February 23, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:24-25, Exodus 32:1-9, Romans 1:21-24

What is the difference between livestock and wild animals? What does this imply about God’s provision?

How did Genesis 1:24-25 correct the priorities of Moses’ audience? How can this same issue occur today?

How does God’s evaluation of “good” in Genesis 1:2-25 challenge you to slow down and pay attention?

February 22, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:20-23

What are two ways to interpret Genesis 1:20-23? How can a comprehensive view of Genesis 1:1 help?

What did God’s “blessing” relate to? What does this imply about an animal’s natural instinct?

How can you see this attribute of God taking place today? Give examples.

February 21, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:14-19, Psalm 19:1-6

What was taking place in Genesis 1:14-19? What did Moses mean by “two great lights”?

How can a misunderstanding of Genesis 1:3-5, 9-13 create confusion? How does Genesis 1:1 help?

In what way can you see this attribute of God being demonstrated today and throughout the year?

February 20, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:9-13, Matthew 6:25-33

In your own words explain what took place in Genesis 1:9-13. What kind of land did God provide? Why?

Why was Moses being specific about “fruit” trees, “seed-bearing” plants, “according to their kind”?

How can you see this attribute of God being demonstrated today? How does this encourage you?

February 19, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:6-8, Habakkuk 3:2-4

What were the two waters in Genesis 1:6-8? Why did Moses use evasive words? What was he preventing?

In your own words explain what took place in Genesis 1:6-8. How can this truth be easily taken for granted?

How can you see this attribute of God being demonstrated today? Give examples.

February 18, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:2-5, Deuteronomy 32:9-10, Jeremiah 4:22-26

How can Jer. 4:23 impact the interpretation of Gen. 1:2? How does the location of Moses’ audience relate?

What did God create in Gen. 1:3? What are the implications of interpreting “day” as long periods of time?

How can you see God’s attributes in each day you wake up and go to sleep? Take time to thank Him.

February 16, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, Ephesians 1:3-5, Romans 8:28-31, John 3:16-21

How does Genesis 1:1 highlight God’s omnipotence (infinite power) and omniscience (infinite knowledge)?

Describe the tension between God’s omniscience and man’s free will. (i.e. Eph. 1:3-5 and John 3:16-21)

How does a true understanding of Genesis 1:1 help this tension? (i.e. creator and creation) Pray about this now.

February 15, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, Psalm 19:1-6, Romans 1:18-25, Hebrews 11:6

In what way is Genesis 1:1 actually God revealing Himself to mankind? (i.e. natural revelation)

Explain the proper and improper way to respond to natural revelation. Give an example of each.


How has science redefined natural revelation? How has this influenced you? How do you need to change?

February 14, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, John 1:1-3, Colossians 1:9-17

Explain the meaning of “the heavens and the earth”. What does this imply about God and humanity?

How is Genesis 1:1 different than the “Big Bang” theory? What does “Big Bang” imply about humanity?

In what way does Genesis 1:1 provide answers that science can’t provide? How does this encourage you
today?

February 13, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, Exodus 3:10-14, Acts 17:22-30, Revelation 1:8

How does Genesis 1:1 and Exodus 3:10-14 relate to one another? What attribute of God is being presented?

Why is this important when sharing the Gospel? (c.f. Acts 17) Why should this become the starting point?

What can happen if this truth is minimized? How has science played a part? How will you respond?

February 12, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, Jeremiah 10:11-12, Psalm 33:6-9, Romans 11:33-36

What does Genesis 1:1 imply about God’s power and authority? Why is this a humbling truth?

What are some ways you have seen God’s authority challenged today? How can you also participate?

In what area of your life does Genesis 1:1 help you trust the Lord? Give an example. Pray about this now.

February 11, 2013

Read:  Genesis 1:1, Psalm 90:1-2, 136:1-6, Mark 13:18-19, Hebrews 11:3

What does “in the beginning” mean? What are the implications of this truth as it relates to God?

How does Genesis 1:1 ultimately impact the overall truth of the Bible? Give an example.

How have you viewed God’s role in nature? Why is this important for your Christianity?

February 9, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 12:1-3; Ephesians 3:20-21; 1 Corinthians 2:9

Think about “magical moments” you’ve experienced as it relates to relationships, beauty, laughter, tranquility, adventure, and pure satisfaction and enjoyment.

Pray through these as “heavenly windows” giving you glimpses into heaven’s realities. Take time in your prayer to just imagine
heaven.

February 8, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 12:1-3; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

What’s the teaching point of 2 Corinthians 4:16-18?

Pray through each statement in the passage applying it to you personally.

February 7, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 12:1-3; Revelation 21

List the things that will no longer exist in heaven. Pray through these thoughts with God.

List the things that will be in heaven that aren’t available to us on earth. Pray through these thoughts with God.

February 6, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 10:36; 11:6, 10, 13-16, 24-27; 12:1-3

Journal today: List the passage and the motivation for their faith next to it.

What’s the common thought in today’s readings? How can you apply it?

February 5, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 12:1-3; 2 Timothy 2:3-4; 1 Corinthians 9:24

According to 2 Timothy 2:3-4, how does the Christian life parallel that of a soldier? What’s your personal challenge
here?

According to 1 Corinthians 9:24, how does the Christian life parallel that of an athlete? What’s your personal challenge
here?

February 4, 2013

Read:  Hebrews 11:1-12:3

Which of these biblical stories encourages your heart the most? Why?

Consider Christians you have known. Whose faith story inspires you? Why?

What story of God’s faithfulness in your personal life can you draw from to build your faith in God?

February 2, 2013

Read:  James 5:20, Psalm 32:1-2, John 3:16-18, Titus 3:3-8, Ephesians 2:1-10

What does James 5:20 mean to “cover over a multitude of sins”? How does this relate to The Gospel?

Describe in one sentence why Jesus came to earth. How can this get misunderstood today? (i.e. no cross)

How easy is this for you to talk about? How is this an act of love? How can you apply James 5:20?

February 1, 2013

Read:  James 5:20, Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 22:1-14, Mark 9:43-49, Revelation 20:11-15, 21:8

What does James mean by saving a sinner from “death”? Explain the implications of his instruction.

How do you feel this truth has been minimized or under emphasized? What is at stake when this happens?

How does this motivate you to help someone you know who is spiritually struggling? What will you do?