by Dave Bondeson | Spiritual Growth Tool
March 28 – April 1 Reading: Monday: Matthew 19, Psalm 40, Deuteronomy 21-23Tuesday: Matthew 20, Deuteronomy 24-27Wednesday: Matthew 21, Psalm 41, Deuteronomy 28-29Thursday: Matthew 22, Deuteronomy 30-31Friday: Matthew 23, Psalm 42, Deuteronomy 32-34 Prayer:...
by Dave Bondeson | Reflections in the Word
Perhaps everyone has two types of friendships: the comfortable, personal relationships and those that are more professional and reserved. Both can be important, profound, and influential, but one is certainly warmer and closer. These personal relationships might be...
by Dave Bondeson | Reflections in the Word
On Tuesday, we read through Titus 3, which wrapped up that wonderful letter from Paul. He began chapter 3 by saying, “Remind them,” which is a reference to, “us… a people for his own possession” from Titus 2:14. Paul is addressing all of...
by Dave Bondeson | Reflections in the Word
In 2 Timothy 3, Paul gives a list of people “in the last days” that we should avoid. These types of lists are fairly common in the New Testament, but the word “avoid” sets this list apart. Usually, it’s a list of behaviors that are from...
by Dave Bondeson | Reflections in the Word
We finished up 1 Timothy this week in Woodlands in the Word, and began to read 2 Timothy. It’s remarkable how close we are to the end of the New Testament! In 1 Timothy 5, Paul gives some strict instructions on how to care for widows within the church. It would...