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Discipline of Humility

Being disciplined and open to correction provides others a good example of living righteously. It is about humbling yourself as Jesus humbled Himself.

Proverbs 10:17 (NIV)

Taking up the Cross

What a sacrifice--denying one's self, but when comparing that to Jesus' sacrifice, it does not even compare. As Jesus took up the cross and died for our sins, we must sacrifice our selfishness and live…

Mark 8:34 (NIV), Mark 8:35 (NIV), Mark 8:36 (NIV), Mark 8:37 (NIV), Mark 8:38 (NIV)

Uncertain

I'm actually not sure if I understand this myself. Yeast... meaning be careful of what the Pharisees and Herod spread?

Mark 8:21 (NIV)

Lost Beatitude

The way this is written, reminds me of the beatitudes. This is a great reminder to be aware of those around us who may be in a bad place, alone, or are going through tough times, and have compassion for…

Psalm 41:1 (NIV)

Cleanliness

Jesus is so great. He knows our heart, and knows how we truly feel. The challenge we all have as humans is being aware that what we think and say sometimes does not necessarily correlate with what we…

Mark 7:14 (NIV), Mark 7:15 (NIV), Mark 7:18 (NIV), Mark 7:19 (NIV), Mark 7:20 (NIV), Mark 7:21 (NIV), Mark 7:22 (NIV), Mark 7:23 (NIV)

Numbering Days

How powerful that is, knowing your life's end and knowing how many days you have left on this earth. Would you live life differently? How would you live? What story do you want to tell? What legacy do…

Psalm 39:4 (NIV)

Don't be afraid; just believe.

I really like this quote. He is so profound, and yet so simple. Following Jesus should be simple. Though I do wonder why sometimes Jesus tells people not to tell others about his miracles, and yet for…

Mark 5:36 (NIV)

Unclean?

I wonder how many times this word is mentioned in this chapter. Thank you God for sending Jesus so that we don't have to worry about being unclean.

Leviticus 11:8 (NIV), Leviticus 11:12 (NIV), Leviticus 11:23 (NIV)

Relating to the Forgetful Disciples

Upon the first read-through of this, I thought it odd how earlier that day, the disciples heard this parable about the mustard seed and about the importance of growing faith, and yet that same night,…

Mark 4:31 (NIV), Mark 4:32 (NIV), Mark 4:40 (NIV)

Parable of the Sower

Mark's version of this parable provides a good explanation of the symbolism within the parable and allows one to relate to the types of seeds Jesus speaks of.

Mark 4:13 (NIV), Mark 4:14 (NIV), Mark 4:15 (NIV), Mark 4:16 (NIV), Mark 4:17 (NIV), Mark 4:18 (NIV), Mark 4:19 (NIV), Mark 4:20 (NIV)

Trust, Patience, & Anger

Great psalm that reminds us to trust the Lord in all we do, be content, and if we do, He will be faithful likewise to us. Being still gives great imagery, to not worry, not be anxious, but still and quiet,…

Trust and Have Patience

Great psalm that reminds us to trust the Lord in all we do, be content, and if we do, He will be faithful likewise to us. Being still gives great imagery, to not worry, not be anxious, but still and quiet,…

Jesus is Human

In this chapter, I feel Jesus' human qualities come out a little. Jesus could have diplomatically asked the buyers and sellers who were in the temple to leave, He also could have touched the tree and…

Matthew 21:12 (NIV), Matthew 21:13 (NIV), Matthew 21:19 (NIV)

Salvation for All

I truly like this verse. It gives people hope that all who follow Jesus, and serve Him are all entitled to everlasting life, no matter how long or short they have been serving. All are equal in the eyes…

Matthew 20:16 (NIV)

Perfection

The first time I read this, I was a little discouraged because it seems to be many people's dream to be financially stable and have wealth. How is it possible that God granted Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and…

Matthew 19:21 (NIV), Matthew 19:26 (NIV)

Tortured

This is probably my favorite parable. Forgiveness is in my opinion the most important act that sets apart someone as a Christ follower; it is the basis of our faith. When we do not forgive, we in turn…

Matthew 18:34 (NIV)

Faithfulness to Spouse

I think this could be used for both genders, and is good to keep in mind.

Proverbs 5:15 (NIV)

Fellowship

I like that Jesus points out the goodness of fellowship and praying together with others.

Matthew 18:19 (NIV), Matthew 18:20 (NIV)

Holding Others Accountable

Good advice by Jesus in holding others accountable. Although it's hard to hear, it does help to bring others in to give witness as well.

Matthew 18:15 (NIV), Matthew 18:16 (NIV), Matthew 18:17 (NIV)

Lost and Found

It's comforting to know that God delights in finding us when we wander away from Him. This gives me hope, and allows me to give others hope as well--that God is forever pursuing them.

Matthew 18:14 (NIV)

David is Human

I can definitely relate here at times, I bet many people can as well and have been in this spot, feeling alone, wondering where God is. But we are human, and so was David. It's good to know that someone…

Psalm 22:1 (NIV)

Little Faith vs. Mustard Seed

It's interesting how Jesus compares little faith with faith as small as a mustard seed. In my mind, they seem similar. In other parables, Jesus talks about the kingdom of God being like a mustard seed,…

Matthew 17:20 (NIV)

Human Concerns

To be in such a materialistic world we live in is sometimes very difficult. I can only hope the Holy Spirit guides me to live this out.

Matthew 16:23 (NIV)

Missions

As someone hoping to do an international mission trip in the future, this brings comfort when going to dangerous areas.

Matthew 16:25 (NIV)

Gossiping

A good verse to remind yourself and others not to gossip and speak bad of others.

Proverbs 4:24 (NIV)