Reading Through the Bible with Elder Linda

In this episode, we talked about Jesus resurrection, the lies told by the guards, and the great commission. One thing we mentioned is the fact that Mary Magdalene lingered after everyone else had left the tomb. Her waiting paid off. Jesus appeared to her and comforted her heart. We talked about the importance of us lingering in the Lords presence and waiting on God. If we learn to wait like Mary d...

In this episode we talked about Jesus burial and about the guards at Jesus tomb. We stressed the importance of appreciating all that Jesus has done for us #biblestudy #foryourpage #jesus #matthew #4you #holyweek #sanhedrin  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  ​

In this episode we talked about how the soldiers mocked Jesus (at least 300 of them-the entire regiment). We also talked about how Jesus was crucified at 9:00 am on Friday. He had 7 final sayings on the cross, and he died at 3 pm. He was taken down from the cross on Friday evening before the Sabbath day started. We talked about how the veil in the temple was torn from top to bottom signifying that...

In this episode we read verses 1-26. We discussed how Judas hung himself because he felt guilty about betraying Jesus. We also discussed Jesus’ six trials (he appeared 3 times before the Jewish authorities and three times before the Roman authorities. We also talked about how Jesus told the Roman Governor (Pilate) in John 19: 10-11, that the only power he had over Him was the power God allowed. Th...

In this episode we read about Jesus before the Sanhedrin and about Peter’s denial. Jesus had six court hearings. He came to Earth to die for our sins and to take our place. We must never forget what Jesus has done for us! #biblestudy #foryourpage #jesus #matthew #4you #holyweek #sanhedrin  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  ​

In this episode we read verses 31-56. We read about and talked about Jesus prediction of Peter’s denial, Jesus prayer in the garden of Gethsemane, and Jesus betrayal and arrest. We were reminded that we should be grateful for all Jesus has done for us. #biblestudy #foryourpage #jesus #matthew #holyweek #4you #peter #garden #judasiscariot #sanhedrin  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  ​

We covered verses 1-30 where we read about, the plot to kill Jesus, about Mary anointing him for his burial. We read about how Judas, one of his very own disciples, agreed to betray Him. Finally we covered the last supper that went from the traditional Passover meal to Jesus instituting what we now call communion. By partaking of communion, Jesus wanted us to remember how His body was broken for u...

This Chapter is a continuation of Chapter 24, concluding the teaching Jesus gave on the Mount of Olives. This Chapter concludes the last major teaching recorded in Matthew. This is the fifth discourse or major teaching. In this Chapter Jesus teaches the parable of the 10 virgins, the parable of the talents given to three servants, and the chapter ends with the final judgment separating the sheep f...

In this episode we talked about the great tribulation, the coming of the Son of man, and the parable of the fig tree. We also talked about the fact that no one knows the day or the hour of Jesus return and we learned what will happen to the faithful servant and the evil servant. #4you #biblestudy #foryourpage #jesus #matthew #judgementday #tribulation #abomination  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242 ...

In this episode we talked more about the great tribulation that will be coming on the Earth. We read about the events that will take place as listed in the Book of Revelation. #foryou #foryourpage #biblestudy #jesus #matthew #tribulation #judgementday #satan #antichrist #markofthebeast #milenium #salvation #christianity ​⁠  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  ​

In this Chapter we cover verses 1-14 where we talked about Jesus’ prediction of the destruction of the temple. We also talked about the signs of the times and the end of the age. Jesus said there will be many false Christ and false prophets. One way we can prepare ourselves is to study and know His word. We also should learn to hear His voice for ourselves instead of waiting to get a word from God...

In this episode we completed Chapter 23 talking about the woes Jesus pronounced against the Scribes and Pharisees. We are reminded that God put things in the Bible to teach us something. This episode is teaching us what not to be. ​⁠  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  #4you #biblestudy #foryourpage #jesus #matthew #holyweek #christian #woes #hypocrite #pharisees #scribes

In this episode we talked about how Jesus criticized the religious leaders because they were doing things to be seen and seeking after titles and recognition. We mentioned that Jesus wants us to be humble. We talked about Ephesians 4:11-16 where Jesus gave us some titles, gifts for the Church (Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. ) The purpose of our gifts/titles is to be used t...

