Date: 5 Jun 2013
Passage: Mark 10:4-5
Roman law allowed women to divorce their husbands, a practice Jews were just beginning to see. Yet, Jesus does not allow for any special treatment against sins of the heart. What is your attitude toward marital commitments and temptations?
Date: 4 Jun 2013
Passage: Mark 10:2-4
The Pharisees focused on what is permitted, but Jesus emphasized what is required of God. In our daily living, do we focus on what is commanded by God or do we relegate it to what is permissible?
Date: 3 Jun 2013
Passage: Mark 10:2
The question the Pharisees raised concerning divorce, was in fact a trap for Jesus. What did Jesus’ answer teach about marriage?
Date: 30 May 2013
Passage: Philippians 4:19
How can the promise of 4:19 encourage us to give generously? Does this promise refer only to money? Why or why not?
Date: 29 May 2013
Passage: Philippians 4:10-23
What do you think causes us NOT to be content today? Identify at least 3 factors and pray that you will guard against them in the future.
Date: 28 May 2013
Passage: Philippians 4:14-18
How had the Philippians helped Paul in the past and in the present? How do you think Paul felt about receiving their help? Is there someone we can help today?