Friday (1/31/20)

Read Matthew 15:21-28 and Mark 7:24-30 Here we see Jesus approached by a pagan woman (not surprising since He had ventured into the cities of Tyre and Sidon). This woman approaches Jesus and is desperate. What do you think (speculation) she believes about Jesus prior to this encounter? What is your take on her? What is she like? Who does …

Thursday (1/30/20)

Read Luke 10:38-42 Mary, Martha and their brother Lazarus and quite a study in themselves. They lived in Bethany and, it seems, became really good friends of Jesus. Much of their story is told in the book of John so you’ll have to wait to read a fuller description! I picture Mary sitting in the midst of a group of …

Wednesday (1/29/20)

Read  Luke 8:40-48 Based on this woman’s sneaking up to Jesus, what can we infer about how she saw Him prior to their encounter? How do you think she saw herself? How does Jesus show value to her in this dialogue? How do you think Jesus’ reaction surprises her?  Who does she discover Jesus to be? What do you discover …

Tuesday (1/28/20)

Read Luke 7:36-50 Today we are going to look at this scene from the eyes of the woman. Next week, we will start with this same scene through the eyes of Simon. This woman is given no name, her only description is of being “sinful”. What is her motive (in your thinking) in entering this group of men, where she …

Monday (1/27/20)

This week we will examine the discovery (or epiphany) of Jesus through the eyes of the women around Jesus – particularly the women in the gospel of Luke.  Luke has an amazing way of highlighting women all throughout his gospel. Very counter to the society of his day, Luke tells story after story of Jesus interacting, esteeming, and bestowing value …

Sunday (1/26/20)

Let’s take some time to reflect and pray before we head to worship together. Look back through the past couple weeks. Choose one or two character qualities of Jesus that you can spend some time praising Him for right now. Remember: pay attention!

Saturday (1/25/20)

Today, a special treat!  Since these books were written as letters, I thought it would be cool to read this aloud, or listen to it read aloud. Here is a link where you can listen (the version is The Message). What stood out to you as you listened or read aloud? Sit quietly for a few minutes. What do you …