Footnotes and Witness

Big Word Series continues with another little word: dwell. Not a word used often in day to day vocabulary. Let's take a look at the word in one specific verse and what it shows us about the character of God. 2 Samuel 7:1-16 My 3 take aways- Action, Dwell, Delight Pray for God to take action, Dwell with Him during and after, then Delight in what the Lord has done. Dwell with Him!  my website: ...

This week on the Big Word Series: Sanctification! Maybe you have never heard this word but it matters. Resources : Gospel Coalition Quote: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/the-doctrine-of-sanctification/ sanctification as a phrase in NT: https://www.blueletterbible.org/lexicon/g37/kjv/tr/0-1/ scriptures first use of sanctification - Genesis 2:3 God's presence sanctifies - Exodus 29:43...

Big Word Series continues with "faith" References : Mark Wrathhall quote: https://hum.byu.edu/difference-between-faith-and-belief#:~:text=Faith%20involves%20reliance%20and%20trust,faith%20in%2C%E2%80%9D%20he%20said. Faith biblical definition: https://www.blueletterbible.org/lexicon/g4102/kjv/tr/0-1/ Scriptures : Hebrews 11- Hall of Fame of Faith Genesis 17- God's promise to Abraham...

Our next word in the Big Word Series is "idol". Isn't that just an OT problem? Let's take a look and see. Scripture References: 10 Commandments: Exodus 20 golden calf: Exodus (24:17-18 presence on the mountain) 32 First divine image: Genesis 1:26-27 Sermon on the mount: Matthew 5-7 Rich Young Ruler Story: Matthew 19:16-22 Colossians 3:5 Put to Death Idolatry Definitions: idols:...

Next stop on the Big Word Series: reconciliation! Reconciliation:  to bring back into harmony  to exchange or change Colossians 1:19-22 -- reconciliation on the cross Matthew 5:23-24 -- be reconciled to your fellow believer Word Look Up reconciliation-  https://www.blueletterbible.org/search/search.cfm? Criteria=reconciliation&t=ESV#s=s_primary_0_1 reconciled -  https://www.blueletterbible.org...

What do you think of when you hear the word angel l? Is it a chubby baby with a bow and arrow on Valentine's Day? Maybe the Christmas angel coming to spread good news and cheer?  What does the Bible actually say about angels? It is probably not what you might picture... To use a word study to research a particular word or phrase: bible gateway : https://www.biblegateway.com/quicksearch/?quick...

Big Word Series! It is time for Lent. We are talking about what lent is, how it is practiced and why. Here are some highlights: Lent is a season of preparation and reflection prior to the celebration of Christ's resurrection at Easter. It is generally 40 (ish) days as a reflection of Christ's time in the wilderness being tempted. Lent can give us consistency, dependency, and humility. My...

Welcome to Season 6! I am going to highlight some big words from church faith traditions. Some are literally big words and some are big in meaning or value. Have you ever felt like everyone else understands what is being talked about and you don't? Have you wanted to ask questions but felt like you should already know the answer? I think a lot of us have sat in a sermon or bible study and fel...

What an amazing season of walking through the entire book of John, one chapter at a time! I have had some amazing guests hosts with me this season and I asked 3 particular ones to join me in a conversation about what the book of John says about Jesus and how to apply that to our own lives. I even asked them a few random questions to help you get to know them a little better. April Whalen, Mary Aus...

The gospel of John chapter 21 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal    Links:  Illuminated Scripture Journal   https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Illuminated-Scripture-Journal-John/dp/1433564858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GDVIX6M7DJ5A&keywords=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john&qid=1690514468&sprefix=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.debo...

We made it! The last chapter of the book of John. Chapter 21 feels a little odd and misplaced in the sequence of events. It is here for a reason though. For one reason at least is we see the redemption of Peter and his 3 times betrayal from chapter 18. Jesus, resurrected and having breakfast, asks Peter 3x if he loves Him. Feel free to make notes about the pronouns if you tend to get a little lost...

