Day 22: Genesis 49-Exodus 4; Matthew 16
by Jonathan Merki on January 22nd, 2023
A question you and I must answer: "Who do you say I am?" (Jesus)Jesus asked His disciples to speak out the popular opinions and preferences of His day: "What are people saying about me? Who do they say the Son of Man is?" (Matthew 16:13) Apparently they believed in reincarnation, for some believed He was John the Baptist. Others believed He was the forerunner of the Messiah, Elijah (that was the b... Read More
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Day 21: Genesis 49-Exodus 4; Matthew 16
by Jonathan Merki on January 21st, 2023
At our recent pastor's prayer retreat, our District Superintendent, Rev. Kerry Willis, focused his prayer session on Exodus 3:14. When Moses asked God His name (all pagan gods had names, so to Moses it stood to reason that God must as well), God condescended to give Moses, Israel, and all of us 'The Name' (by the way, this is how faithful Jewish people to this day refer to Him: 'The Name' - Ha She... Read More
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Day 20: Genesis 46-48; Matthew 15:21-39
by Jonathan Merki on January 20th, 2023
While Jesus' comment about what comes out of the mouth (Matthew 15:11) is in a negative context...he was speaking of what is in the heart, and pointing to the hypocrisy of the Pharisees...today's readings make me think of the positive. Consider Jesus (Matthew 15:21-39) and all He said and did that came from His heart...teaching, healing, feeding...blessing the people. Now, look back to Jacob. He a... Read More
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Day 19: Genesis 44-45; Matthew 15:1-20
by Jonathan Merki on January 19th, 2023
When soldiers return from their tours of service, their family reunion is sweet. It is a beautiful thing to behold. When missionaries return to their family in their land of origin, often there are tears of joy and the embraces are warm and extended. I have been there. Both of these are long anticipated, often they come with flowers and signs, and many times added supporters as an expression of lo... Read More
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Day 18: Genesis 42-43; Matthew 14:22-36
by Jonathan Merki on January 18th, 2023
Jacob asked his sons a very practical question: "Why are you sitting around staring at each other? Go!" (Genesis 42:1). The famine was severe. They needed food and had none. They knew there was plenty in Egypt. There was no divine revelation necessary. Use your God-given power of reason and take action. Go get food!Jesus told the hunger-satisfied disciples: "Go ahead. I'll catch up with you later ... Read More
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Day 17: Genesis 41; Matthew 14:1-21
by Jonathan Merki on January 17th, 2023
Galatians 5:6"For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision counts for anything, but only faith working through love." (ESV)"When you’re joined to the Anointed One, circumcision and religious obligations can benefit you nothing. All that matters now is living in the faith that works and expresses itself through love." (TPT)You and I know what lies ahead for Joseph...a grand and drama... Read More
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