Day 28: Genesis 46-47
The story of Jacob (Israel) is now winding down. In today’s reading, he and his clan head to Egypt. On the way, Jacob stops in Beersheba, the land of his fathers. This is where God tells…
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Day 27: Genesis 43-45 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 27: Genesis 43-45
Today’s passage continues with Joseph’s brothers. They are returning to Egypt to buy more grain because the famine is severe. Jacob tells them to go buy more food, but Judah tells him they will not go…
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Day 26: Genesis 41-42 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 26: Genesis 41-42
It’s been 2 years since Joseph interpreted the cupbearer's and the baker’s dreams. Now, Pharaoh has dreams, and no one can interpret them. God uses this as part of His plan to restore Joseph, who is…
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Day 25: Genesis 38-40 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 25: Genesis 38-40
The story of Judah and Tamar is interesting. Judah is the son that Jacob and Leah had together. Scripture zooms in on his life for a moment because he will eventually inherit the blessing of Abraham…
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Day 24: Genesis 35-37 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 24: Genesis 35-37
In Genesis 35, God speaks to Jacob in the middle of his family drama. Jacob is aware of his need for God, and he listens. God instructs him to go to Bethel and build an altar.
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Day 23: Genesis 32-34 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 23: Genesis 32-34
After leaving a family crisis with Laban, Jacob learns he is about to enter another potential family crisis with Esau. However, God sends angels to assure him of His presence and protection.
Jacob is humbled by…
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Day 22: Genesis 30-31 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 22: Genesis 30-31
Even though Jacob loved Rachel, she still envied her sister, Leah, for her ability to have children. It’s never healthy to be jealous of what someone else has. In fact, the bible has something to say…
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Day 21: Genesis 27-29 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 21: Genesis 27-29
Isaac is old now, and he decides to impart his blessing to his son, Esau, before he dies. He instructs him to go hunting, find some game, prepare a delicious meal, and then he will bless…
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Day 20: Genesis 25-26 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 20: Genesis 25-26
Today’s reading begins with Abraham taking another wife named Keturah. They have 6 children together. Abraham gives all that he has to Issac, the promised child, and he gives gifts to the sons of his concubines…
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Day 19: Genesis 22-24 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 19: Genesis 22-24
We begin today’s reading with God testing Abraham. He tells Abraham to offer his son Isaac, not sacrifice. This is a test of faith and an opportunity for Abraham to demonstrate his fear of the Lord.…
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Day 18: Genesis 19-21 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 19: Genesis 19-21
Today’s reading begins with the two angels visiting Sodom in the evening. Lot was at the gate of Sodom, he greeted the men and insisted that they stay with him instead of in the square, as…
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Day 17: Genesis 16-18 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 17: Genesis 16-18
Abram and Sarai are now close to 100 years old (Sarai is at least 75), and they still haven’t yet had a son as God promised. She decided to do what many of us do when…
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Day 16: Genesis 12-15 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 16: Genesis 12-15
We are returning to Genesis today, and we’re picking up where we left off in the story of Abram. He was born through the bloodline of Adam, Noah, and Shem. God continues His special relationship with…
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Day 15: Job 40-42 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 15: Job 40-42
In yesterday’s study, we saw that God came on the scene! That was so exciting to me. Afterall, it’s always exciting whenever we see God come on the scene. In today’s reading, Job replies very briefly…
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Day 14: Job 38-39 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 14: Job 38-39
I don’t know about you, but I was so excited when I saw that the LORD is speaking today! Notice how “LORD” is in all caps. In my Bible notes for Day 1, you may remember…
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Day 13: Job 35-37 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 13: Job 35-37
Elihu continues to speak, and as he does, he seems to grow more and more harsh toward Job, even though he said he’d be easy on him. He even claims to speak on behalf of God,…
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Day 12: Job 32-34 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 12: Job 32-34
Welcome back! It’s Day 12 of our 365-day bible reading plan!
Finally, there is a shift in the story! A man named Elihu decides to speak. He was there the whole time listening. (Job 32:4) He…
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Day 11: Job 29-31 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 11: Job 29-31
Today, as Job continues his speech, he reflects on the days when his relationship with God was thriving. He longs for the days when he felt God’s nearness and when the friendship of God dwelt in…
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Day 10: Job 24-28 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 10: Job 24-28
Job continues speaking in chapter 24. He lists the injustices committed by the wicked against the poor and the needy.
Job says that it seems like murderers, thieves, and adulterers get to do what they want.…
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Day 9: Job 21-23 Chronological Bible Study Notes
Day 9: Job 21-23
Today, we begin by reading Job’s reply to Zophar. He is aware of their insults, but his complaint is against God. He asks a question that I am quite sure you and I have asked at…
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