Day 305 – Matthew 20-21
Talking Points Jesus tells a parable likening the kingdom of heaven to laborers in a vineyard. There are several points to take away from this:- No matter what stage of…
Day 290 – Matthew 14, Mark 6, Luke 9
Talking Points When Jesus went to His hometown preaching the gospel and performing several confirming miracles, the Bible records that "He wondered at their unbelief" (Mark 6:6). The Greek word…
Day 284 – Matthew 9, Luke 7
Talking Points Jesus' miraculous ministry continued. As He moved about declaring the Kingdom, He "cured many people of diseases and afflictions and evil spirits; and He gave sight to many…
Day 255 – Joel
Talking Points Joel, like many of the Old Testament prophets, has a message that is both speaking into the hearers' present situation and prophesying a future event. The account of…
Day 212 – Isaiah 59-63
Talking Points These chapters in Isaiah present a beautiful picture of the gospel of our salvation. God is our Savior -- truly mighty to save. While we stand separated, condemned…
Day 203 – Isaiah 28-30
Talking Points The chapters start by discussing the woe of those "overcome with wine" (Isaiah 28:1). The people and their leaders and even the priests and prophets are called drunkards.…
Day 202 – Hosea 8-14
Talking Points When you sow the wind, you reap a whirlwind (8:7). While we like to make light of sin, overlooking it if we can, in God's system of sowing…
Day 200 – 2 Kings 18, 2 Chronicles 29-31, Psalm 48
Talking Points King Hezekiah honors God in the example of King David. He restores and reopens the temple. He recommissions the priests and Levites for service to the LORD and…
Day 179 – 1 Kings 20-21
Talking Points King Ahab continues his wicked reign. He shows his cowardice and selfishness, as he is willing to give over his possessions, wife, and kids in order to save…
Day 120 – Psalm 102-104
Talking Points These psalms praise God, remembering His great compassion. The nation is facing His just punishments, suffering in them, and yet, the psalmist takes hope that God is gracious…