How do I study the Bible?
Wondering how to get started studying the Bible? You can jump in anywhere. But here are a few suggestions to get you moving.
June Reflections 2022
Foxes, funerals, demons, pigs, fasting and wine skins. That’s all coming in the Gospel of Matthew as we look at various miracles Jesus performed. Lord willing, I plan to cover chapters 8-9 this summer, take a short break and then dive into the next discourse (the sending of the 12).
45 What Jesus Teaches About Fear When Life Gets Hard (Matthew 8:23-27)
When he calms the storm, we learn Jesus brings the power of God to rescue His people from the vast destructive forces of nature. The miracles of Jesus have a message: Jesus brings the mercy of God for healing and deliverance.
apostle, apostolos, G652
Tools and resources you need to do a word study on the Biblical Greek word for apostle, apostolos G652
44 Why Jesus Told a Man Not to Bury His Father (Matthew 8:18-22)
Matthew introduces us to two potential disciples. One says: “I will follow Jesus if it pays off now.” The other says: “Now is paying off, I’ll follow Jesus later.” The opportunity to decide to follow Jesus is now. One day it will be too late.
save, sozo, G4982
Tools and resources you need to do a word study on the Greek verb: to save, sōzō
43 Why Jesus Chose Healing Miracles, It Wasn’t Compassion (Matthew 8:14-17)
Through these miraculous healing, Jesus physically demonstrates that he came to rescue us from our ultimate suffering which is rooted in our sin and our guilt.
42 The Authority Question Everyone Must Answer (Matthew 7:28-8:13)
Matthew has just quoted Jesus as claiming to have authority from God. Now he turns our attention to how Jesus acts with God’s authority, by performing miracles only God can perform. These miracles confront us with a choice to believe Jesus is who he says he is.
Unlock Bible Passages by Analyzing Their Structure
Watch for these things when you’re making an analytical outline.
Gospel of Matthew 8-12: Behold the King!
A 24-week Bible Study on the Gospel of Matthew 8-12 from the podcast Wednesday in the Word with Krisan Marotta.
May 2022 Reflections
No new podcasts this month as I’m busy preparing for the Gospel of Matthew Part 2. I’m planning to cover chapters 8-12 which will take us through the next major discourse of Jesus. We’ll be talking about authority a lot.
Who were the Essenes?
The Essenes are the third major “philosophical school” identified by Josephus. Little is know about them with certainty.
About the Author
Krisan Marotta is a Bible teacher and host of Wednesday in the Word, the podcast about what the Bible means and how we know.