June 15 Bible Reading

Mark 2

 Jesus undeniably claims to be God.  He forgives sin, which is something that only God can do.  He then challenges the Pharisees on the customs of the Sabbath.  Of course the writer of the law knows more about it then those who claim to follow it.  Jesus most definitely was God.

Job 30&31

Job’s final argument is an impressive one.  He recounts any sin that he might have possibly done, and challenges God to judge him and he will take the punishment.  Job is so dedicated to God and following His ways, that he is able to say these things.  I want to strive to have a life like Job’s.  I want to have that kind of integrity. 

Exodus 11-13

The ritual of Passover is a beautiful picture of Christ’s sacrifice for us.  We were destined to be destroyed in our sins like the firstborns of Egypt.  But Christ’s sacrificed blood applied to our hearts makes us able to withstand the judgement from God.  This was a wonderful reminder to Israel of their redemption from slavery to Egypt, and it is a reminder to us of our redemption from sin.

Jeremiah 22-24

We ought to build our lives on righteousness.  God is our firm foundation with which to build on.  If we are faithful to center our lives around God and His Word, then He will be faithful to us.  There is also a large warning about lying in chapter 23.  God sees all.  He warns false prophets that He knows the ways of their hearts and He can see what man cannot.  This should serve as a warning to us as well.  We must keep our minds holy, and not deceive, for the Lord sees what man cannot.

2Corinthians 7&8

Paul had great joy because the people in Corinth had been grieved because of their sin, and repented.  It can be hard to bring sin to someone’s attention, but rewarding when God moves in their hearts.  God promises to be faithful to forgive us when we repent.  We must be willing to do so or help a brother to come to that point.

2Samuel 10-12

David’s sin with Bathsheba often overshadows the incredible blessing that Solomon was.  Even though their first child died because of the sin, God blessed them with Solomon who would become the greatest king of Israel.  God is faithful to bless our repentance.