Good Evening Truth Seekers! Isaiah 59-61 are proof of God's promised redeemer. It includes the prophecy that Jesus would come as the Isaiah 61 says, with the spirit of the Lord upon him and anointed to preach the good news to the poor, the broken hearted, and to set the captives free.
Mark 14: Jesus is getting close to the end of his earthly ministry. This passage contains harden hearts of the Pharisees, him being anointed with oil and his betrayal by Judas. Most importantly we see where Christ initiates the Lord supper instead of the passover. He is the passover lamb and will be sacrificed for many.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Friday, February 13, 2009
Isaiah 56-58::Mark 13:20-37
Good Morning Truth Seekers! The schedule has been full this morning. Already worked out at home, read, cardio at the Y. Come on lets get physically and spiritually in shape this year.
Isaiah 56-58 were challenging in content and length. I see repeating themes; God is going to get those who forsake him, and is going to keep or provide for those who honor Him. There will be both calamity and calmness based on which side you line up on: Riotousness or Righteousness.
Mark 13: 21- end speaks of the End. Again Jesus warns against being deceived to follow those who come claiming to be Him. He instructs us to be wise and watchful. My grandmother use to always say watch as well as pray. I am encourage to live each day knowing that I do know when the end will come. I know that means both in my life and the end of this life. We need a sense of urgency and a sense of purpose. Are you doing what God has purposed you to do?
Isaiah 56-58 were challenging in content and length. I see repeating themes; God is going to get those who forsake him, and is going to keep or provide for those who honor Him. There will be both calamity and calmness based on which side you line up on: Riotousness or Righteousness.
Mark 13: 21- end speaks of the End. Again Jesus warns against being deceived to follow those who come claiming to be Him. He instructs us to be wise and watchful. My grandmother use to always say watch as well as pray. I am encourage to live each day knowing that I do know when the end will come. I know that means both in my life and the end of this life. We need a sense of urgency and a sense of purpose. Are you doing what God has purposed you to do?
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Isaiah 53-55: Mark 13:1-20
Good Evening Truth Seekers! I am on reverse commute today. I am ending my day with the word verses starting. I had to rise early and hit the road, therefore, did not get to read or blog. Please accept my apology!
Isaiah 53-55: 53 overshadows the other two in the prophetic description of what would happen to the Christ and Gods servant Jesus. Please do not miss this jewel within Isaiah. Verse 4 says he took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows...6 and the Lord laid on him the iniquity of us all. 12e For he bore the sins of many and made intercession for the transgressors. All I can say is, "THANK YOU LORD!"
Mark 13: 1-20: Speaks a warning for those who are Christians or disciples of Christ. He says that do not be deceived by those coming claiming to be him. I will only add this statement of old: "My people suffer for the lack of knowledge" Jesus said his sheep knows his voice, I hope you are in the know.
Isaiah 53-55: 53 overshadows the other two in the prophetic description of what would happen to the Christ and Gods servant Jesus. Please do not miss this jewel within Isaiah. Verse 4 says he took up our infirmities and carried our sorrows...6 and the Lord laid on him the iniquity of us all. 12e For he bore the sins of many and made intercession for the transgressors. All I can say is, "THANK YOU LORD!"
Mark 13: 1-20: Speaks a warning for those who are Christians or disciples of Christ. He says that do not be deceived by those coming claiming to be him. I will only add this statement of old: "My people suffer for the lack of knowledge" Jesus said his sheep knows his voice, I hope you are in the know.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Isaiah 50-52: Mark 12:28-44
Good Afternoon Truth Seekers! I apologize for the late post. I read this morning but did not post due to morning schedule and my running late. Isaiah 50-52 Servants of God are not above suffering for his name sake. In fact, more than anything is goes with the job. But servant like obedience brings eternal rewards. Just like the suffering servant who will be treated the worst, but his reward will be the greatest of all. Paul writes is we suffer with Jesus we shall reign with him.
Mark 12 offers many different lessons; What is the greatest commandment? Love the Lord your God with all of your heart and with all of your soul and with all of your mind and with all of your strength. Then Love your neighbor as yourself. I always say if you do not love God this way, your neighbor does not stand a chance. They gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything. This goes with the first lesson; all that we have is his. Giving it to him guarantees provisions and prevention. What I mean is that when we offer God our whole it gives him both responsibility and authority in our lives. If we obey God He promises to take care of us.
