TODAY’S DAILY READING: Genesis 1-2 & Matthew 1
Old Testament: Genesis 1- In The Beginning
Genesis 1:1
“In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.”
The first verse of the Bible introduces us to its main character: God. This verse is not a philosophical statement, but an axiom upon which all other statements will be based. As we venture through the Bible together, we will read of the great exploits of God. We will hear of Him speaking to men, parting seas, knocking down walls, vanquishing enemies, stopping time, raising the dead, and providing salvation for… Read More
Genesis 2- God Rested
Genesis 2:2
“And on the seventh day God ended His work which He had done, and He rested on the seventh day from all His work which He had done.”
The Biblical account of the origin of life is fascinating and filled with wonder. We read, all that exists was brought forth with nothing more than the voice of God. He spoke and mountains formed, the seas were birthed, and life began. Of all the wonders of creation, none is more fascinating than to read, after six short days God rested. If the only energy expended in creation… Read More
New Testament: Matthew 1- A Personal Story
Matthew 1:1
“The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Son of David, the Son of Abraham”
I did not grow up going to church. At the age of 15 years old, I had never seen a Bible. A close friend of mine went on a family trip to visit his grandmother, who apparently was a believer, although I had no idea what that meant. Upon his return, he told me he thought we needed to be “better”. He told me he was going to begin reading the Bible. I decided I would join him in this… Read More
Jim Gallagher 