Disciple (n./v.): The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:1-28 The things of man are so attractive. We think we can see. We think we can understand. We even think we can warn the Messiah himself against self-destruction. Get behind Jesus, give up your Satanic ways, take up your cross, follow and die. It’s the only way … Read more
Sunday, August 18, 2012 Readings: Deuteronomy 30:11-20, Romans 10:5-17, Matthew 15:1-28 GodSpeak Readings for Disciple (n./v.): Matthew 15 [divider_line] Watch
Disciple (n./v.): The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 15:1-39 ”Wash your hands before you eat!” It’s good advice for proper hygiene. The Pharisees and the teachers of the law had other motivations. Maybe they should listen to the Canaanite woman… Monday, August 12 Read Matthew 15:1-20. The Pharisees were blind to the ways in which their … Read more
Sunday, August 4, 2012 Readings: Psalm 84, Romans 12:9-21, Matthew 13:21-52 GodSpeak Readings for Disciple (n./v.): Matthew 13:24-58 [divider_line] Watch
Disciple (n./v.): The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 14:1-36 While the wicked revel, Jesus feeds his thousands from a meager meal. While the wind and waves roil, Peter walks on water. Feel the tension? “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” Monday, August 5 Read Matthew 14:1-21. Compare Herod’s birthday feast with the feast Jesus … Read more
Disciple (n./v.): The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:24-58 “The Kingdom of Heaven is like…” Jesus gives the people a sneak peek at what his Kingdom will look like once he establishes it. Read closely. Jesus is talking about you. Monday, July 29 Read Matthew 13:24-43. What is the purpose of these parables? What are they … Read more
Sunday, July 28, 2012 Readings: Isaiah 55:10-13, 1 John 2:20-27, Matthew 13:1-23 GodSpeak Readings for Disciple (n./v.): Matthew 13:1-23 [divider_line] Watch
Disciple (n./v.): The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:1-23 It’s storytime with Jesus and even the disciples are confused. No, Jesus isn’t a bad storyteller. He knows what he’s doing. Confused? It’s time for new eyes or new ears. Monday, July 22 Read Matthew 13:1-23. Does Jesus intentionally want to confuse us with the parables? If … Read more
Sunday, July 21, 2012 Readings: Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-7, Philippians 4:4-9, Matthew 12:22-37 GodSpeak Readings for Disciple (n./v.): Matthew 12:22-50 [divider_line] Watch
Sunday, July 14, 2012 Readings: Exodus 20:1-11, Colossians 2:6-17, Matthew 12:1-21 GodSpeak Readings for Disciple (n./v.): Matthew 12:1-21 [divider_line] Watch