Recent Entries - Day 48 - Feb. 19, 2010
- Day 47 - Feb. 18, 2010
- Day 46 - Feb. 17, 2010
- Day 45 - Feb. 16, 2010
- Day 44 - Feb. 15, 2010
- Day 43 - Feb 14, 2010
- Day 42 - February 13, 2010
- Day 41- Feb. 12, 2010
- Day 40 - Feb. 11, 2010
- Day 39 - Feb. 10, 2010
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St Paul reads The Bible in 90 Days - Entries written by Chris Christopher
FriFridayFebFebruary19th2010
Day 48 - Feb. 19, 2010
Today's Reading: Ecclesiastes 3 - Song of Songs Something to Ponder: What does Ecclessiastes 3:1-8 suggest to you about being prepared for life? Today's Key Verse: There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under heaven: a time... More
FriFridayFebFebruary19th2010
Day 47 - Feb. 18, 2010
Today's Reading: Proverbs 20 - Ecclesiastes 2 Something to Ponder: Name something that you know you are foolish about (Proverbs 28:26). How can you change this? Today's Key Verse: Even a child is known by his actions, by whether his conduct is pure... More
FriFridayFebFebruary19th2010
Day 46 - Feb. 17, 2010
Today's Reading: Proverbs 7-19 Something to Ponder: Which of today's proverbs resonates with you most? What about posting it on your mirror or fridge? Today's Key Verse: There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.... More
FriFridayFebFebruary19th2010
Day 45 - Feb. 16, 2010
Today's Reading: Psalms 135 - Proverbs 6 Something to Ponder: Today, why do you need to "trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding?" (Prov 3:5) Today's Key Verse : Above all else guard your heart, for it is the... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary18th2010
Day 44 - Feb. 15, 2010
Reading for Today: Psalms 108-134 Something to Ponder: At this halfway point, write your own "Ode to Scripture" such as might be found in Psalm 119. Key Verse for Today: Psalm 119:11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary17th2010
Day 43 - Feb 14, 2010
Today's Reading: Psalms 89-107 Something to Ponder: Find your favorite concept in Psalm 103:8-18 and tell why you like it. Key Verse for Today: Psalm 100:1-2 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary17th2010
Day 42 - February 13, 2010
Today's Reading: Psalms 69-88 Something to Ponder: Do you hear yourself in any of these psalms? Today's Key Verse: Psalm 86:15 But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness. Reminder: Read... More
FriFridayFebFebruary12th2010
Day 41- Feb. 12, 2010
Today's Reading: Psalms 45-68 Something to Ponder: Psalm 51 What teaching about sin in Psalm 51 grabs your attention? Key Verse for Today: "Create in me a clean heart O God, and renew a right spirit within me." Encouragement for Today: I am busily... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary11th2010
Day 40 - Feb. 11, 2010
Today's Reading: Psalms 25-44 Something to Ponder: When have you experienced one of the ways God cares for you found in Psalm 34? Today's Key Verse: Psalms 41:1 "Blessed is he who has regard for the weak; the LORD delivers him in times of trouble. "... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary10th2010
Day 39 - Feb. 10, 2010
Today's Reading: Job 42 - Psalm 24 Something to Ponder: Find a life lesson in Psalm 1 and explain it. Today's Key Verse: Psalm 1: 1-3 "Blessed is the one who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners, or sit in the... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary9th2010
Day 38 - February 9, 2010
Today's Reading: Job 25-41 Something to Ponder: Job 38-41 What's one thing God says of himself that you never thought of before? Today's Key Verse: "Everything under heaven belongs to me." Job 41:11b Encouragement for Today: "My custom is to read... More
MonMondayFebFebruary8th2010
Day 37 - February 8, 2010
Today's Reading: Job 7-24 Something to Ponder: What are some of the worst things to say to someone who's suffering? (Job 1-23) Today's Key Verse: Job 8:20-22 Surely God does not reject a blameless man or strengthen the hands of evildoers. He will... More
SunSundayFebFebruary7th2010
Day 36 - February 7
Today's Reading: Nehemiah 13 - Job 6 Something to Ponder: What's your favorite moment in the Esther story and why? (Esther 1-10) Today's Key Verse: Esther 4:12-16 think that because you are in the king's house you alone of all the Jews will escape.... More
