Tips for Reading the Creation Stories (Genesis 1-3)
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Very few words have caused more disagreement than the opening stories in the Book of Genesis. As you read through these familiar words, here are a few tips to help you discern the powerful importance of and meaning within the words. To understand the Bible, you must let the words speak for themselves, without adding to or taking from the powerful message within the text. These steps may help you to do this: First, forget everything you have ever heard or thought about the creation stories. All too often we read between the lines and add unwritten editorial comments. Then focus on...
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A Bible Study Journal for Your Lifetime: Make Your Own Bible Study Journal
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The Lifetime Bible Journal is a place to keep your personal notes as you read and study the Bible. This journal will help you to grow in your faith, year after year. For those who teach or preach from the Bible, this tool is essential for a lifetime of effectiveness. The more attention to give to it, the more likely this journal will become one of most important resources for your ability to grow in faith and in wisdom. Here you can follow your curiosity to study people, places, and events. Here you can leave questions unanswered. Perhaps here you can note the answers to these questions,...
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The Gospel of Luke with a Summary of the Synoptic Gospels
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The Gospel of Luke is a magnificent telling of the life and work of Jesus. But there is much more to this writing than what meets the eye. There are some elements of this writing that cannot be translated into 21st century American English. Dr Green will discuss Luke's Gospel and the life-changing resurrection of Jesus from the dead. Dr Green will also compare the three Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke). Reading these three together will give you insight into the world of the eyewitnesses to the life of Jesus, and their commitment to sharing these events with you. There...
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The Christmas Story (The Gospel of Luke)
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Merry Christmas! This special episode is the Christmas Story, as found in the Gospel of Luke (chapter 2). Resources mentioned in this video (with links to purchase the books): Read On! A Guide for Reading Through the Bible by David H Green ( This link is part of an Affiliate relationship with Amazon. If you use these links to make a purchase, I may receive a small commission (at no added cost to you). Olive Tree Bible App (available at ) The app and some of its resources are free. Use coupon code "LifeAndFaith15" for a 15% discount on online purchases. This...
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The Gospel of Mark
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The Gospel of Mark is a foundational part of the New Testament. Written earlier than other New Testament texts, the Gospel of Mark is an unvarnished presentation of the life and work of Jesus. In this show, Dr. Green will look to the beginning and the endings found in the Gospel of Mark. Together these clearly reveal the heart of Mark's message. Mark is clear that Jesus is the Messiah, the anointed Son of God, who has come to fulfill the work predicted by the ancient prophets. This video series encourages you to read through the Bible each year, using Read On! A Guide for Reading Through...
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Five Speeches by Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew
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Jesus teaches some of his most important lessons in the Gospel of Matthew. Here you can find five speeches that, when read together, reveal details of the relationship between Jesus and his disciples. In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus speaks to his original audience. Even more than that, Jesus speaks through them to our modern world. His lessons are powerful and personal. The invitation to follow Jesus is an invitation to a life filled with opportunities and challenges and blessings beyond imagination. A life of true faith – a faith that is part of your day, every day - begins with...
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Matthew's Story
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The Gospel of Matthew appears in the form of a story. Written and presented for ordinary people, the story is understandable and deeply moving. Written for an audience that lives in a world much like ours, the faith of the church becomes accessible. This video introduces Matthew's story. A great way to begin reading through the Bible, you can start today! Resources mentioned in this video (with links to purchase the books): Read On! A Guide for Reading Through the Bible by David H Green ( Matthew as Story by Jack Dean Kingsbury ( These...
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Read the Bible in One Year
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Many people try. Some even succeed. This is your invitation to join us as we read throught the Bible, beginning December 1, 2023. We will start in the Gospel of Matthew. Our daily readings can be found in "Read On! A Guide for Reading Through the Bible in One Year." The guide is available on Amazon. Reading through the Bible each year may be the most helpful discipline for living your life of faith in your daily life. Reading through the Bible can be difficult. But it is well worth the effort. Reading through the Bible will change your heart and reshapre your priorities. By...
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Thanksgiving Day and Giving Thanks
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Thanksgiving Day and Giving Thanks “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, ESV) In the United States we are preparing to celebrate our annual Thanksgiving Holiday. This event is celebrated with a national holiday, sporting events, and a great feast. Millions of people will travel great distances to be with family and friends. But, in all this hectic work of going, doing, visiting, and eating, are we taking time to be grateful and to give thanks? Today we reflect on the...
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Gratitude and Hope
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Without gratitude, there is no hope. Without hope, there can be no gratitude. Our national tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving is an enduring observance of hope for the future. In the past, our nation has had an annual thanksgiving observance, even in a time of uncertainty or tragedy. Looking at a few of these difficult celebrations (1793, 1863, and 1963), we can see the pattern of hope that inspires and defines our nations. Looking to a similar moment in Biblical history (Lamentations 5), we will see the same pattern connecting gratitude and hope. Program Note: On...
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Our national tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving is an enduring observance of hope for the future. In the past, our nation has had an annual thanksgiving observance, even in a time of uncertainty or tragedy. Looking at a few of these difficult celebrations (1793, 1863, and 1963), we can see the pattern of hope that inspires and defines our nations. Looking to a similar moment in Biblical history (Lamentations 5), we will see the same pattern connecting gratitude and hope.
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On December 1, we will begin reading through the Bible in one year. Each Wednesday, this podcast will add depth and understanding to the readings. Occasionally we will take time to study something that piques our curiosity. Even though you don't need to read through the Bible to benefit from these 20-minute lessons, you may wish to do so. The Bible Reading Guide can be purchased online at Amazon in paperback or Kindle editions. (Because this is an affiliate link, I receive a small commission from each purchase. There is no added cost to you.)