Saturday, March 16, 2013

March 15 and 16, 2013 readings


March 15, 2013            Num 31–32, Mark 13:24–14:9, Ps 35:10–14, Prov 7:8–9
March 16, 2013            Num 33, Mark 14:10–31, Ps 35:15–20, Prov 7:10–11

Numbers 31-33
Before Moses died has was commanded to take vengeance upon Midianites. Why do you think God commanded this?
This was a time of teaching; Moses taught them how to be cleansed after battle and how to divide the spoils of battle.
Chapter 32
After going so far for so long, why would two and a half tribes not want to go into the Promised Land?
Why was Moses angry with them?
Was their proposal good?
Chapter 33
Why do you think this summary of the journey is included here?

Mark 13:24-14:31
Daniel 7 gives a similar scene.

Who does Jesus say knows the time of the second coming?
Be very cautious of those that set dates and believe they have it all figured out.
What is the role of a doorkeeper?
Are you awake and ready for the coming of the Lord.

Mary’s act of love was accepted by Jesus, criticized by Judas and the other disciples (John 12:4–6), and reported to the church throughout the world (v. 9). Why was it such a dramatic act of love?
Love costs, what have you given to the Lord that cost you something great?

Why do you think Judas betrayed Jesus?
In what ways have you betrayed Jesus?
Jesus gave Judas every opportunity to repent, but he did not do so.
On this night Jesus instituted the Lord’s Supper. Why is this so important?
Why would Peter deny Jesus?

Psalm 35:10-20
As you read the words of David can your relate to him? What is his response to those that are against him?

Proverbs 7:8-11
The danger of falling for the allure of sin is always there. We must be diligent and place hedges of protection around ourselves ahead of time.

Pray about what you can give to the Lord, how you can give God your best.
Pray about how you can keep yourself out of sinful situations. 

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