SatSaturdayFebFebruary6th2010
Day 35 - February 6
Today's Reading: Nehemiah 1-12 Something to Ponder: Nehemiah 1:5-11; 2: 4; 4:4 What place does Nehemiah's prayer life play in his leadership? Today's Key Verse: Nehemiah 8:10 Nehemiah said, "Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some... More
FriFridayFebFebruary5th2010
Day 34 - February 5, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Chronicles 35 - Ezra 10 Something to Ponder: What difficulties did the Jews experience during rebuilding, and does that remind you of any of your experiences? (Ezra 1-9) Today's Key Verse: Ezra 3:11 With praise and thanksgiving... More
ThuThursdayFebFebruary4th2010
Day 33 - February 4, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Chronicles 23-34 Something to Ponder: Israel loved, loved, loved their false gods. What are some of the false gods in our culture today, and how do they affect you? Key Verse for Today: Hezekiah... did right in the eyes of the... More
WedWednesdayFebFebruary3rd2010
Day 32 - February 3, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Chronicles 7-22 Something to Ponder: 2 Chronicles 7:14 God promises to heal the land if Israel will keep certain conditions. Which conditions do you think are most important today? Key Verse for Today: 2 Chronicles 13:10a As for... More
TueTuesdayFebFebruary2nd2010
Day 31 - February 2, 2010
Reading for Today: 1 Chronicles 24 - 2 Chronicles 6 Something to Ponder: 1 Chronicles 28:8-21 What are some things David says to Solomon that you would want to say to your son before you die? Key Verse for Today: 1 Chronicles 29:25 The LORD highly... More
MonMondayFebFebruary1st2010
Day 30 - February 1, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 10-23 Something to Ponder: 1 Chronicles 21 Why do you think David's census was such a bad thing in God's eyes? Key Verse for Today: 1 Chronicles 16:8 "Give thanks to the LORD, call on his name; make known among the... More
SunSundayJanJanuary31st2010
Day 29 - January 31, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Chronicles 1-9 Something to Ponder: To root our faith in history, the biblical writers included, at various times, genealogies, to connect past events to the current ones. As you read, or tried to read these lists, did a sense of... More
SunSundayJanJanuary31st2010
Day 28 - January 30, 2010
Reading for Today: 2 Kings 15-25 Something to Ponder: 2 Kings 18, 20 Hezekiah stands out as the king who removed the high places. What qualities characterized his reign? Key Verse for Today: 2 Kings 18:5 Hezekiah trusted in the LORD, the God of... More
SunSundayJanJanuary31st2010
Day 27 - January 29, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Kings 4-15 Something to Ponder: 2 Kings 3-7 Many of Elisha's actions foreshadow Christ. List as many as you can. Key Verse for Today: The stew was poured out for the men, but as they began to eat it, they cried out, "O man of God,... More
SunSundayJanJanuary31st2010
Day 26 - January 28, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Kings 16- 2Kings 4 Something to Ponder: 1 Kings 19:11-13 Why do you think that God speaks in a whisper? Key Verse for Today: 1 Kings 19:11-13a "The LORD said, 'Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the LORD, for the... More
FriFridayJanJanuary29th2010
Day 25 - January 27, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Kings 7 - 15 Something to Ponder: Have you ever listened to the advice of your peers and been steered wrong? What happened? (1 Kings 12:1-15) Key Verse for Today: 1 Kings 6:38-1 Kings 7:1 In the eleventh year in the month of Bul,... More
FriFridayJanJanuary29th2010
Day 24 - January 26, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 22 - 1 Kings 7 Something to Ponder: If you could ask God for ONE thing, what would it be? (1 Kings 3:5-15) Key Verse for Today: 1 Kings 2:1-3 When the time drew near for David to die, he gave a charge to Solomon his son. "I... More
MonMondayJanJanuary25th2010
Day 23 - January 25, 2010
Today's Reading: 2 Samuel 12-21 Something to Ponder: What were David's shortcomings as a father? (2 Samuel 12-19) Key Verse for Today: "The king was shaken. He went up to the room over the gateway and wept. As he went, he said, 'O my son Absalom! If... More
