Deborah J McKenzie

Footnotes and Witness

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Have you ever wondered if you are good enough to read the Bible? Does it feel like you aren't qualified? I grew up in church so I thought I knew how to read it; I didn't! With a few footnotes, I want to share the resources and tips that opened the Bible for me. The word finally started to feel like that "living" word I always hear about. If you follow Christ, you have the Holy Spirit and that means you are qualified to read God's word. If you want to be, this is a great place to dip your toes in the water and see what this whole Jesus thing is all about. I believe that when you read about God'...

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Deborah J McKenzie

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527 John 14 18.10.2023 5:27

The gospel of John chapter 14 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...

528 John 14 with April Whalen 18.10.2023 44:32

Join me with guest host April Whalen as we discuss John chapter 14. Jesus has been having a seriously hard conversation with his crew and it isn't getting any lighter. Whenever He makes hard statements though, He also gives them reassurances. He is the truth, the way, the life and He does not leave us as orphans! Just some amazing statements made here! my website: https://www.deborahjmckenz...

525 John 13 11.10.2023 6:35

The gospel of John chapter 13 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...

526 John 13 with Clayton Mills 11.10.2023 40:03

Join me with guest host Clayton Mills as we discuss the highlights from John chapter 13. Jesus washed the feet of his disciples, even Judas who was to betray Him. What can we learn about the character of God through this amazing example of service? References: God hardened Pharaoh's heart: https://bibleproject.com/articles/pharaohs-heart-grew-harder/ Predestination: https://www.christianity...

523 John Chapter 12 04.10.2023 8:25

The gospel of John chapter 12 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...

524 John 12 with April Whalen 04.10.2023 37:28

Join me with guest host, April Whalen, as we discuss the book of John chapter 12.

521 John 11 27.09.2023 8:35

The gospel of John chapter 11 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...

522 John 11 with Mary Austin 27.09.2023 35:59

Join me with guest host Mary Austin as we talk through John chapter 11. Did you know that I post short videos showing how I mark up the text with each chapter using inductive study methods? You can check out my social media pages from my website. There are direct links there. I hope you are walking through the book of John with us each week. The entire book takes about 2 hours to read. We are abo...

519 John 10 22.09.2023 6:11

The gospel of John chapter 10 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...

520 John 10 with Cameron Woodall 22.09.2023 49:48

Join me with guest host Cameron Woodall as we take a first glance look at the book of John chapter 10. We had such a good conversation and "the good shepherd" and His voice. I hope it brings you joy and comfort. References: we cannot be "snatched" from the Father- Deuteronomy 23:26-27 https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Deuteronomy%2023&version=NIV blasphemy defin...

517 John Chapter 9 15.09.2023 6:20

The gospel of John chapter 9 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.debor...

518 John 9 Study with Mary Austin 15.09.2023 43:29

Join me with guest host Mary Austin to take a deeper look at chapter 9 of the gospel of John. Scripture References: who sinned? why did they ask that: Exodus 20:5 evil spirit on Saul: 1 Samuel 19:9-10 my website: https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/

516 John 8 Study with April Whalen 08.09.2023 38:50

Join me and super guest host April Whalen to discuss John chapter 8. Scripture References: Abraham: Genesis 15 My website: https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/

515 John Chapter 8 08.09.2023 9:11

The gospel of John chapter 8 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.debor...

Bonus! Son of Man 02.09.2023 47:15

I wrangled guest hosts April Whalen and Clayton Mills to come chat with me about this title "Son of Man". Jesus refers to himself using this title more than anything else. Apparently, it is important. The reference was well known to ancient Hebrew people. Daniel 7 tells us about a dream that Daniel has. He describes the "Ancient of Days": a figure seated in authority, surrounde...

514 John 7 with Mike McKenzie 25.08.2023 35:10

Join me and guest host Mike McKenzie, my one and only, as we look at this unique chapter in John. Chapter 7 has a festival, teaching, NOT arresting, and lots of argument. Festival of Booths: Leviticus 23:34-43 more information: https://www.jewishvoice.org/read/blog/sukkot-feast-booths-known-some-feast-tabernacles my website: https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/

513 John Chapter 7 25.08.2023 7:12

The gospel of John chapter 7 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.debor...

512 John Chapter 6 Study 18.08.2023 28:30

We are taking a look at chapter 6 today. If you want to see how I mark up the text each week, go to my website and find a social media site to follow. I post a short video each week of what that looks like. This week I did NOT underline my verbs or box connecting words. I took my cue from John; to focus on the concept and not the action. There are 2 huge miracles in this chapter but John only wro...

511 John chapter 6 18.08.2023 10:00

The gospel of John chapter 6 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.debor...

510 John 5 Study with Mary Austin 11.08.2023 37:52

I am pleased as a duck with a junebug to say that Mary Austin, guest host, joins me again to chat about John chapter 5. There is so much here; this chapter is dense. We hit some high points but definitely didn't get close to addressing everything. You are always welcome to contact me thru my website or socials. Hopefully, you have a community locally to take questions to but if not, reach out...

509 John chapter 5 11.08.2023 7:11

Gospel of John chapter 5 read from the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal

508 John Chapter 4 Study With April Whalen 04.08.2023 33:58

Back with my is guest host April Whalen to have a chat with me about this amazing chapters. The women at the well and 2nd sign done in Galilee- the healing of the official's son. There are so many beautiful observations of Jesus and God's character throughout these 2 stories. Making the comparisons and noting the differences can really help the story come alive. Both characters take ac...

507 John Chapter 4 04.08.2023 7:21

The gospel of John chapter 4 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.deborahjmck...

506 John 3 study 28.07.2023 36:02

John chapter 3 observations and conversation with guest host April Whalen! Conversation with Nicodemus vs 1-21 bonus podcast episode over John 3:16 - https://www.deborahjmckenzie.com/podcast season 4 episode 8 "Bridegroom" references- https://biblehub.com/topical/b/bridegroom.htm https://www.desiringgod.org/messages/jesus-christ-the-bridegroom-past-and-future https://www.blueletterbibl...

505 John chapter 3 28.07.2023 6:13

The reading of the gospel of John chapter 3 read from the Illuminated Scripture Journal ESV links: https://www.illuminatedbible.org/ 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: htt...