From Prayer to Persecution

The Path of Love Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: John 17–18 As we continue our journey Thru the Bible in a Year, today’s reading moves us from one of the holiest moments in all of Scripture—the prayer of Jesus in John 17—to one of the darkest hours in human history, the betrayalContinue reading “From Prayer to Persecution”

From Prayer to Persecution

The Path of Love Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: John 17–18 As we continue our journey Thru the Bible in a Year, today’s reading moves us from one of the holiest moments in all of Scripture—the prayer of Jesus in John 17—to one of the darkest hours in human history, the betrayalContinue reading “From Prayer to Persecution”

The Light That Opens Eyes and Hearts

Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Focus: John 8–9 Seeing the Truth That Sets Us Free When we open John 8 and 9, we find ourselves in the thick of confrontation. These chapters reveal two powerful themes that continue to echo through the centuries: the battle between darkness and light, and the miracle ofContinue reading “The Light That Opens Eyes and Hearts”

Living Water and Lasting Faith

Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: John 4–5 As we move further into the Gospel of John, the pace of Jesus’ ministry begins to unfold in ways that reveal both His humanity and His divinity. Today’s reading brings us through His ministry in Samaria, Galilee, and Judea—each location revealing a different layer ofContinue reading “Living Water and Lasting Faith”

From the Cross to the Crown

Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: Luke 23–24  When we open Luke 23 and 24, we stand at the threshold of the most sacred ground in all of Scripture—the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Gospel that began with angels singing in Bethlehem now closes with angels proclaiming an empty tomb. InContinue reading “From the Cross to the Crown”

When the End Meets the Beginning

Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: Luke 21–22 There is a striking transition between these two chapters of Luke’s Gospel. One closes the curtain on Jesus’ public ministry; the other opens the final act of His earthly life. Luke 21 gives us a panoramic view of the future—what Jesus calls “the days toContinue reading “When the End Meets the Beginning”

From Jericho to Jerusalem

Salvation, Service, and Surrender Thru the Bible in a Year Luke’s account of Jesus’ journey from Jericho to Jerusalem brings us to the edge of history’s greatest turning point—the cross. These chapters, Luke 19 and 20, pull us close to the heartbeat of Jesus as He moves steadily toward His crucifixion and resurrection. We watchContinue reading “From Jericho to Jerusalem”

Lessons Along the Road to Jerusalem

Thru the Bible in a Year As we journey through Luke 17 and 18, we walk beside Jesus on His way to Jerusalem, where the cross awaits. These chapters read like a travel diary filled with moments of teaching, healing, prayer, and warning. Each step reveals more about the heart of Christ and what itContinue reading “Lessons Along the Road to Jerusalem”

Lessons at the Table

Thru the Bible in a Year As we journey through Luke 14–16, we find ourselves seated at the table with Jesus—not just as observers, but as learners. These chapters reveal the heart of His teaching ministry. Whether dining with Pharisees, speaking to crowds, or welcoming sinners, Jesus turned every meal and every moment into aContinue reading “Lessons at the Table”

The Counselor and Communicator

Thru the Bible in a Year Scripture Reading: Luke 12–13 Christ the Teacher: His Classroom Is Everywhere Jesus never restricted His teaching to the synagogue or the mountaintop. He turned every road, meal, and interruption into an opportunity for revelation. In Luke 12 and 13, we find Him instructing His disciples privately and confronting crowdsContinue reading “The Counselor and Communicator”