SunSundayJanJanuary24th2010
Day 22 - January 24, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Samuel 28-2 Samuel 11 Something to Ponder: Do you know of any modern-day Mephibosheth stories? (2 Sameul 9) Key Verse for Today: "But the LORD said to Samuel, 'Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him.... More
SatSaturdayJanJanuary23rd2010
Day 21 - January 23
Today's Reading: 1 Samuel 16-27 Something to Ponder: What Goliaths have you successfully slain? What was in your sling? Reminder: As we finish our third week of reading, remember to read ATTENTIVELY, even sections that are repetitive . Why is there... More
FriFridayJanJanuary22nd2010
Day 20 - January 22, 2010
Today's Reading: 1 Samuel 2-15 Something to Ponder: Have you ever heard God speaking to you? How do you listen for God? Key Verse: 1 Samuel 12:23 "As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by failing to pray for you. And I will... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary21st2010
Day 19 - January 21, 2010
Today's Reading: Judges 15- 1 Samuel 2 Some Things to Ponder: There is a lot of stuff in today's readings: Samson, Ruth, etc... What jumps out at you from today's readings? What made you stop and reread a section? Anything new? Anything affirming?... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary20th2010
Day 18 - January 20, 2010
Today Reading: Judges 4-14 Something to Ponder: Have fleeces ever worked for you? (Judges 6:36-40) Today's Key Verse: "But Gideon told them, I will not rule over you,nor will my son rule over you. The LORD will rule over you" Judges 8:23 Today's... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary20th2010
Day 17 - January 19, 2010
Today's Reading: Joshua 15 - Judges 3 Something to Ponder: What do you notice that caused Israel to plummet into rebellion so quickly? (Judges 2:6-15) Today's Key Verse: "But if serving the LORD seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves... More
TueTuesdayJanJanuary19th2010
Day 16, January 18, 2010
Today's Reading: Joshua 1- 14 Something to Ponder: When, if ever, is it okay to lie? (Joshua 2:5) Today's Key Verse: "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with... More
MonMondayJanJanuary18th2010
Day 15, January 17, 2010
Today's Reading: Deuteronomy 23-34 Some Things to Ponder: You are Moses, standing on Mt. Nebo, gazing over the river at the Promised Land. What are you thinking? Today's Key Verse: "Then the LORD said to him, ' This is the land I promised on oath to... More
MonMondayJanJanuary18th2010
Day 14 - January 16, 2010
Today's Reading: Deuteronomy 8 - 22 Some Things to Ponder What do you think about these "tithing" directions? (Deuteronomy 14:22-28) Where are you in your walk with the Lord? Are there things other than money that you tithe to the work of the Lord?... More
ThuThursdayJanJanuary7th2010
Day 5
Readings for today: Exodus 1-14 The timeline jumps 400 years into the future from the end of Genesis. The honored clans of Israel, because of Joseph, now find themselves subjugated into slavery because their story is no longer remembered among the... More
WedWednesdayJanJanuary6th2010
Day 4
Text for today: Genesis 40 through Genesis 50 Today, we find a continuation of the story about Joseph, Isaac's 11th son. He has been jailed, as he was falsely accused by Potiphar's wife, and finds himself interpreting the dreams of 2 of Pharaoh's... More
TueTuesdayJanJanuary5th2010
Day 3
Reading Text for Today: Genesis 28- Genesis 39
MonMondayJanJanuary4th2010
Day 2
Reading Assignment for Today: Genesis 17- Genesis 28 Synopsis: This section tells the story of Abraham and Sarah and the fulfillment of God's promise to them to bless them with a child.. a child through whom God would bless the world. As this... More
SunSundayJanJanuary3rd2010
Day One
Reading for today: Genesis 1 through Genesis 16:16
FriFridayJanJanuary1st2010
Why read the Bible anymore?
Why read the Bible anymore? Is it still relevant? What does a 3500 year old story have to do with me? These are good questions, and questions that beg an answer. Join me and the members of St. Paul Lutheran Church- Startown, in Newton, NC as we read... More
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