In this episode we finished Chapter 22 verses 15-46. Here Jesus answered questions about paying taxes, about the resurrection, and about the the greatest commandment. Jesus also asked them a question at the end of the Chapter about why David called Jesus his Lord if Jesus was his son. The answer that they did not understand is that Jesus was both human and Divine…He was the offspring of David and...

In this episode we read the first 14 verses about the great wedding feast. We applied it to our lives recognizing that God is preparing a great feast in these last days. If we refuse to respond to the invite, we will spend forever in torment in hell. #4you #biblestudy #matthew #jesus #foryourpage #feast #wedding #christian  @readingthroughthebiblewith3242  ​

In this episode we completed Chapter 21 discussing how the elders and the Chief Priest questioned Jesus authority . We also discussed the two parables Jesus gave that was directed at these leaders. The first parable was about two sons one said he would go and work in his father’s vineyard but he didn’t go. The other son said he would not go, but changed his mind and went. We must remember actions...

In this episode we read about the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. This was His official declaration to the world that He was and is the Messiah. We also read about how Jesus cleansed the temple and got rid of those who were taking advantage of the people. We finished this episode reading about how He cursed the fig tree. We talked about how that fig tree represented the religious leaders...

In this episode we explain what is meant by ‘passion week’, Palm Sunday, Resurrection Sunday. We talked about what happened on the last days of Jesus life. We talked about what happened during his crucifixion. We talked about the events immediately following his death. Finally we talked about who he appeared to during the 40 days he was here after his resurrection. We also stressed that we should...

In this episode we talked about the parable of the 11th hour worker, and that it doesn’t matter how long you have been walking with the Lord, everyone that says yes to Jesus will have eternal life. We also talked about Jesus predicting his death preparing the disciples for his departure. Jesus also taught about us serving one another. We also learned about how Jesus healed two blind men. We talked...

In this episode, we talked about what Jesus said about marriage and divorce. We also talked about how Jesus blessed the children and reminded us again that we must become like children to enter the kingdom. We also talked about the rich young rulers question about how he could gain eternal life, sell all that he had. Peter also is told by Jesus that all those who have sacrificed for Jesus will be...

In this episode we talked about the parable of the lost sheep. This parable showed us how important each one of us are to Jesus and how Jesus will come and find us if we ever get lost and can't find our way. Jesus also taught us how we are to handle offenses amongst fellow Christians. Finally Jesus taught us that we must forgive one another continually. We stressed the importance of getting rid of...

In this Chapter Jesus teaches us how we are to treat our fellow Christians. We covered the first 10 verses about who’s the greatest in the kingdom. We also talked about how we must be carful not to stumble a fellow Christian or engage in activities that causes us to stumble. We also spoke about the fact that God had already sent His angels to look after us.  #biblestudy #jesus #4you #foryourp...

In this episode we talked about how Jesus healed a demon possessed boy. It was brought out that Jesus asked the boy’s father if he believed. He said I believe, help my unbelief. This is how we should pray when the doubts arise. Be real with God, tell him how you really feel so that He can help you. We also read about how Jesus predicts his death and how He performed a miracle getting money out of...

In this episode we read Matthew Chapter 17:1-13 which talked about the transfiguration. This is when Jesus took Peter, James, and John up the mountain and he was transformed, changed right before their eyes. Moses and Elijah also appeared with Jesus and talked about his pending death. We read Romans 12:2 which tells us we are also being transformed, changed, by the renewing of our mind. Another sc...

In this episode we finished talking about how Peter received a revelation that Jesus is the Messiah. When Jesus said on this rock, I will build my Church, we talked about the fact that Jesus is building His Church with all those who not only recognize who He is, but those who also accept Him into their hearts. We also talked about how Jesus predicts His death to His disciples for the first time. #...