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November 22, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 4:12-19. The apostle reminded the believers to not be surprised when they suffer,; remember, it will be much worse for those who do not believe.

Joel 1. The Word of the LORD told Joel of the great locust attack, the drought and the land laid waste. Lament for the land, for the day of the LORD is near.

Psalm 119 is a meditation on the excellence of the Word of God. It it anonymous, but is most probably a collection made by David and put in its final form during the time of Ezra. The Psalm is in the form of a true acrostic with eight verses for every letter of the Hebrew alphabet, totaling 176 verses. The acrostic form makes it possible to memorize, and this the students learning the Law did; even during Jesus’ time.

November 21, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 4:1-11. The apostle urged the believers to serve God as the end of all things is near. He told them to practice hospitality to the glory of Jesus Christ.

Proverbs 20, more proverbs of Solomon. Don’t be lead astray by alcohol! Who can find a faithful man? Dishonest weights are an abomination to the Lord. Do not love sleep, or you will become poor. These are timeless proverbs, some quoted even today.

Psalm 117. The shortest Psalm of them all with only two verses, but they are full of praise.

Psalm 118. This is one of the best example of Hebrew poetry with verses repeated with only small variations. It is quoted in the New Testament in many places, even by Jesus directly.

November 20, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 3. The apostle speaks of submission, and it is mutual, both for husbands and wives, joint heirs with Christ. We are called to be a blessing, even during suffering for doing right, “be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear.” Remember Christ’s suffering and our redemption through his death and resurrection. Remember also Noah; 8 in all were saved to new life.

Hosea 13. The LORD showed His anger and there was to be be judgment on Israel.

Hosea 14. God promised that when Israel repented it would be restored.

November 19, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 2:11-25. For the Lord’s sake submit to all government (even the Romans) and to your masters (employers).

Hosea 10. Because of Israel’s sin it will be taken into captivity.

Hosea 11. Yet, God will show His love for Israel.

Hosea 12. God gave His charge against Ephraim.

November 18, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 2:1-10. Keep on growing in the word as you draw near to Jesus Christ, the chosen stone, You are His true chosen people, “ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people“, having received mercy.

Hosea 7. God continues to bemoan the iniquity of Ephraim and Judah.

Hosea 8. Because of Israel’s apostasy this prophesy was fulfilled: “For they have sown the wind, and they shall reap the whirlwind:“

Hosea 9. The prophesy said Israel will be judged because of its sin.

November 17, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 1:13-25. The apostle Paul was telling the believers they must be holy, having been regenerated (translated: born again) and redeemed by Jesus Christ, the risen Savior, all of it foreordained before the foundation of the world.

Hosea 3. God told Hosea to reconcile with his wife, and so Israel will return to God.

Hosea 4. God gave His charge against Israel because of Israel’s Idolatry.

Hosea 5. God proclaimed judgment on Israel, Ephraim and Judah.

Hosea6. God called Ephraim and Judah to repentance, for He required mercy; not sacrifice.

November 16, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

1 Peter 1:1-12. The apostle Paul was greeting his fellow elect pilgrims scattered among the nations and reminded them of their heavenly inheritance, as they were living before God their Father.

Hosea 1. God told Hosea to marry a harlot. She gave birth to three children, given negative sounding names. In spite of this God promised the restoration of Israel.

Hosea 2 tells of God’s unfaithful people, how they are punished and restored, and finally to be shown unmerited mercy.

Psalm 115 through Psalm 118 are part of the Hallel (praise) Psalms and are sung after the Passover meal. Psalm 115 gives praise that the Lord is our help and shield. Not so the heathens, their idols are worthless.

Psalm 116. The Lord heard my prayers, I will pay my vow of gratitude with the sacrifice of praise.

November 15, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

James 5 begins with a stern warning to rich oppressors, much like Old Testament teaching, but this letter is to the Jews scattered around the world. He tells them to be patient, persevere, meet each other’s need and above all do not swear, but let their yes be yes and their no be no. If anyone is sick, call in the elders and pray for him. ” The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Bring Back erring Brothers. “Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins.”

Proverbs 19, Proverbs of Solomon. There is wisdom in getting along with others, but do not give in to the wicked ones, a prudent wife is a gift is from the Lord, but a foolish son is his fathers ruin.

Psalm 114 is the second Psalm of the Hallel. In eight short verses it retells of God’s miracles of delivering them out of Egypt and into the promised land. Short and to the point.

November 14, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

James 4. Pride promotes strife but humility edifies when it comes from an active faith. ”Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.” Do not judge a brother, that is God’s domain and do not boast about tomorrow, be humble and recognize that only God is in control.

Daniel 12. This chapter deals with the end times. Many have tried to make a final timeline out of this and out of Revelation, but the book is sealed until the time of the end. As Jesus himself said: “Only the Father in heaven knows.” It makes for a very interesting and thought-provoking read.

Psalm 113. This Psalm is part of the “Hallel”, consisting of Psalm 113-118. Two are sung before and three after the Passover meal. It begins and ends with Hallelujah, and praises God how He lifts up the lowly, even the barren woman.

November 13, read the Bible in a year in PowerPoint; with comments

James 3:13-18. There are two types of wisdom, heavenly wisdom, coming from God and earthly wisdom coming from man and it can even be demonic. Heavenly wisdom produces peacemakers, earthly wisdom, not so much.

Daniel 11 is the Great Prophecy chapter. It contains many prophecies already fulfilled but also many yet to be fulfilled. Read it all, including the comments, carefully!