Read Exodus 35:1 through 40:38 Compare today’s reading with Exodus chapters 25 through 30. At first glance, it may seem that you’re looking at the same six chapters; each contain detailed minutiae about the construction and function of the tabernacle. The difference is that in the first passage, the Lord was giving exhaustive instructions to His people. In the second, …
FRIENDS
Read Exodus 32:1 – 34:35 When Teresa was a third grader, her teacher encouraged her class to write French children. Teresa was excited to receive a response from Louise. They wrote to each other regularly. By the time they were fifteen, they were exchanging weekly messages. They learned to speak each other’s language and planned to meet face-to-face someday. When …
Sound Advice
Read Exodus 16:1 through 18:27 Kathryn complains, “I feel like I’m always rushing around, always stressed. With family, work, church—my life is so busy! And I can’t seem to say ‘no!’” In some circles, stress has almost become a status symbol. However, there are times that it is necessary to “cut back” on one’s responsibilities to maintain health and peace …
A Sure Word
Read Genesis 45:1 through 47:31 Most people are apprehensive about making changes in their routines. Starting a new job, enrolling in an unfamiliar school, or moving to a different city can easily push stress levels higher. But try relocating to a country where the customs are strange and the language is foreign. Local markets do not accept your money. Best …
Four Brothers
Read Genesis 34:1 through 36:43 A tale of four royal brothers is told in India. Each brother decided to acquire a special ability. The first brother learned to create flesh from the bone of any creature. The second could create skin and hair from the flesh. The third could create limbs from what his brothers had created. And the fourth …
Voice of Affirmation
Read Genesis 15:1 through 17:27 Sam came from a family that had little. He learned to work hard, but battled demeaning thoughts: You are a failure. You will always be a failure. You are a small, inadequate person! Though he was a Christian, and prayed every morning, when he went out his front door he was overwhelmed by feelings of …
Bow Before Your Maker
Read Genesis 1:1 through 3:24 John contemplated the breathtaking view before him with a sense of wonder. Turning to his wife, he voiced his thoughts aloud. “Surely the Rocky Mountains are among God’s most magnificent creations! How can anyone view them and not believe in God the Creator?” Phyllis squeezed his hand. “And consider that God is not only the …
To Him Be The Praise!
Read Revelation 15:1 through 16:21 “Great and marvelous are your deeds, Lord God Almighty. Just and true are your ways, King of the ages. Who will not fear you, O Lord, and bring glory to your name? For you alone are holy” (Revelation 15:4–5). These words, penned almost two thousand years ago, still stir the heart today. The truth they …
Which Star?
Read Revelation 8:6 through 11:19 On Christmas Eve, you’ve very likely heard or read the story again. The one about the wise men from the East who followed the star to find the Christ Child. It’s a benevolent image that blends perfectly with the other elements of the Christmas story. Peace on earth. Good will to men. A gently twinkling …
Why Read Revelation?
Read Revelation 1:1–20 If someone suggests, “Let’s study Revelation,” responses vary. Some shy away from this book, thinking only scholars can understand it. Others read it like any other book of the Bible, believing the Holy Spirit will reveal new truths. Still others read it to sense the awesome majesty and power of God and to worship Him. The book …