We didn't begin any new books of the Bible this week so there isn't anything to discuss on the broad timeline, however, I did notice something interesting this week when viewing a chart that showed a harmony of the gospels. This would be more of a mini-timeline
Have you ever noticed how many events John recorded that happened after the Passover (The Last Supper) but before the crucifixion? According to John, many things happened between them. In his gospel the supper takes place in chapter 13 but the crucifixion itself isn't recorded until chapter 19.
The other gospels are not quite so detailed. Matthew records The Last Supper in chapter 26 and the crucifixion in the next. Mark records the supper in chapter 14 and the crucifixion in chapter 15. Likewise, Luke records the events in succeeding chapters telling about the supper in chapter 22 and the crucifixion in chapter 23.
John managed to provide us with so many more details than did the other gospel writers. It is as though he relived every moment over and over again in his mind and was able to recall exact details concerning words and actions. Trauma will sometimes help someone recollect things about a loved one and the Holy Spirit seems to have given John that ability.
And aren't we glad He did! It is from John's gospel that we learn that Jesus comforted his disciples about his leaving (chapter 14) and prayed for all of us who believe on Him (chapter 17). What an encouragement it is to have these added details to round out the scriptural account!
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Memory Monday
Just so you know, I'm working on the passage from last week. I knew mentioning chocolate rewards would motivate me. Just kidding. I don't save chocolate as a reward. :)
Here are a few verses that I spotted that I already know or wish that I knew better. There are a few passages in here, too, just in case anyone needs more of a challenge. I don't think I'll be trying to do one of those this week because I don't have the one from last week memorized yet.
And the Passages
Are there any verses from our readings - this week or last - that should be added to the list? Share them in the comments!
Here are a few verses that I spotted that I already know or wish that I knew better. There are a few passages in here, too, just in case anyone needs more of a challenge. I don't think I'll be trying to do one of those this week because I don't have the one from last week memorized yet.
Old Testament
- Job 7:17-18
- Job 9:32-33
- Job 13:15
- Job 14:1
- Job 14:14
- Job 19:25
- John 10:9
- John 10:11
- John 10:27
- John 12:24-25
- John 13:34-35
- John 14:27
- John 15:13
- John 17:3
And the Passages
- Job 19:23-27
- John 14:1-7 (I memorized this one when I was in 2nd grade. I can still quote it very well.)
- John 15:1-5
Are there any verses from our readings - this week or last - that should be added to the list? Share them in the comments!
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Bible Reading Schedule for January 9-15, 2012
Please note: It's not too late to begin NOW. You can easily make up the missed days.
Or you can request a modified schedule that was adapted for a group that will begin reading on January 11th. The modified version gradually catches up the missed 8 days through January and February and requires slightly more reading until it syncs with the posted version on March 1st.
The complete 2012 reading schedule and the modified one are available as printable pdf or MS Word files (please specify) upon request to Karabeth6@gmail.com.
Or you can request a modified schedule that was adapted for a group that will begin reading on January 11th. The modified version gradually catches up the missed 8 days through January and February and requires slightly more reading until it syncs with the posted version on March 1st.
The complete 2012 reading schedule and the modified one are available as printable pdf or MS Word files (please specify) upon request to Karabeth6@gmail.com.
January 9-15
Monday, January 9th
- Job 6-8
- John 10
- Job 9, 10
- John 11, 12
- Job 11-13
- John 13
- Job 14, 15
- John 14
- Job 16, 17
- John 15
- Job 18, 19
- John 16, 17
- This day is set aside to read any scheduled scripture portions that have not been completed.
Friday, January 6, 2012
Free Friday: Family Vacation Part 1
Exactly one month ago today Pastor Dad, the Bear, and I caught a late flight to Las Vegas for our family vacation. Las Vegas might not be what comes to most peoples' minds when they think of a "family" vacation, but in our case we already have "family" there, specifically Lisa and Dan, who also took vacation time so they could spend the week with us. And there are many "family" things to do in and around Vegas even if it does mean avoiding The Strip as much as possible.
