Search The Scriptures — Study 53 —Luke 22:1-13

Study 53 From The Book of Luke Is:

Luke 22:1-13

    1.     Verses 1-6. As events move towards the climax, what interested parties are mentioned here, and what is the attitude of each to Jesus?  What ought we to learn from the part played by Judas, who was ‘of the numbers of the twelve’?

    2.     Verses 7-13.  Do you think it is significant that Jesus’ death occurred at Passover time? Cf. 1 Cor. 5:7; Ex. 12:3-13; 1 Pet. 1:18-20.

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Search The Scriptures — Study 52 —Luke 21:25-38

Study 52 From The Book of Luke Is:

Luke 21:25-38

If details predictions are first given about AD 70 in verses 5-24, and about our Lord’s second coming in verses 25-28, it seems probable that in a concluding summary our Lord first referred again to AD 70 in verses 29-32, and then to the end of the age and the final day of the Lord in verses 33-36.

1.     Contrast the attitude of Christians with that of other men in times of crisis and judgement. What makes the difference?

2.     In the light of our expectation of our Lord’s return, how ought we to live? What will enable us to stand firm?

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Search The Scriptures — Study 51 —Luke 21:5-24

Study 51 From The Book of Luke Is:

Luke 21:5-24

In this chapter two themes seem to be intertwined; the coming destruction of Jerusalem and its Temple (which happened in AD 70), and the second coming of the Lord. It is not always clear which is in view, but in verses 5-24 the reference is probably to AD 70 throughout.

     1.     Jesus speaks of the destruction of Jerusalem as ‘days of vengeance’ (verse 22); what then was its cause? Cf. 11:49-51; 13:34, 35; 19:41-44.

2.     What dangers and problems will confront the disciples? How are they to be ready to meet them? Cf. Jn. 15:18-21; Rev.12:11.

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Search The Scriptures — Study 50 — Luke 20:27-21:4

Study 50 From The Book of Luke Is:

Luke 20:27-21:4

      1.     20:27-40. The Sadducees repudiated the doctrine of a life after death, both because of the practical difficulties it involved, and because it was not taught in the Five Book of Moses, which they regarded as the only authority.  How did Jesus meet their objections on both grounds? Cf. Mk. 12:24.

    2.     21:1-4. What does God look for in those who make gifts for His work?   Cf. 2 Cor. 8:12. Contrast these verses with 20:46, 47.

3.     20:41-44. ‘Son of David’ as a title for the Messiah carried the implication of a national, political deliverer. What does Jesus here tech about the true status of the Messiah, and about the character of His reign?

Note. 20:37, 38. God’s covenant with those who are His is such that death cannot break it.  If He is still called the God of Abraham, then Abraham cannot be dead.

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Search The Scriptures — Study 49 — Luke 19:47-20:26

Study 49 From The Book of Luke Is:

Luke 19:47-20:26

     1.     Observe the atmosphere of hostility and intrigue in this passage. In this situation, what was the purpose of the parable of 20:9-18? To whom does it refer, and what does it imply about the status of Jesus?

     2.     20:19-26. Why was Jesus’s answer so effective? Apply both halves of verse 25 to your own situation.

3.     20:1-8. Why did Jesus answer one question by asking another? Or was He treating their inquiry seriously? If so, why did He refuse to tell them the answer to their original question?

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Search The Scriptures — Study 48 — Luke 19:29-46

And…..we are back into the book of Luke

Study 48 From The Book of Luke Is: Luke 19:29-46

     1.     Verses 29-40.  What was Jesus’ purpose in making this public entry into Jerusalem? Cf. Zc. 9:9. What was he intending to teach about the nature of His Kinship? Contrast Rev. 19:11

     2.     Verses 41-46. What was it about Jerusalem that moved Jesus to pity and to anger? How do these verses show that love does not exclude Judgment?

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LAST LESSON IN GENESIS #42

OUR LAST STUDY IN LUKE WAS: Lesson 47:Luke 19:11-28

Search The Scriptures — Study 42 — Genesis 37-50-Revision

Study 42 of "Search The Scriptures” Is:

Genesis 37-50: Revision

Today is our last study on the book of Genesis. We will then go back to the remaining study of the book of Luke tomorrow.

     1.     Why did Joseph remain so free from bitterness in the face of undeserved suffering, and so unspoiled by sudden great responsibility? See Gn. 39:9c; 50:20; Acts 7:9, 10.

2.     Consider Joseph as a type of Christ.  How many parallels can you find?

STUDY 41

Search The Scriptures — Study 41 — Genesis 50

Study 41 of "Search The Scriptures” Is:

Genesis 50

      1.     Comparing 50:1-13 with 28:13-15, reflect how faithful God had been in the fulfillment of His promises even in Jacob’s own lifetime.  Cf. Ps. 146: 5, 6.

     2.     Why were the brothers slow to believe that Joseph had forgiven them? What was Joseph’s reaction? Do we ever similarly grieve God?

3.     How long a time elapsed between Jacob’s coming to Egypt and Joseph’s death?  What took place during those years? See verses 22, 23; Ex. 1:17.  How does this make Joseph’s faith (see verses 24, 25) the more conspicuous? Cf. Heb. 11:22

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STUDY 40

Search The Scriptures — Study 40 — Genesis 49

Study 40 of "Search The Scriptures” Is:

Genesis 49

     1.     Consider how diverse and unpromising were the human materials which God chose for the fulfillment of His purposes. Cf. Dt. 7:7, 8; 9: 4, 5.  One secret of how God could do this is described in verses 24, 25a. Is this a secret of victory which you have learnt for yourself? Cf. Phil. 4:13; 2 Cor. 12:9.

     2.     Consider especially Reuben, Judah and Joseph. In whom was the promise of verse 10 fulfilled? (See RSV for sense; cf. Ezk. 21:27.) Cf. also 1Ch. 5:1,2

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STUDY 39

He Asks for Absolute Surrender!

(J.R. Miller, "Daily Bible Readings in the Life of Christ" 1890)

"Follow Me," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." Matthew 4:19

"They immediately left their nets, and followed Him." Matthew 4:20

Their nets were probably all that they owned! It was with these, that they earned their living. Yet at the call of Christ — they gave up all, cut themselves off from their means of support, and in simple obedience and faith, went with Him. 

That is just what we all should do — when Christ calls us. We should obey instantly and without questioning. No matter how much the sacrifice involves — we should make it cheerfully for His sake. Though to obey cuts us off from all our ordinary means of livelihood, and leaves us without provision even for tomorrow — we should not hesitate. Christ takes care of His servants — when they are faithfully doing His will. He asks for absolute surrender to Him. He wants us to trust Him — while we obey Him unquestioningly.

The faith in Christ which the gospel requires — is the utter, unreserved devotement of the whole life to Him, and the unquestioning commitment to Him for time and for eternity — of every interest and hope. The question of what He will do with us or for us, or how He will provide for us — should not be raised for an instant. There must be no 'conditions' — in the following and the consecration. We may not 'bargain' with Jesus for an easy time, for 'smooth and pleasant paths' — but should simply give ourselves to Him absolutely and forever, to follow where and to whatever He may lead us.

The "immediately" is also important. Many people are forever postponing duties. But every call of Christ should be answered immediately. Many people obey so laggardly, so reluctantly, and so long after they are called — that half the value of their obedience is lost! Christ always wants instant obedience. There is no 'tomorrow' with Him. Tomorrow He may not have any need of us, or we may not be here to do the duty which He now asks of us.