Daniel 2:1-30 Dreams of Tyrants
Nebuchadnezzar creates an impossible situation for the magicians, enchanters and sorcerers. But God, working through Daniel, saves the day – naturally.
1 Corinthians 7:10-16 On Divorce
Pastors and Bible Scholars often quote the words of Jesus in Matthew and Mark as the end-all teaching on marriage, divorce, and remarriage. But Jesus only answered specific questions. Paul gives a fuller treatment in this chapter.
Mark 14:22-31 Supper and a Prediction
After supper (Passover meal), at, or on the way to, the Mount of Olives Jesus makes a prediction of His abandonment by the disciples. He cites Zechariah. Let’s look at that passage.
Daniel 1:1-21 Introduction
An introduction to Daniel, and a quick look at the first chapter.
1 Corinthians 7:1-9 On Marriage
Responding to questions from the Church, Paul begins a discourse on marriage, divorce, remarriage, and celibacy. In these verses Paul establishes the foundation.
Mark 14:12-21 Passover Supper
Details of the Passover Supper are given here and we add more from the other gospels to get a better picture of the Passover and the timing in the Passion Week.
Obadiah 1:1-21 Against Edom
In this short book God warns of impending judgment against Edom because of their shameful treatment of Israel.
Mark 14:1-11 Wanted, Anointed and Betrayed
It is hard to imagine all of the emotion Mark packs into just these eleven verses. He tells of the contract put on Jesus, His anointment by Mary, and the betrayal by Judas. Wow, what a passage.
Habakkuk 3:1-19 The Song of Habakkuk
Habakkuk, like Job, has seen the Majesty of God. The text doesn’t tells us if it was in a vision, or how it happened, but Habakkuk is completely humbled by the overwhelming Majesty of God. This is his song of praise.
1 Corinthians 6:1-11 Our Day in Court
This was a troublesome church. Members taking one-another to court over trivial cases. Paul gives them a strong rebuke, and points out how in their quest to “win”, God is defamed.
