In my study of the New Testament last week, I read the last chapters of the gospels, where the Savior resurrected and was seen of the disciples. Matthew recounts that Mary Magdalene and the other Mary were at the tomb when an angel rolled back the stone and announced that the Savior had resurrected. He told them to go to […]
So, you’ll remember that I took the 30 day New Testament challenge early in the year. Afterwards, I thought I’d read the Old Testament to round out the experience (the entire Bible in a year). There are some cool reading schedules out there (one I’d like to try some time has daily readings from the Old & New Testaments, as […]
Well, I have completed this reading of The New Testament. I liked the way the readings were divided out and enjoyed the study guide that went along with it. Reading the selections with the overall theme in mind for each week made the reading more relevant and gave me a goal of what to read for. I you ever get […]
So, I’ve been having trouble finding a theme that works. I noticed, after about a week, that the last theme wouldn’t let me post comments! What good is a blog if people can’t comment??? For now I’m back to a theme I know works. Just wish it was a little cuter, or something … On the very last leg of […]
I’ve finished my third week of reading The New Testament. I’m really almost through – it’s crazy! I really enjoyed Luke this week. And I’ve had some more thoughts about Mark. The Bible Dictionary suggests that Mark might have been written at the request of church leaders. In that sense, Mark is a straight-forward account of his experience and certainly […]
Well, I’m a week and a half into my challenge. Almost half way through! Some thoughts on the experiment. I’ve read all of Matthew and Mark. Took me almost a week to realize that each week’s assignment is anchored by one of the gospels. Matthew had a pronounced theme for me this time through – Christ’s life was one of […]