Y'all, I am so excited to get this out there. I had some family emergencies so it is SO late but just in time. Christmas is a week away so listen today about Christmas traditions.  Here is my question to Lindsay: Why is Christmas the most selfish holiday in the church? Why do we have traditions? How can we do it better? Highlights: A dvent : (literal definition from the webster dictionary) th...

The gospel of John chapter 20 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal    Links:  Illuminated Scripture Journal   https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Illuminated-Scripture-Journal-John/dp/1433564858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GDVIX6M7DJ5A&keywords=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john&qid=1690514468&sprefix=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.debo...

John chapter 20 is the story of the first witness to Jesus' resurrection. Walk through the chapter with April and I as we discuss this familiar and yet wonderfully detailed story. Resources: Colleen Searcy (gardener) : https://www.colleensearcy.com/ Article about doubting Thomas and unbelief:  https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/jesus-helps-our-unbelief my website:  https://www.deborahjmcken...

Join me with guest host April Whalen as we go through the narrative documenting the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The hour has come, scripture is being fulfilled and Jesus is in control the entire time. Through pain and torment, Jesus takes care of others and then the world. Here is our reason for hope but this moment seems anything but hopeful. I have left 5 minutes at the end for reflection. I ur...

The gospel of John chapter 19 read from the ESV New Inductive Study Bible    Links:  https://www.amazon.com/New-Inductive-Study-Bible-ESV/dp/0736947000/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NA1INXU5EUX7&keywords=esv+new+inductive+study+bible&qid=1701244059&sprefix=esv+new+ind%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/

The book of John chapter 18 read from the English Standard Version

John 18! Arrests, trials, violence, questions, betrayals, this narrative is jam packed. You may be familiar with it but by now you should know that being familiar is not the same as knowing what the scripture says. Join me with guest host Alisha Woodall as we talk through this narrative. 

The gospel of John chapter 17 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal    Links:  Illuminated Scripture Journal   https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Illuminated-Scripture-Journal-John/dp/1433564858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GDVIX6M7DJ5A&keywords=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john&qid=1690514468&sprefix=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.debo...

This chapter is sometimes called "The High Priestly Prayer". Jesus has been chatting with his disciples before He goes to his arrest and crucifixion. It is a densely packed prayer that Jesus makes to the Father. He prays for His crew and for all those that will hear their words and believe; that's you!  There is a lot to unpack here. Like Clayton and April recommend, this is one to...

The gospel of John chapter 16 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal    Links:  Illuminated Scripture Journal   https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Illuminated-Scripture-Journal-John/dp/1433564858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GDVIX6M7DJ5A&keywords=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john&qid=1690514468&sprefix=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.debo...

Join me with guest host Mary Austin as we read through chapter 16. This chapter is a continuation of the conversation Jesus is having with His disciples after the last supper. There are even more wonderful promises in this dialogue. What brings you joy? my website:   https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/

The gospel of John chapter 15 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal    Links:  Illuminated Scripture Journal   https://www.amazon.com/ESV-Illuminated-Scripture-Journal-John/dp/1433564858/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GDVIX6M7DJ5A&keywords=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john&qid=1690514468&sprefix=esv+illuminated+scripture+journal+john%2Caps%2C157&sr=8-1 my website: https://www.debo...

Join me with guest hosts Cameron and Alisha Woodall as we get into a well known metaphor of the New Testament. Grapes, vines, pruning. It can sound like a wonderful day for a picnic but what is really going on here?  References: Anonymous: Jesus' Hidden Years by Alicia Britt Cole:  https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Hidden-Years-Yours/dp/1591454212/ref=asc_df_1591454212/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=...

Guest Host April Whalen takes over the podcast today! She is interviewing myself and my husband Mike McKenzie. Jesus talks a lot about being sent by the Father. What does that look like in a practical way in our day to day lives? my website:   https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/