifically on Jericho. The two men stayed the night at Rahab the prostitute's house. Men from Jericho came and Rahab lied to them about the location of the spies and misdirected them. She then requested that in return for the safety she gave the two spies that they spare her and her families life when they came to overtake the land. The spies agreed and advised her to tie a crimson cloth to her window and gather her family into her house. Then the spies hid in the mountains for a few days before they returned to Joshua to inform him of what happened. Isaiah 2 - The Day of the Lord will be a time when God rises to terrify the wickedness on the earth. People will cast away their idols of silver and gold and go in to caves. God warns to stop trusting in man, and start trusting in Himself. Acts 2 - On the day of Pentacost, the Holy Spirit came upon Peter and the other 11 apostles. They started speaking so that many in different languages could understand them. Some accused them of being drunk, but Peter denied it. He then proclaimed that Jesus was foretold to be the Christ and Lord by the Prophet David, and that 'these men' had the Lord crucified. This truth cut these men to the heart and they asked what they ought to do, and Peter advised them to repent and be baptized in the name of Jesus. Now there were about 3,000 believers and they were selflessly selling their possessions to make sure that none of them were in need. They spent much of their time fellowship and listening to the apostles teaching. These are my personal bible notes as I'm going through the Professor Grant Horner Bible Reading System. These notes are not scripture, may not be complete, and may not be accurate. If you see something I got wrong, or wish to comment on something I've said, feel free to do so. To learn more about this plan, go here.
These are my personal bible notes as I'm going through the Professor Grant Horner Bible Reading System. These notes are not scripture, may not be complete, and may not be accurate. If you see something I got wrong, or wish to comment on something I've said, feel free to do so.
Matthew 1 - The genealogy of Jesus Christ, plus the Birth of Jesus. Genesis 1 - The Six days of the creation of the world. Everything that God made was very good! Romans 1 - Paul writes to saints and thanks them for their faithfulness and starts to explain there is no excuse for sinners to deny God and be sinful. Keywords: Idolatry, Homosexuality, lesbianism, Gospel, unashamed. 1 Thessalonians 1 - Paul writes to the Thessalonians and congratulates them that their faith is an example to others. Job 1 - Job was a pretty good guy, he "feared God and turned away from evil". Satan proposed that Job only loved God because his life was good. Satan, with God's permission, destroyed much of what Job liked and Job ripped his clothes and worshiped God. Job said "Blessed be the name of the Lord. He gives and takes away." Psalms 1 - Blessed is a man who meditates on God's law (maybe word) day and night and avoids sinners and sinful ways. This man is like a tree that is getting the right amount of water. Not so for the wicked, they will perish. Proverbs 1 - Wisdom is good. Listen to it, and better things will happen than if you don't. If you don't heed wisdom, you'll be sorry. Joshua 1 - God said to Joshua, after Moses died to go and take possession of the promise land. There is another mention that meditating on the Law of God day and night will bring success. Joshua explained the plan to the people and they said that they would follow him and they hoped God was with Joshua in the same way He was with Moses. Isaiah 1 - God, through Isaiah, was telling the people that they need to repent. He was saying how they are His creation, but they deny Him by sinning. God was telling them that even though they are guilty and sinful, there will be a time when they are forgiven if they repent. Acts 1 - Luke writes to Theophilus about what happened when Jesus was taken up in to the cloud, how there were two angels that said to the men that Jesus would come back in the same manner that He left. He also tells about how the 11 remaining apostles choose Mathias to be the replacement for Judas - who bought a field and then killed himself. My Thoughts: I love the new year. Anytime is good to start reading God's Word more, but January 1st seems to be the easiest. My wife and I have decided to do the Professor Grant Horner Bible Reading System this year. We're really excited about it. |
AuthorI, Brandt Dary, am a normal Bible believing Christian with a heart to share the Biblical Gospel and teach others to do the same. I'm married to my beautiful wife Haleh and have four amazing kids. I live in Queen Creek, AZ. I make a living from Software Development. Archives
May 2019
|