On this date, April 24th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 11:12-25 titled "Jesus Clears the Temple" and in II Corinthians 4:1-7 titled "Treasure in Jars of Clay".
These are the verses Margo underlined in the passage in Mark, Jesus speaking:
"...24:Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. 25:And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in II Corinthians:
"4:The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...Though we are weak, God uses us to spread his Good News and gives us power to do his work. Knowing that the power is his, not ours, keeps us from pride and motivates us to keep daily contact with God, our power source. Our responsibility is to let people see God through us."
Friday, April 24, 2009
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 23rd
On this date, April 23rd Margo was reading in the book of Mark 11:1-11 titled "Jesus Triumphal Entry" and in II Corinthians 3:7-18 titled "The Old and New Covenants Compared".
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in II Corinthians:
"17:Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in II Corinthians:
"17:Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom."
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 22nd
On this date, April 22nd Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:46-52 titled "Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus" and in II Corinthians 3:1-6 titled "Law Brings Death, Spirit Gives Life".
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...It was to the ignored, oppressed, and despised of society that Jesus went to proclaim--in both word and deed--the Good News of the Kingdom. Our task is to reach out with God's love to the ignored, oppressed, and despised of our society."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"The last sentence of verse six says, "the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life." No one but Jesus has everOn this date, April 22nd Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:46-52 titled "Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus" and in II Corinthians 3:1-6 titled "Law Brings Death, Spirit Gives Life".
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in Proverbs 13:20-23:
"A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but a sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous."
fulfilled the written law perfectly, and thus the whole world is condemned to death. The law makes people realize their sin, but it cannot give life...The moral law is still helpful to point out sin and show us how to live a life pleasing to God, but forgiveness comes only through the grace and mercy of Christ."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in Proverbs 13:20-23:
"A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but a sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...It was to the ignored, oppressed, and despised of society that Jesus went to proclaim--in both word and deed--the Good News of the Kingdom. Our task is to reach out with God's love to the ignored, oppressed, and despised of our society."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"The last sentence of verse six says, "the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life." No one but Jesus has everOn this date, April 22nd Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:46-52 titled "Jesus Heals Blind Bartimaeus" and in II Corinthians 3:1-6 titled "Law Brings Death, Spirit Gives Life".
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in Proverbs 13:20-23:
"A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but a sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous."
fulfilled the written law perfectly, and thus the whole world is condemned to death. The law makes people realize their sin, but it cannot give life...The moral law is still helpful to point out sin and show us how to live a life pleasing to God, but forgiveness comes only through the grace and mercy of Christ."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in Proverbs 13:20-23:
"A good man leaves an inheritance for his children's children, but a sinner's wealth is stored up for the righteous."
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 21st
On this date, April 21st Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:32-45 titled "The Greatest Must Be the Servant of All" and in II Corinthians 2:12-17 titled "The Fragrance of the Gospel".
These are the verses Margo underlined in the gospel of Mark:
"35:Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. "Teacher," they said, "we want you to do for us whatever we ask."...42:Jesus called them together and said...45:For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.""
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...But Jesus told them that true greatness comes in serving others. ...In Christ's kingdom, however, service is the measure of greatness."
Thhis is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...But if e remain true to Christ, his Spirit working in us will attract others."
These are the verses Margo underlined in the gospel of Mark:
"35:Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. "Teacher," they said, "we want you to do for us whatever we ask."...42:Jesus called them together and said...45:For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.""
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...But Jesus told them that true greatness comes in serving others. ...In Christ's kingdom, however, service is the measure of greatness."
Thhis is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...But if e remain true to Christ, his Spirit working in us will attract others."
Monday, April 20, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 20th
On this date, April 20th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:17-31 titled "Jesus and the Rich Man" and in II Corinthians 2:5-11 titled "Forgive the Repentant Sinner".
These are the verses Margo underlined in the gospel of Mark:
"26:The disciples were even more amazed, and said to each other, "Who then can be saved?"
27:Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.""
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"There was a barrier keeping this young man out of the kingdom: his love of money...Their abundance becomes their deficiency. Jesus explained that in the world to come, the values of this world will be reversed. Those who seek status and importance here will have none in heaven. The person who has everything on earth can still lack what is most important--eternal life. What barriers are keeping you from turning your life over to Christ?"
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...Church discipline should always allow for restoration. Two mistakes can be made in church discipline--being too lenient with sin and not correcting mistakes, or being too harsh and unforgiving...We must be cautious that personal anger is not vented under the guise of church discipline."
These are the verses Margo underlined in the gospel of Mark:
"26:The disciples were even more amazed, and said to each other, "Who then can be saved?"
27:Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.""
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"There was a barrier keeping this young man out of the kingdom: his love of money...Their abundance becomes their deficiency. Jesus explained that in the world to come, the values of this world will be reversed. Those who seek status and importance here will have none in heaven. The person who has everything on earth can still lack what is most important--eternal life. What barriers are keeping you from turning your life over to Christ?"
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...Church discipline should always allow for restoration. Two mistakes can be made in church discipline--being too lenient with sin and not correcting mistakes, or being too harsh and unforgiving...We must be cautious that personal anger is not vented under the guise of church discipline."
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 19th
On this date, April 19th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:13-16 titled "Jesus and the Little Children" and in II Corinthians 2:1-4 titled "Paul's Sorrowful Letter".
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...But Jesus reverses this whole conception of position and greatness by showing that the kingdom of God belongs to those who have a childlike trust in God, not a confident trust in their own greatness. To become great in the kingdom of God, one must become the servant of all."
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...Proverbs 27:6 says that "The kisses of an enemy may be profuse, but faithful are the wounds of a friend." Sometimes our friends make choices that we know are wrong. If we ignore their behavior and let them continue, we aren't showing love to them. Love means honestly sharing our concerns with those we love. When we don't move to help, we show that we are more concerned about what will happen to us than what will happen to them."
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in the gospel of Mark:
"...But Jesus reverses this whole conception of position and greatness by showing that the kingdom of God belongs to those who have a childlike trust in God, not a confident trust in their own greatness. To become great in the kingdom of God, one must become the servant of all."
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"...Proverbs 27:6 says that "The kisses of an enemy may be profuse, but faithful are the wounds of a friend." Sometimes our friends make choices that we know are wrong. If we ignore their behavior and let them continue, we aren't showing love to them. Love means honestly sharing our concerns with those we love. When we don't move to help, we show that we are more concerned about what will happen to us than what will happen to them."
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 18th
On this date, April 18th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 10:1-12 titled "Jesus' Teaching on Divorce" and in II Corinthians 1:15-24 titled "Paul's Plan to Visit the Corinthians".
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"Paul mentions two gifts God gives when we become believers: a "mark of ownership" to show who our master is, and the Holy Spirit as a guarantee that we belong to him."
This is the sentence Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"Paul mentions two gifts God gives when we become believers: a "mark of ownership" to show who our master is, and the Holy Spirit as a guarantee that we belong to him."
Friday, April 17, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 17th
On this date, April 17th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 9:38-50 titled "God's Righteous Kingdom" and in II Corinthians 1:8-14 titled "Hardships and Triumphs in Paul's Ministry".
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in Mark:
"...Painful discipline is required of his true followers. Giving up a relationship, job, or habit that is against God's will may seem just as painful as cutting off a hand. Our high goal, however, is worth any sacrifice; Christ is worth any possible loss. Nothing should stand in the way of faith. We must be ruthless in removing sins from our lives. Make you choices from an eternal perspective."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
We often depend on our own skills and abilities when life seems easy, but when we feel powerless to help ourselves, we turn to God. We must recognize that even when life seems easy we are dependent upon God, for he upholds the universe with his power. Dependence is not defeat, but the realization that our source of truth and power is God. With this attitude, problems drive us to God rather than away from him. Learn how to depend on God daily."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in Mark:
"...Painful discipline is required of his true followers. Giving up a relationship, job, or habit that is against God's will may seem just as painful as cutting off a hand. Our high goal, however, is worth any sacrifice; Christ is worth any possible loss. Nothing should stand in the way of faith. We must be ruthless in removing sins from our lives. Make you choices from an eternal perspective."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
We often depend on our own skills and abilities when life seems easy, but when we feel powerless to help ourselves, we turn to God. We must recognize that even when life seems easy we are dependent upon God, for he upholds the universe with his power. Dependence is not defeat, but the realization that our source of truth and power is God. With this attitude, problems drive us to God rather than away from him. Learn how to depend on God daily."
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 16th
On this date, April 16th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 9:30-37 titled "The Greatest Must Be the Servant of All" and in II Corinthians 1:1-7 titled "The God of Comfort".
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"Many think that when God comforts us, our hardships should go away. But if that were always so, people would turn to God only to be relieved of pain and not out of love for him. We must understand that comfort can also mean receiving strength, encouragement, and hope to deal with our hardships. The more we suffer, the more comfort God gives us. If you are feeling overwhelmed, allow God to comfort you. Remember that every trial you endure will later become an opportunity to minister to other people suffering similar hardships."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in II Corinthians:
"Many think that when God comforts us, our hardships should go away. But if that were always so, people would turn to God only to be relieved of pain and not out of love for him. We must understand that comfort can also mean receiving strength, encouragement, and hope to deal with our hardships. The more we suffer, the more comfort God gives us. If you are feeling overwhelmed, allow God to comfort you. Remember that every trial you endure will later become an opportunity to minister to other people suffering similar hardships."
