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Luke begins by explaining his purpose for writing an orderly account of Jesus’ life. He details the angelic announcements of John the Baptist’s and Jesus’ births. Mary visits Elizabeth, and both rejoice in God’s plan. John is born, and his father, Zechariah, prophesies about the coming Messiah. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul writes to Philemon, a Christian leader, on behalf of Onesimus, a runaway slave who has become a believer. Paul appeals to Philemon to receive Onesimus not as a slave but as a beloved brother in Christ. He offers to personally cover any debts Onesimus owes and expresses confidence that Philemon will respond with grace. Paul closes with greetings and a request for Philemon to prepare a place fo...

Paul encourages prayer, especially for the spread of the gospel, and instructs believers to be wise in how they interact with outsiders. He closes with personal greetings, commending faithful coworkers like Tychicus, Onesimus, and Epaphras, and urges them to remain steadfast in the faith. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul calls believers to set their minds on things above and put to death sinful behaviors like immorality, anger, and lying. Instead, they are to put on virtues like compassion, kindness, and love. He gives practical instructions for relationships, including husbands and wives, parents and children, and masters and slaves. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechu...

Paul warns against deceptive philosophies and legalistic practices that undermine the sufficiency of Christ. He reminds the Colossians that they are complete in Christ, having been buried with Him in baptism and raised to new life. He urges them not to be enslaved by human traditions but to live in the freedom of Christ. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurc...

Paul begins by thanking God for the faith and love of the Colossians, praying for their spiritual growth. He emphasizes Christ’s supremacy over creation and the church, declaring that all things were created through and for Him. Paul also speaks of his mission to proclaim Christ and help believers mature in their faith. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch...

Paul exhorts the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord, to pray instead of worrying, and to focus on what is true and good. He thanks them for their financial support and shares how he has learned contentment in every situation through Christ’s strength. He closes with final greetings and a blessing. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul warns against legalism, emphasizing that righteousness comes through faith in Christ, not the law. He shares his personal testimony, counting all things as loss compared to knowing Christ. He encourages believers to press on toward their heavenly calling and to imitate godly examples. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul calls for unity and humility, using Christ as the ultimate example—He humbled Himself in obedience to death but was exalted by God. Paul encourages the Philippians to work out their salvation with God’s power at work in them. He commends Timothy and Epaphroditus as faithful servants of the gospel. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul begins with gratitude and joy for the Philippians, thanking God for their partnership in the gospel. He encourages them to remain steadfast, even in suffering, and shares how his imprisonment has actually advanced the gospel. He urges them to live in a manner worthy of Christ, standing firm in faith despite opposition. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblech...

Paul instructs children, parents, slaves, and masters on how to live in Christ-honoring relationships. He then encourages believers to put on the full armor of God to stand against spiritual warfare, ending with a call to prayer and closing greetings. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul exhorts believers to imitate God by walking in love, light, and wisdom. He gives instructions for godly relationships, particularly in marriage, comparing the relationship between husbands and wives to that of Christ and the church. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul urges believers to walk in unity and maturity, using their spiritual gifts to build up the church. He calls them to put off their old sinful selves and put on the new self, living in righteousness and holiness. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul describes his calling to preach the mystery of the gospel—that Gentiles are now fellow heirs with Jews in Christ. He prays that believers would be strengthened in their faith, grasp the depth of Christ’s love, and be filled with God’s fullness. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul explains that believers were once dead in sin but have been made alive in Christ by grace through faith, not works. He highlights how Christ has reconciled Jews and Gentiles, breaking down the dividing wall and creating one new people in Him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul opens with praise for God’s spiritual blessings in Christ, emphasizing that believers were chosen before creation, redeemed by Christ’s blood, and sealed with the Holy Spirit. He prays that they would grow in wisdom, understanding God’s power, which was demonstrated in Christ’s resurrection and exaltation over all things. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbibl...

Paul closes with personal greetings to various believers, commending their faithfulness. He warns against divisive people and ends with a doxology praising God for His wisdom revealed through the gospel. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul calls for unity between Jews and Gentiles, pointing to Christ as the example of selflessness. He speaks of his ministry to the Gentiles and his plans to visit Rome after taking aid to Jerusalem. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul encourages unity among believers despite differences in personal convictions, particularly regarding food and sacred days. He urges them to act in love, avoiding judgment and causing others to stumble. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul instructs believers to submit to governing authorities, as they are established by God. He emphasizes love as the fulfillment of the law and urges Christians to live in light of Christ’s return. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul calls believers to offer their lives as living sacrifices to God, being transformed by the renewing of their minds. He teaches about using spiritual gifts, loving sincerely, and living in peace and humility. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul assures that God has not rejected Israel completely but has preserved a remnant. He explains how Israel’s rejection opened the door for Gentiles to be saved, and he looks forward to a future salvation of "all Israel." For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul highlights the need for faith in Christ, explaining that righteousness comes through believing in Jesus, not by the law. He stresses the importance of preaching the gospel so that people can hear and believe. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul expresses sorrow for Israel’s rejection of Christ, emphasizing that God’s purposes in election are based on His mercy, not human effort. He explains that salvation is available to both Jews and Gentiles through faith. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading

Paul proclaims the victory believers have in Christ, declaring that there is no condemnation for those in Him. He speaks of life in the Spirit, adoption as God’s children, the hope of future glory, and the assurance that nothing can separate believers from God’s love. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading