Let’s Find Out Together

John’s prologue | January 3, 2025

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

John starts his gospel with a theological expression of Jesus’ eternal pre-existence. Why is that so important for John? Let’s find out together a...

Luke’s prologue | January 2, 2025

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Luke starts his gospel with a preface. In that preface he tells his reader, Theophilus, that his account of Jesus’ life is based on eyewitness accou...

Matthew’s introduction | January 1, 2025

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Matthew’s introduction, he uses a literary marker from Genesis, used there to divide Genesis into five sections telling the story of Adam, Noah, ...

Let's Find Out Together 2025 | Exploring Jesus’ Life Through the Gospels & the Old Testament

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me in 2025 for an incredible journey through the Gospels as we explore Jesus' life chronologically. This year, we’ll dive deep into the connect...

December 31, 2024 – Revelation 21-22 – New heaven; new earth

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sees a new heaven and a new earth. What does it look like? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 21-22.

December 30, 2024 – Revelation 19-20 – The final battle

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The kings of the earth gather together for a final battle against Jesus. How does that go for them? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 19...

December 29, 2024 – Psalms 144-150 – Hallelujah

29 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The psalmist ends the book of Psalms with a shout of Hallelujah. Why do that? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 144-150.

December 28, 2024 – Revelation 16-18 – The seven bowls of wrath

28 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John watches angels pour out God’s wrath on the earth. What happens next? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 16-18.

December 27, 2024 – Revelation 13-15 – The beasts

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sees two beasts and hears their number, 666. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 13-15.

December 26, 2024 | Revelation 10-12 – The seven signs

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sees seven new signs. What are they and what do they mean? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 10-12.

December 25, 2024 | Revelation 7-9 – The seven trumpets

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John hears seven trumpets and watches the ensuing disaster. What does all this mean?  Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 7-9.

December 24, 2024 | Revelation 4-6 – Come up here!

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John sees the scroll opened and the first six seals. What happens? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 4-6.

December 23, 2024 | Revelation 1-3 – The seven churches

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Spirit tells John to write letters to seven churches in Asia Minor. Why and what do they say? Let’s find out together as we read Revelation 1-3.

December 22, 2024 | Psalms 137 - 143 – Let my enemies be destroyed

22 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The psalmist asks God to destroy his enemies. Is that ever the right thing to do? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 137 – 143.

December 21, 2024 | Jude – The end is nearSeek wisdom

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jude tells us that the end of all things in near. What difference should that make for us? Let’s find out together as we read Jude.

December 20, 2024 | 2 John & 3 John – Who should we receive?

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John tells the church not to receive certain people and TO receive others. What’s the difference? Let’s find out together as we read 2 and 3 John.

December 19, 2024 | 1 John – God is light; God is love

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

John tells the churches he’s writing to that God is light and God is love. What does that mean for us? sLet’s find out together as we read 1 John.

December 18, 2024 | 2 Peter – Remember these things

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peter tells the Jewish Christians to remember these things. What things does he want them to remember?  Let’s find out together as we read 2 Peter.

December 17, 2024 | 1 Peter – Live properly

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Peter tells the Jewish Christians to live properly among their neighbors. What he mean by that? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Peter.

December 16, 2024 | James – Seek wisdom

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James tells us to seek wisdom. What sort of wisdom is he talking about? Let’s find out together as we read James.

December 15, 2024 | Psalms 129-136 – Your mercy endures forever

15 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After the last psalms of ascent, two “hallelujah psalms” tell us that God’s mercy endures forever. What does that mean? Let’s find out togethe...

December 14, 2024 | Hebrews 11-13 – Heroes of Faithfulness

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hebrews 11 is called the Heroes of Faith. Could it be “Heroes of Faithfulness?” Let’s find out together as we read Hebrews 11-13.

December 13, 2024 | Hebrews 6-10 – A better covenant

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Israel had lived for 1500 years with the old covenant of animal sacrifices. The author of Hebrews says there’s a better covenant. What is it? Let’...

December 12, 2024 | Hebrews 1- 5 – Better

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The author of Hebrews says Jesus is better. Better than what? Let’s find out together as we read Hebrews 1-5.

December 11, 2024 | Titus & Philemon – Be a brother

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells a friend to receive his lost slave. How is he to receive him? Let’s find out together as we read Titus and Philemon.

December 10, 2024 | 2 Timothy – Make disciples who make disciples

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul gives Timothy encouragement on the eve of his own death. What are Paul’s last words to Timothy? Let’s find out together as we read 2 Timothy.

December 9, 2024 | 1 Timothy – How to build a church

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells Timothy how to build a church. How do you do that? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Timothy.

December 8, 2024 | Psalm 120-128 – Psalms of ascent

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Psalms 120 to 134 are all psalms of ascent. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Psalm 120 to 128.

December 7, 2024 | 2 Thessalonians – The end is near

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The church in Thessalonia has questions about Jesus’ second coming. How does Paul answer that question? Let’s find out together as we read 2 Thess...

December 6, 2024 | 1 Thessalonians – An exemplary church

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul says the church in Thessalonica is an example to other churches. Why? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Thessalonians.

December 5, 2024 | Colossians – New knowledge; new life

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells the Colossian church that their new knowledge of Christ will lead to a new way of living. How does that work? Let’s find out together as ...

December 4, 2024 | Philippians – Live for others

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells the Philippian church to stop worrying about themselves and instead be concerned about the well-being of others. How does that work? Let’...

December 3, 2024 | Ephesians 4-6 – Walk and stand

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Now Paul tells the Ephesians to walk and stand. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Ephesians 4-6.

December 2, 2024 | Ephesians 1-3 - Rise and sit

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells the Ephesians to rise and sit. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Ephesians 1-3.

December 1, 2024 | Psalm 119 – The acrostic psalm

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The psalmist talks about God’s word in the longest chapter of the Bible. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read Psalm 119.

November 30, 2024 | Galatians 4-6 – How to live the Christian life

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul ends Galatians telling the church the secret to living the Christian life. What is it? Let’s find out together as we read Galatians 4-6.

November 29, 2024 | Galatians 1-3 – Righteousness by faith

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Galatian church has strayed from the gospel. Paul tries to bring them back. What’s the issue? Let’s find out together as we read Galatians 1-3...

November 28, 2024 | 2 Corinthians 10-13 – False apostles

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells the Corinthian church that the cause of their straying is still among them – false apostles. What should they do? Let’s find out togeth...

November 27, 2024 | 2 Corinthians 5-9 – Be generous

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells the Corinthian church to give to the poor in Jerusalem. Why should they do that? Let’s find out together as we read 2 Corinthians 5-9.

November 26, 2024 | 2 Corinthians 1-4 – Bringing a church back

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Corinthian church had begun to wander off. Paul writes a letter to bring them back. What does he tell them? Let’s find out together as we read 2...

November 25, 2024 | 1 Corinthians 15-16 – Resurrection

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul treats one final thing with the Corinthian church. What does he want them to know?  Let’s find out together as we read 1 Corinthians 15-16.

November 24, 2024 | Psalms 112-118 – Praise and thanksgiving

24 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The psalmist gives us psalms of praise and thanksgiving. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 112-118.

November 23, 2024 | 1 Corinthians 11-14 – Prayer, prophecy and tongues

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul talks about order in the worship service. Why does he talk about that? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Corinthians 11-14.

November 22, 2024 | 1 Corinthians 8-10 – What can I eat?

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Corinthian church was made up of Jew and Gentile. Should they all eat kosher food? And what if the food was sacrificed to a false idol? Let’s fi...

November 21, 2024 | 1 Corinthians 5-7 – Sexual integrity

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul has heard of sexual immorality in the church. What does he say about it? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Corinthians 5-7.

November 20, 2024 | 1 Corinthians 1-4 – Structure of Corinthians

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the first four chapters, Paul tells the church not to be divided. What should they do instead? Let’s find out together as we read 1 Corinthians 1...

November 19, 2024 | Romans 12-16 – How to live

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After eleven chapters of theology, Paul tells us how to live on the basis of that theology. How are we to live? Let’s find out together as we read R...

November 18, 2024 | Romans 9-11 – The new Israel

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul asks the question of whether or not God can be trusted. He turned Israel away, didn’t he? How did Paul answer? Let’s find out together as we ...

November 17, 2024 | Psalm 107-111 – Book five

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today we begin to read book five of Psalms. What’s it about? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 107-111.

November 16, 2024 | Romans 5-8 – Right with God

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul tells us how we are made right with God. How does that happen? Let’s find out together as we read Romans 5-8.

November 15, 2024 | Romans 1-4 – The structure of Romans

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul’s letter to the Romans is a clear presentation of his theology. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read Romans 1-4.