Mark 12 offers many different lessons; What is the greatest commandment? Love the Lord your God with all of your heart and with all of your soul and with all of your mind and with all of your strength. Then Love your neighbor as yourself. I always say if you do not love God this way, your neighbor does not stand a chance. They gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything. This goes with the first lesson; all that we have is his. Giving it to him guarantees provisions and prevention. What I mean is that when we offer God our whole it gives him both responsibility and authority in our lives. If we obey God He promises to take care of us.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Isaiah 47-49: Mark 12:1-17
Isaiah 47-49: God will deal with the Babylonians, re-establish himself as the God of his people and restore the holy city.
Mark 12:1-27 Jesus takes on the Pharisees regarding how they have treated prophets and even now the Son of God. In verse 12 they looked for way to arrest Him, because of their own guilt. I am amazed of how some people spend time trying to scheme on how to continue in doing wrong, verses just doing right. Most people know wrong verses right, but they just don't want anyone telling them they are wrong. I have learned that when you are the one thing standing in the between what someone wants to do, then you become the enemy. Jesus was that obstacle for the Pharisees.
Mark 12:1-27 Jesus takes on the Pharisees regarding how they have treated prophets and even now the Son of God. In verse 12 they looked for way to arrest Him, because of their own guilt. I am amazed of how some people spend time trying to scheme on how to continue in doing wrong, verses just doing right. Most people know wrong verses right, but they just don't want anyone telling them they are wrong. I have learned that when you are the one thing standing in the between what someone wants to do, then you become the enemy. Jesus was that obstacle for the Pharisees.
Monday, February 9, 2009
Isaiah 45-46: Mark 11:19-33
Good Morning Truth Seekers! Isaiah 45-46 speaks in Babylon to Israel regarding what will happen to the Babylonian empire. Cyrus king of Persia will come and destroy their city and conquer their army. The Lord God ordained it and it will happen. God is angry with Babylon for their mistreatment of his people and he is going to avenge them. Furthermore he wants them to know there is but one God and that their idols are no match for Him.
Mark 11:19-33 Jesus speaks of faith and forgiveness. He says whatever we ask for in faith and without any doubt we shall receive whatever we ask. Furthermore, be forgiving, for if not ,your Father in heaven will not forgive you. This is a power lesson. I am amazed that people who sometimes get the biggest breaks or shown much mercy are merciless toward others. This scripture teaches us again; to whom much is given much is required. Be blessed and a blessing today.
Mark 11:19-33 Jesus speaks of faith and forgiveness. He says whatever we ask for in faith and without any doubt we shall receive whatever we ask. Furthermore, be forgiving, for if not ,your Father in heaven will not forgive you. This is a power lesson. I am amazed that people who sometimes get the biggest breaks or shown much mercy are merciless toward others. This scripture teaches us again; to whom much is given much is required. Be blessed and a blessing today.
Sunday, February 8, 2009
Isaiah 43-44: Mark 11: 1-18
Happy Sunday Truth Seekers! The Gospel of Mark is winding down; or up I should say theologically speaking. We are approaching the final five chapters and it begins with the chapter 11 the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. You remember he road on a colt that had never been ridden. The people cried Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Well he started off by cleansing the temple of money changers. The priest and the keepers of the law (church) people tried to find ways to kill him. They did not want to kill because he was teaching wrong doctrine, but because his teaching amazed the people. Righteousness always will come with a price of opposition. The people with the most to lose if change comes will do anything to maintain their position of power. Murder, someone physically is extreme, but "character assassination" is a play the opposition runs too. I am reminded of what God said to Cain, "If you do what is right, will you not be accepted?
Isaiah 43-44: teaches us that God continues to be faithful to Israel regardless of their refusal to obey and honor Him. The Lord points out how foolish it is to bow down to idols in prayer. An idols is something that man carves himself out of wood. The same stock of wood is used for the fire, the baking and the molding of gods. How can help come from a God you make. The message is clear rely on the Lord God or perish. Israel continues to not only ignore God but insult him by ignoring his commandments, and refusing to bring the appropriate offerings. Destruction comes by the sin of their own hands, but restoration will come from the hand of God.
Isaiah 43-44: teaches us that God continues to be faithful to Israel regardless of their refusal to obey and honor Him. The Lord points out how foolish it is to bow down to idols in prayer. An idols is something that man carves himself out of wood. The same stock of wood is used for the fire, the baking and the molding of gods. How can help come from a God you make. The message is clear rely on the Lord God or perish. Israel continues to not only ignore God but insult him by ignoring his commandments, and refusing to bring the appropriate offerings. Destruction comes by the sin of their own hands, but restoration will come from the hand of God.
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