What this blog is about and what I hope it does...

I hope this will be a simple fun tool for us to grow in our understanding and surrender to God through the Bible as we connect over the web. Reading the Bible is both simple and difficult. What could be easier than opening a book and reading? Yet we've all done that and wondered what sections of the Bible mean? What's with the book of Leviticus? What is Revelation really about? Is the Song of Songs about marital love or is it supposed to be more 'spiritual' than that?

So, my intent is for this blog to be a tool that helps us in our faith. A forum for better understanding. An honest place of sharing that nurtures us as we follow Jesus together.

(There are a few resources I have included under "PAGES" that may be a helpful start, especially to those newer to reading the Bible. It's located just below this and to the right. Also included is a READING OUTLINE. If you miss a day, go on to the next rather than trying to catch up.)

ONE LAST NOTE: you don't have to join or set up an account to share comments. Just click 'comment' at the bottom of a post, click the drop down and click 'anonymous.' Then write your post and if you want sign it with your first name and finish by clicking 'Post comment.' I would love to hear your thoughts.

3.10.2010

The Gospel According to Mark it is...

OK, I'm leaning toward Mark...he's sitting next to me in the library and has chocolate chip cookies.

OK, really, I think we'll start with Mark and I'll plan to get us reading on Friday the 12th. I'll include a suggested reading outline that will be heaviest near the end so that we are following Mark's presentation of Jesus' final week during our Holy Week...that will be cool. In fact Mark is intentional and explicit about leading us from day to day during that final week.

Keep in mind that chapters and verses for the Bible came long after the Bible was written, so the sections we read won't necessarily line up neatly that way.

After Easter, we'll switch it up and start with something different.

Keep in mind, I'm open to suggestions, fruitful rabbit trails, and interesting biblical texts that are on your mind.

Until Friday, I'll pray about our experience together, and look forward to our exchanges!
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  1. Dave WybleMarch 11, 2010 at 8:00 AM

    This is great Matt. Any way to increase the focus onto Holy Week is a Good Thing for me.

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