Daily reading
Today’s reading is: Mt. 17:22-18:35; Mk. 9:30-50; Lk. 9:43-50; Jn. 7:1-9
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Matthew Chapter Seventeen
(Outline continues from yesterday)
- The littleness of the disciples’ faith is a problem as the crucifixion approaches (Matt. 17:22-23).
- Matthew the tax collector is the only Gospel author to record the two-drachma tax controversy (Matt. 17:24-27).
Matthew Chapter Eighteen
- Chapter 18 is the fourth of the five great discourses recorded in this Gospel.
- The disciples were concerned with greatness in the Kingdom of Heaven, so the Lord taught the principles of greatness.
- Humility (Matt. 18:2-6).
- Seeking the benefit of others (Matt. 18:7-15).
- Being like-minded in His service (Matt. 18:16-20).
- Showing forgiveness as we function in grace (Matt. 18:21-35; cf. Eph. 4:32).
- This great discourse closes the Galilean ministry (Matt. 19:1).
Mark Chapter Nine
(Outline continues from yesterday)
- The disciples’ argument about greatness led to messages on humility (Mk. 9:33-50).
- Becoming childlike (vv.33-37).
- Avoiding divisions (vv.38-41).
- Removing stumbling blocks (vv.42-50).
Luke Chapter Nine
(Outline continues from yesterday)
- The immaturity of the disciples is seen as they fight among themselves, and grumble about others serving the Lord (Lk. 9:46-50).
(Chapter Nine continues tomorrow)
John Chapter Seven
- John 7 occurs less than 6 months before the cross (Jn. 7:2). October 32AD.
- Jesus ministered in Galilee, continuously on guard against His enemies, including His own brothers (Jn. 7:1-9).
(Chapter Seven continues tomorrow)