Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL February 20 – 25 “The Life of Jesus: Temptation” Monday, February 20 Matthew 4:1-11 “Jesus was led out into the wilderness . . . to be tempted” Following the baptism of Jesus and the divine revelation that he is the Son of God, Matthew gives us the account known as the… Read more about Temptation February 20 – 25
Calling Disciples February 27 – March 4
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL February 27 – March 4 “The Life of Jesus: Calling Disciples” Monday, February 27 Matthew 4:18-22 “Follow me” Jesus’ strategy was to develop a disciple community, to call a group of associates who would be with him and learn from him. A disciple is one who both identifies with and learns… Read more about Calling Disciples February 27 – March 4
Healing March 6 – 11
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL March 6 – 11 “The Life of Jesus: Healing” Monday, March 6 Matthew 8:1-4 “I am willing; be healed” This encounter introduces the first of three miracles recorded back-to-back by Matthew showing the special compassion and authority by which Jesus was guided in his healing of those who came to him.… Read more about Healing March 6 – 11
Teaching March 13 – 18
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL March 13 – 18 “The Life of Jesus: Teaching” Monday, March 13 Luke 6:1-11 “I, the Son of Man, am Lord of the Sabbath” In these verses we read of the confrontation between Jesus with his new views of the Sabbath, and the Pharisees who were passionately devoted to maintaining the… Read more about Teaching March 13 – 18
Rejection March 20 – 25
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL March 20 – 25 “The Life of Jesus: Rejection” Monday, March 20 Luke 4:14-30 “They intended to push him over the cliff” Jesus makes three points: (1) He is anointed by the Holy Spirit to perform a specific ministry; (2) he is a prophetic figure who declares the arrival of… Read more about Rejection March 20 – 25
Transfiguration March 27 – April 1
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL March 27 – April 1 “The Life of Jesus: Transfiguration” Monday, March 27 Matthew 17:1-13 “This is my beloved Son” The stunning revelation of Jesus as the Son of God on the mountain of transfiguration prompted an almost comical response from Peter about building three tabernacles. Peter is probably doing his… Read more about Transfiguration March 27 – April 1
Triumphal Entry April 3 – 8
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL April 3 – 8 “The Life of Jesus: Triumphal Entry” Monday, April 3 Matthew 21:1-11 “The city of Jerusalem was stirred as he entered” As Jesus enters Jerusalem for his final week, everything about his person and mission comes together. Everything he taught and every miracle and tender act… Read more about Triumphal Entry April 3 – 8
Resurrection April 10 – 15
Download DAILY DEVOTIONAL April 10 – 15 “The Life of Jesus: Resurrection” Monday, April 10 Matthew 28:1-10 “After the Sabbath, at dawn on the first day of the week . . .” Early on that morning following the Sabbath the most amazing news began to permeate the world. Jesus is risen! All of the… Read more about Resurrection April 10 – 15