Day 275 – Matthew 1, Luke 2
Talking Points Before his conversion, Matthew was a Jewish tax collector working for the despised Romans. He was hated as a turncoat who sought his own prosperity above all. After…
Day 29 – Genesis 48-50
Talking Points Jacob, preparing to die, recounts his life. He tells of days of sorrow and days of God's great faithfulness. He speaks of the exceeding kindness God has shown…
Day 28 – Genesis 46-47
Talking Points Jacob and all of his people make the trip to Egypt. (What a fateful trip — hundreds of years later, and one of the great demonstrations of God’s…
Day 27 – Genesis 43-45
Talking Points Joseph’s brothers return to Egypt with their youngest brother, Benjamin. Joseph is overcome with emotion upon seeing his beloved brother, and he hosts a feast for all of…
Day 26 – Genesis 41-42
Talking Points The cupbearer didn't remember Joseph or his promise to him for two years - but God did! After two years, Joseph is called to interpret Pharaoh’s dream. It…
Day 25 – Genesis 38-40
Talking Points In chapter 38, the story of Joseph is interrupted with the account of Judah and his sons and heirs. The story is filled with acts of disobedience and…
Day 24 – Genesis 35-37
Talking Points Jacob moves to Bethel, the place where he originally encountered God. He calls for the people to put away their false worship. Again, God blesses Jacob and reconfirms…