Topic:The True Servant Bible in a Year: Hosea 1–4 Revelation 1 Being found in appearance as a man, [Jesus] humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! Philippians 2:6–11 In 27 bc, the Roman ruler Octavian came before the Senate to lay down his powers. He’d won a civil war, become the sole ruler of that region …
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Topic:God’s Guidance Bible in a Year: Daniel 11–12 Jude Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take or sit in the company of mockers. Psalm 1:1–3 When their bank accidentally deposited $120,000 into their account, a couple went on a shopping spree. They purchased an SUV, a …
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Topic:On the Same Team Bible in a Year: Daniel 8–10 3 John Encourage one another and build each other up. 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11, 16–18 When Philadelphia Eagle’s quarterback Carson Wentz returned to the field after healing from a severe injury, the NFL team’s backup quarterback, Nick Foles, graciously returned to the bench. Although competing for the same position, the two …
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Topic:Prayer of the Broken-Down Bible in a Year: Daniel 5–7 2 John Help me, Lord my God. Psalm 109:21–27 “Dear Father in heaven, I’m not a praying man, but if you’re up there, and you can hear me, show me the way. I’m at the end of my rope.” That prayer is whispered by a broken-down George Bailey, the character …
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Topic:Aunt Betty’s Way Bible in a Year: Daniel 3–4 1 John 5 This is how we know that we love the children of God: by loving God and carrying out his commands. 1 John 5:1–6 When I was young, whenever my doting Aunt Betty visited, it felt like Christmas. She’d bring Star Wars toys and slip me cash on her …
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Topic:The Yard-Sale Christmas Bible in a Year: Daniel 1–2 1 John 4 Godliness with contentment is great gain. 1 Timothy 6:6–10, 17–19 A mom felt she’d been overspending on family Christmas gifts, so one year she decided to try something different. For a few months before the holiday, she scrounged through yard sales for inexpensive, used items. She bought more …
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Topic:Relentless Love Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 47–48 1 John 3 Let us not love with words or speech but with actions and in truth. 1 John 3:16–18 Heidi and Jeff came home from an overseas work assignment in a hot climate and settled for several months near family in the state of Michigan—just in time for winter. This would …
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Topic:Being There Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 40–41 2 Peter 3 They sat on the ground with [Job] for seven days and seven nights. Job 2:11–13 When Jen, a theme park employee, saw Ralph collapse in tears on the ground, she rushed to help. Ralph, a young boy with autism, was sobbing because the ride he’d waited all day to …
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Topic:Giving Our Best Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 37–39 2 Peter 2 He will purify . . . and refine them like gold and silver. Then the Lord will have men who will bring offerings in righteousness. Malachi 1:8–14 We stared at the piles of donated shoes as we entered a local homeless shelter. The director had invited our youth …
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Topic:Sweet Again Bible in a Year: Ezekiel 35–36 2 Peter 1 On this mountain the Lord Almighty will prepare a feast of rich food for all peoples. Isaiah 25:1–9 Russian wedding customs are filled with beauty and significance. One such custom takes place during the reception as the toastmaster proposes a toast in honor of the couple. Everyone takes a …
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