Easter is the most important holiday in the Christian faith. It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead after his crucifixion. This miracle proved that Jesus was truly the Son of God and paved the way for the salvation of all mankind. As we approach Easter Sunday, it is valuable to reflect on the events surrounding Christ’s death and resurrection by reading the biblical accounts. Here is a suggested reading plan for the 28th day before Easter: Old Testament Reading – Isaiah 53 Isaiah 53 is one of the most powerful prophetic chapters in the Old Testament. It…
Author: Mike Solis
The Easter season is a time of reflection, celebration, and anticipation of Christ’s resurrection. As we approach Easter Sunday, it’s important that we spend time reading and meditating on God’s word, focusing on the events surrounding Christ’s death and resurrection. Here is a suggested reading plan for the 15th day of your Easter preparation. Old Testament Reading – Isaiah 53 Isaiah 53 is one of the most well-known messianic prophecies in the Old Testament, pointing to Jesus as the suffering servant. This chapter foretells in vivid detail the rejection, suffering, and death of Christ for our sins. Key verses include:…
Easter is the most important holiday on the Christian calendar. It celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion, which is the foundation of the Christian faith. As Easter approaches, it’s a great time to dedicate intentional time to reading God’s word and reflecting on the significance of this holiday. Here are some key Bible passages that are great to meditate on for Easter: The Triumphal Entry The Sunday before his death, Jesus entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah’s coming in Zechariah 9:9. The crowds welcomed him by laying down palm branches on…
In Matthew 9:13, Jesus says, “I have not come to call the righteous but sinners to repentance.” This is in response to the Pharisees questioning why He ate with tax collectors and sinners. To understand why Jesus made this statement, we need to examine the context, the meaning of righteousness and repentance, and who Jesus came to call. The Context of Matthew 9:13 In Matthew 9, Jesus had been going through the region healing the sick, casting out demons, and forgiving sins. After calling Matthew to be His disciple, Jesus went to Matthew’s house where many tax collectors and sinners…
The tenth and final plague that God sent upon Egypt was the death of all the firstborn in the land, from Pharaoh’s firstborn son to the firstborn of the livestock (Exodus 11:1-10). This devastating plague ultimately led to the Israelites’ release from slavery. Understanding the context and purpose behind this severe judgment helps explain how it could be considered just in God’s eyes. Background Leading Up to the Tenth Plague The Israelites had been enslaved in Egypt for over 400 years (Genesis 15:13). Despite God’s promises to make Abraham’s descendants into a great nation, the Israelites suffered greatly under oppressive…
Having a godly marriage that honors the Lord requires commitment, sacrifice, and following God’s principles for marriage found in the Bible. Here are some key ways couples can pursue a marriage centered on God: Commit fully to your spouse and your marriage vows Marriage is a covenant before God to love, cherish and remain faithful to your spouse for life (Matthew 19:6). We must diligently guard our marriages against temptation and be committed to keeping our vows no matter what challenges arise (Ecclesiastes 5:4-5). Do not let anything or anyone come between you and your spouse. Make your relationship with…
The phrase “the fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge” comes from Jeremiah 31:29. It refers to the idea that children suffer the consequences of their parents’ sins and mistakes. This concept was prevalent in ancient Israel, as people believed that God punished children for the wrongdoing of previous generations. However, Jeremiah 31 indicates a shift away from this fatalistic notion of generational sin and punishment. In verse 29, God declares that no longer will children suffer for their parent’s misdeeds. “In those days they shall no longer say: ‘The fathers have eaten sour…
Proverbs 16:9 says, “The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” This verse teaches an important truth about God’s sovereignty and human responsibility. Let’s break it down phrase-by-phrase: “The heart of man plans his way” This first part refers to the human tendency to make our own plans and chart our own course through life. We all have desires, dreams, goals, and ambitions that we make efforts to fulfill. There is nothing inherently wrong with planning and striving to accomplish good things. However, this verse is a reality check that while we can make plans,…
Mount Sinai is a mountain in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt that is significant in the Bible for several reasons. Here is an overview of its biblical significance in approximately 9000 words: Mount Sinai is first mentioned in the book of Exodus. After the Israelites fled Egypt and crossed the Red Sea, they entered the Desert of Sin. In Exodus 16:1 it says, “The whole Israelite community set out from Elim and came to the Desert of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai, on the fifteenth day of the second month after they had come out of Egypt.” So…
This is an interesting question that comes up when reading the gospel of John. In John 2:4, Jesus and his disciples are at a wedding in Cana. When the wine runs out, Jesus’ mother Mary tells him “They have no wine.” But Jesus responds, “Woman, why do you involve me? My hour has not yet come.” This seems to suggest that it was not yet time for Jesus to perform miracles or reveal his identity. Yet, in the very next verses, Jesus does perform a miracle by turning water into wine. So why did Jesus say his hour had not…