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Margo's Bible Verses April 14th
On this date, April 14th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 9:1-13 titled "The Transfiguration of Jesus" and in I Corinthians 16:10-18 titled "Paul's Final Instructions".
These are the verses Margo underlined in the passage in Mark:
"2:After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3:His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4:And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus.
5:Peter said to Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah." 6:(He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) 8:Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.
9:As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus gave them orders not to tell anyone what they had seen until the Son of Man had risen from the dead. "
She underlined the following sentences in the commentary on Mark:
"...God singles Jesus out from Moses and Elijah as the long-awaited Messiah with full divine authority. Moses represented the Law, and Elijah, the Prophets. Jesus was shown as the fulfillment of both the Old Testmanet Law and the prophetic promises.
Jesus was not a reincarnation of Elijah or Moses. He was not merely one of the prophets...We must first listen to Jesus, and then evaluate all other authorities in light of his revelation."
These are the verses Margo underlined in the passage in I Corinthians, Paul speaking:
"13:Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. 14:Do everything in love."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in I Corinthians:
"As the Corinthians awaited Paul's next visit, they were directed to (1) be alert to spiritual dangers, (2) stand true to the Lord, (3) behave maturely, (4) be strong, and (5) do all things with kindness and love."
These are the verses Margo underlined in the passage in Mark:
"2:After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3:His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4:And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus.
5:Peter said to Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah." 6:(He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) 8:Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus.
9:As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus gave them orders not to tell anyone what they had seen until the Son of Man had risen from the dead. "
She underlined the following sentences in the commentary on Mark:
"...God singles Jesus out from Moses and Elijah as the long-awaited Messiah with full divine authority. Moses represented the Law, and Elijah, the Prophets. Jesus was shown as the fulfillment of both the Old Testmanet Law and the prophetic promises.
Jesus was not a reincarnation of Elijah or Moses. He was not merely one of the prophets...We must first listen to Jesus, and then evaluate all other authorities in light of his revelation."
These are the verses Margo underlined in the passage in I Corinthians, Paul speaking:
"13:Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. 14:Do everything in love."
These are the sentences Margo underlined in the commentary on the passage in I Corinthians:
"As the Corinthians awaited Paul's next visit, they were directed to (1) be alert to spiritual dangers, (2) stand true to the Lord, (3) behave maturely, (4) be strong, and (5) do all things with kindness and love."
Margo's Bible Verses April 15th
On this date, April 15th Margo was reading in the book of Mark 9:14-29 titled "Jesus Casts Out a Demon" and in I Corinthians 16:19-24 titled "Greetings from Other Believers".
Margo only underlined one verse in the passage in Mark:
"29:He replied, "This kind can come out only by prayer.""
She underlined the following sentences in the commentary on Mark:
"...But even our ability to believe is a gift from God. No matter how much faith we have, we never reach the point of being self-sufficient. Faith is not stored away like money in the bank. Growing in faith is a constant process of daily renewing our trust in Jesus. Jesus was telling the disciples that they would face difficult situations hat could be resolved only through prayer. Prayer is the key that unlocks faith in our lives. Effective prayer needs both attitude -- complete dependence -- and an action -- asking. Prayer demonstrates our reliance on God as we humbly invite God to fill us with faith and power. There is no substitute for prayer, especially in circumstances that seem unconquerable."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in I Corinthians, Paul speaking:
"20:... Greet one another with a holy kiss."
Margo only underlined one verse in the passage in Mark:
"29:He replied, "This kind can come out only by prayer.""
She underlined the following sentences in the commentary on Mark:
"...But even our ability to believe is a gift from God. No matter how much faith we have, we never reach the point of being self-sufficient. Faith is not stored away like money in the bank. Growing in faith is a constant process of daily renewing our trust in Jesus. Jesus was telling the disciples that they would face difficult situations hat could be resolved only through prayer. Prayer is the key that unlocks faith in our lives. Effective prayer needs both attitude -- complete dependence -- and an action -- asking. Prayer demonstrates our reliance on God as we humbly invite God to fill us with faith and power. There is no substitute for prayer, especially in circumstances that seem unconquerable."
This is the verse Margo underlined in the passage in I Corinthians, Paul speaking:
"20:... Greet one another with a holy kiss."
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