Peter #2, Invited into God, 1 Peter 1:1-9
Pastor Doug Fakkema on June 10, 2018
Pastor Doug Fakkema on June 10, 2018
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Elijah #1 1 Kings 17.1-24 2018.04.15
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Elijah #2 So These People Will Know 2 Kings 18 2018.04.22
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Elijah #3 Provision 17.1-24 2018.04.29
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Elijah #4 Naboth and Jezebel 2018.04.15
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Elijah #5 2 Kings 2 Ascension Like Jesus 2018.05.13
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Acts #2 A New Beginning Acts 2 2018.05.20
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Romans #17 ch. 15.1-13 2018.01.28
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Reading this week: Psalm 69
One of the most often quoted of the Psalms, Psalm 69 is Messianic, reflecting the prayer of the suffering servant (and so, the Suffering Servant). This week, look for what Psalm 69 teaches us about the love of Jesus.
Monday: Psalm 69:1-5, The prayer of desperation
The opening of this prayer reflects the heart of desperation and repentance. How does David’s desperation lead to his repentance? What does David’s repentance teach you about the sin in our own lives?
Tuesday: Psalm 69:6-12, The prayer of the suffering servant
In these verses, the psalmist shares the feelings of isolation that can accompany the servant of God. Jesus felt the ultimate in desertion for our sake. How does David’s “zeal for [God’s] house” led to insults? What do you learn from David’s and Jesus’ response to insults?
Wednesday: Psalm 69: 13-18, The prayer of the confident
David appeals to God’s goodness and loyal love for his deliverance. Why is David so sure that God will deliver him? When have you had this kind of confidence in God’s love?
Thursday: Psalm 69:19-21, On the cross
Matthew alludes to these verses in Matthew 27:48, when Jesus was offered vinegar while on the cross. What “gall” or “vinegar” has the world offered you? How did God provide when you were most in need of his comfort?
Friday: Psalm 69:22-28, The high cost of sin
Sin carries its own cost, even before God’s judgment is factored in. What impact has the curse had on your life and family? How have both God’s righteousness and justice been reflected in your response to sin?
Saturday: Psalm 69:29-36, The song of praise
David completes his prayer with words of praise and invites heaven and earth to join his song! How has God’s work led to praise in your life this week? Whom are you inviting to join this praise choir?
Romans 14:1-23
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Reading this week: Freedom in Galatians
Paul’s letter to the Galatian church is a wonderful look into his concern for and God’s plan for Christian freedom. As you read Galatians, watch for encouragement for both the weak and the strong believers there. What are the disciplines of the mature believer?
Monday: Galatians 1:1-24, The Gospel
Paul sees legalism as a different gospel. What is the center of the true gospel (see 1:3-4), and what are the signs of the different gospel? How did you first receive this true gospel?
Tuesday: Galatians 2:1-21, The cost of freedom
How did Titus’ decision regarding the “disputable matter” of circumcision reflect his freedom? What cost have you paid in order to “go to the Gentiles”?
Wednesday: Galatians 3:1-25, The priority of faith
Abraham is Paul’s ultimate picture of faith. How has Abraham’s faith been a model for you? When were you fully away of the power of God’s gracious promises?
Thursday: Galatians 3:26-4:20, Sons and Slaves
Daughters and sons have a very special place in God’s economy of grace. How has the reality of being a child of God made your freedom in Christ easier to accept fully?
Friday: Galatians 4:21-5:15, Law vs. Freedom
Paul wonderfully sees no tension between standing firm in one’s freedom and expressing one’s faith in love. When have you been able to express to your neighbor both your freedom and your love?
Saturday: Galatians 5:16-26, Live by the Spirit
Yes, the final check on the misuse of my freedom is the work of the Holy Spirit in my life. How has the fruit of the Spirit (it is a singular fruit!) helped you finish the job that your freedom in Christ began?
Sunday: Galatians 6:1-18, What counts is New Creation
Yes, this is an extra day of reading, but Paul’s final words to too good to miss. Verses 14-15 are the theme of the mature believer. How has New Creation become real in your life?
1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11, Are You Ready for the Angels?
Third Week of Advent
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Are You Ready for the Angels?
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