When we landed in Vegas it was still December 6th by local clocks but early in the morning of the 7th by the ones in Cincinnati. Since we told Lisa we'd be there before her birthday we technically kept that promise as long as we used her clock as the standard and not ours. This seemed to be satisfactory even if it did mean some of us suffered a bit from jetlag.
If you remember, I went to Vegas last year to be with Lisa on her birthday because Dan had deployed just a few days before. Actually he left the day after I got there. Coincidence? :)
I must say that as "happy" as I tried to make last year's birthday visit, this year's was much, much, much happier with the addition of the men: Dan, Pastor Dad, and The Bear. No comparison!!!
The first day of our sight-seeing itinerary, which was Lisa's birthday, included a visit to a chocolate factory. Free samples!!!! Yum! These guys, the M&Ms, aren't made in Las Vegas but they were enticing greeters at the Esther M Chocolate factory.
Serious chocolate aficionados like myself want to know where their chocolate originates. Perhaps I'll plan future vacations around other chocolate factory tours. Who knows? And The Bear might be interested in touring the plant where his beloved Skittles are made. Most folks plan around beaches or mountains. I plan around chocolate. (Just kidding, although that Hershey's tour on the way back from NYC several years ago sure hit the spot.)
The factory also has a beautiful cactus garden to tour. It was decorated with seasonal lights, but since we were there in the daylight hours we didn't see it lit up. We found the various varieties of cactus to be interesting enough without artificial illumination!
I took so many pictures that I need to post them a few at a time. Enjoy visiting Vegas with us via our pictoral journal. And try not to envy those who live in an area of perpetual warmth. I know I was experiencing it earlier this week when the temperatures rapidly dropped and the ice made the roads slippery.
When we landed in Vegas it was still December 6th by local clocks but early in the morning of the 7th by the ones in Cincinnati. Since we told Lisa we'd be there before her birthday we technically kept that promise as long as we used her clock as the standard and not ours. This seemed to be satisfactory even if it did mean some of us suffered a bit from jetlag.
If you remember, I went to Vegas last year to be with Lisa on her birthday because Dan had deployed just a few days before. Actually he left the day after I got there. Coincidence? :)
I must say that as "happy" as I tried to make last year's birthday visit, this year's was much, much, much happier with the addition of the men: Dan, Pastor Dad, and The Bear. No comparison!!!
The first day of our sight-seeing itinerary, which was Lisa's birthday, included a visit to a chocolate factory. Free samples!!!! Yum! These guys, the M&Ms, aren't made in Las Vegas but they were enticing greeters at the Esther M Chocolate factory.
Serious chocolate aficionados like myself want to know where their chocolate originates. Perhaps I'll plan future vacations around other chocolate factory tours. Who knows? And The Bear might be interested in touring the plant where his beloved Skittles are made. Most folks plan around beaches or mountains. I plan around chocolate. (Just kidding, although that Hershey's tour on the way back from NYC several years ago sure hit the spot.)
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| My dream job, but profits would go down if I worked here. That, or it would cure me of my addiction. |
The factory also has a beautiful cactus garden to tour. It was decorated with seasonal lights, but since we were there in the daylight hours we didn't see it lit up. We found the various varieties of cactus to be interesting enough without artificial illumination!
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| Dan, Lisa (The Birthday Girl), and The Bear with a few "friends" who have "good taste" (because they're having their picture made with my kiddos! What did you think I meant?) |
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| Gram and Pastor Dad smiling in the Nevada sunshine |
I took so many pictures that I need to post them a few at a time. Enjoy visiting Vegas with us via our pictoral journal. And try not to envy those who live in an area of perpetual warmth. I know I was experiencing it earlier this week when the temperatures rapidly dropped and the ice made the roads slippery.
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