This week we are are looking at 1 John. We talked yesterday about some of the bigger things happening within the book and the purpose behind the letter, who wrote and who read it. These “catholic” or universal letters are very … Continue reading
Today we are going to look at the world of the text of the Sixth Commandment found in Exodus 20:13: You shall not murder Well, you know, I’m pretty good at dressing up thing and talking for a while about things, … Continue reading
This week we are going deeper into Psalm 1. Each week of our readings has a different theme. As you know, or have noticed, the concept of “taking root” is a be theme here at St. Matthew’s. And, you may or … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Psalm 139 Today’s reading is a powerful and beautiful Psalm, perhaps (outside of 23) the most quoted, admired, and important passage among the Psalms. We see that God knows all about us, He is before us, beside us, … Continue reading
Over the next few weeks in our Rooted in Christ Study, we’ll be looking at some of the favorite passages from our staff at St. Matthew’s UMC. These are some of the parts of the Bible to mean to most … Continue reading
Over the next few weeks in our Rooted in Christ Study, we’ll be looking at some of the favorite passages from our staff at St. Matthew’s UMC. These are some of the parts of the Bible to mean to most … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 16: 17-27 We see Paul continue his thanks to the many that have helped him in his ministry. We also see some final exhortations. Avoid those that cause division and offenses, they aren’t serving the Gospel, they … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Romans 12: 1-8 Romans 12 is to me much like Romans 8. We could spend years in this chapter. It’s so good. There is so much good stuff here. I would encourage you to go back again and … Continue reading
Today’s reading is John 3: 31-36 We see the reiteration of what we saw earlier in John 3. Whoever believes in the Son has life. Life is not found by our work, or by our stuff, or by our righteousness. But it … Continue reading
Today’s reading is Acts 28: 17-31 We now see that Paul has made it to Rome. In Rome, he will preach before the Emperor. In Rome, he will testify to his faith, and in Rome, he will help fan the … Continue reading