November 14, 2024 | Acts 26-28 – Paul in Rome

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul appeals to Caesar and ends up in Rome. How did that happen? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 26-28.

November 13, 2024 | Acts 23-25 – Paul’s defense

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul defends himself before four different groups. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read  Acts 23-25.

November 12, 2024 | Acts 20-22 – Paul’s arrest

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When Paul returns to Jerusalem, he’s arrested. Why? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 20-22.

November 11, 2024 | Acts 17-19 – The move to the gentiles

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Paul makes a strategic move and begins to minister directly to the gentiles, instead of working through the local synagogue. Why does he do that? Let’...

November 10, 2024 | Song of Songs 5-8 – The drama continues

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After the wedding ceremony of the new couple, they begin their marriage and have their first fight. What was it about? Let’s find out together as we...

November 9, 2024 | Acts 14-16 – The gospel is recognized as being different

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The gospel is officially recognized as being different from Judaism. What happened to cause that and why is it important? Let’s find out together as...

November 8, 2024 | Acts 12-13 – The gospel spreads to other nations

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Spirit motivates the church to spread the gospel to other nations. How did he do that? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 12-13.

November 7, 2024 | Acts 9-11 – The gospel spreads to other cultures

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The gospel spreads to new cultures in Judea and Samaria. What happened? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 9-11.

November 6, 2024 | Acts 7-8 – The gospel spread to Judea and Samaria

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just like Jesus said, the gospel spreads to Judea and Samaria. How did that happen? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 7-8.

November 5, 2024 | Acts 4-6 – The Spirit moves

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Holy Spirit begins to work inside the newly born church. What does he do? Let’s find out together as we read Acts 4-6.

November 4, 2024 | Acts 1-3 – Our new paraclete

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus tells the disciples that they will receive the Holy Spirit. John calls him a Paraclete just like Jesus was. What is he? Let’s find out togethe...

November 3, 2024 | Song of Solomon 1-4 - The drama of two lovers

03 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Solomon writes a drama of his courtship, wedding and marriage to his beloved. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read Song of Solomon 1...

November 2, 2024 | Luke 22-24 - The new beginning

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus’ resurrection gives us a brand new beginning. How does his death result in a new beginning? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 22-24.

November 1, 2024 | Luke 19-21 - The beginning of the end

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus enters Jerusalem and is immediately questioned by the authorities. What does he do? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 19-21.

October 31, 2024 | Luke 16-18 - Surprising followers

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The kingdom of God isn’t composed of the type of people you might think. Who belong to the kingdom of God? Let’s find out together as we read Luke...

October 30, 2024 | Luke 13-15 - The cost of the kingdom

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Instead of telling his disciples how wonderful his kingdom will be, he tells them how hard it will be. What does he tell them? Let’s find out togeth...

October 29, 2024 | Luke 11-12 - Think differently

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus teaches his disciples to think differently about the Old Testament. What does he tell them? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 11-12.

October 28, 2024 | Luke 9-10 – Learning to be a disciple

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jesus teaches the disciples what it means to be disciples. How does he do that? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 9-10.

October 27, 2024 | Psalms 103-106 – Let all that I am praise the Lord!

27 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The end of book 4 of Psalms calls us to praise and thank God. Why should we do that? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 103-106.

October 26, 2024 | Luke 7-8 – The oppressed will be set free

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke continues telling stories of freedom for the marginalized. Who are they? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 7-8.

October 25, 2024 | Luke 5-6 – Good news to the poor

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke starts his gospel by telling stories of how Jesus ministers to the poor. What does he do? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 5-6.

October 24, 2024 | Luke 3-4 – The structure of Luke

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke’s gospel is organized geographically. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 3-4.

October 23, 2024 | Luke 1-2 – John and Jesus

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Luke starts his gospel telling us the story of John’s birth and Jesus’ birth. How are they similar? Let’s find out together as we read Luke 1-2.

October 22, 2024 | Malachi – Six debates

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Lord engages in six debates with the people of Israel. What are they debating? Let’s find out together as we read Malachi.

October 21, 2024 | Zechariah 11-14 – The shepherd and the spirit

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Zechariah talks about the good shepherd and the Spirit of God. What does he say about them? Let’s find out together as we read Zechariah 11-14.

October 20, 2024 | Psalms 96-102 – The Lord is King

20 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Psalms 96 to 101 are enthronement psalms. What are they? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 96-102.

October 19, 2024 | Zechariah 7-10 – The coming Messiah

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

October 18, 2024 | Zechariah 1-6 – Nine visions

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Zechariah the prophet speaks while Ezra is ruling Israel. He has nine visions of Israel and lays them all before the people. What does he say? Let’s...

October 17, 2024 | Haggai – Three months of God’s voice

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Haggai the prophet delivers God’s message to the returned exiles. What does he tell them?  Let’s find out together as we read Haggai.

October 16, 2024 | Zephaniah – Seek the Lord

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

During Zephaniah’s prophecies, Judah enjoys relative peace. But his message is dark! Why is that? Let’s find out together as we read Zephaniah.

October 15, 2024 | Habakkuk – The righteous will live by their faithfulness

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The prophet Habakkuk tells us that the righteous will live by their faithfulness. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Habakkuk. ...

October 14, 2024 | Nahum – Ninevah will fall

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The prophet Nahum tells us that Ninevah will fall. But what will happen to Judah? Let’s find out together as we read Nahum.

October 13, 2024 | Psalm 90-95 – Book 4

13 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Book 4 of Psalms talks about human brokenness before God’s sovereignty. What does he say? Let’s find out together as we read Psalms 90-95.

October 12, 2024 | Micah 5-7 – He has told you

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Micah tells Israel, God has told you what he wants. So what does he want? Let’s find out together as we read Micah 5-7.

October 11, 2024 | Micah 1-4 - Hope for the remnant

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Micah predicts judgment for Israel, but he promises hope for the remnant. How does that work? Let’s find out together as we read Micah 104.

October 10, 2024 | Obadiah and Jonah – Anyone can repent

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Both prophets, Obadiah and Jonah, say that anyone can repent. What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we read Obadiah and Jonah.

October 9, 2024 | Amos 6-9 – I’m not the son of a prophet

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amos tells Amaziah, high priest of the pagan god at Bethel, “I’m not the son of a prophet.” What does that mean? Let’s find out together as we...

October 8, 2024 | Amos 1-5 – A flood of justice

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Amos tells Israel that God wants to see a flood of justice. Why does he ask for that? Let’s find out together as we read Amos 1-5.

October 7, 2024 | Joel – From locusts to blessing

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The prophet Joel moves from invading swarms of locusts to God’s blessing for Israel. How does he make that movement? Let’s find out together as we...

October 6, 2024 | Ecclesiastes 7-12 – Fear God; obey his word

06 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The preacher looks back on his life to try to discover the truly important things. What are they? Let’s find out together as we read Ecclesiastes 7-...

October 5, 2024 | Hosea 11-14 – Israel is loved; Israel can be God’s people

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosea’s sermons move from God’s judgment to his compassion. Why does God still love Israel? Let’s find out together as we read Hosea 11-14.

October 4, 2024 | Hosea 8-10 – Plant the wind; harvest a tornado

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosea says when Israel worships false gods, they plant the wind. What will they harvest? Let’s find out together as we read Hosea 8-10.

October 3, 2024 | Hosea 4-7 – You don’t know me

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

God tells Israel that they don’t know him. Does that matter? Let’s find out together as we read Hosea 4-7.

October 2, 2024 | Hosea 1-3 - Hosea’s living object lesson

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Hosea’s life is an object lesson for Israel. What are they supposed to learn? Let’s find out together as we read Hosea 1-3.

October 1, 2024 | Daniel 10-12 – How will it end?

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel tells the story of the end of the kingdoms and the end of the world. How does it end? Let’s find out together as we read Daniel 10-12.

September 30, 2024 | Daniel 7-9 – The coming kingdoms

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel repeats the king’s dream of chapter 2 in a vision with new images. What are they? Let’s find out together as we read Daniel 7-9

September 29, 2024 | Ecclesiastes 1-6 – The structure of Ecclesiastes

29 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Qoheleth, the preacher, tells us that everything is vanity, but not quite everything.  So what is worthwhile? Let’s find out together as we read Ec...

September 28, 2024 | Daniel 5-6 – The handwriting on the wall

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder where the phrase “the handwriting on the wall” comes from? Let’s find out together as we read Daniel 5-6.

September 27, 2024 | Daniel 3-4 – “Even if he doesn’t”

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel’s three friends tell the king, God will save us, but even if he doesn’t we’ll not worship other gods.” What brought that on? Let’s fi...