Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Matthew 28. Day 96 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Episode Notes: 

Today's Scripture: Matthew 28(CSB)

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The Empty Tomb.  Jesus' Appearance.  The Great Commission.  

"Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit" - Matthew 28:19

Matthew 28 brings us to the hope every believer builds their life on: Jesus is alive. In this chapter, the empty tomb changes everything. We see the joy of the resurrection, Jesus appearing to His followers, and the Great Commission that sends His people into the world to make disciples. This chapter reminds us that our faith is not built on wishful thinking, but on the risen Christ who has all authority in heaven and on earth.

Matthew 28 also challenges us to live like the resurrection is true. Because Jesus is alive, we can face trials with hope, bring our doubts honestly before Him, and walk in the power He gives us each day. The Great Commission reminds us that following Jesus is not passive. We are called to share the gospel, make disciples, and help others know and obey Christ. As we read this chapter, we are reminded that the empty tomb is not just something to celebrate. It is something that should shape the way we live every single day.

Matthew 27. Day 95 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Episode Notes: 

Today's Scripture: Matthew 27(CSB)

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Jesus Crucifixion.  Symbolism of the Crucifixion.  The Burial of Jesus.  

"When the centurion and those with him, who were keeping watch over Jesus, saw the earthquake and the things that had happened, they were terrified and said, “Truly this man was the Son of God!” Matthew 27:54

Matthew 27 takes us to the weight of the cross and the cost of our salvation. In this chapter, we see Pilate struggle under pressure, the crowd choose Barabbas, Judas fall into despair, and Jesus suffer and die in our place. We also see powerful signs surrounding His death, including the darkness over the land and the tearing of the temple veil, showing that something far greater than a normal execution was taking place.

This chapter reminds us just how deep the love of God really is. Jesus was rejected, mocked, beaten, and crucified, yet He willingly endured it for sinners like us. Matthew 27 also challenges us to think about how we respond to Jesus. Some rejected Him, some mocked Him, some walked away, and some stayed near Him in faith. As we read this chapter, we are reminded to receive His grace with gratitude, forgive others because we have been forgiven, and hold on to hope because the cross was not the end of the story.

Matthew 26. Day 94 - Read the Bible: The New Testament in a Year

Episode Notes: 

Today's Scripture: Matthew 26(CSB)

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Bible Reading Plan: Navigators Reading Plan

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The Anointing at Bethany.    The Last Supper.   Gethsemane. 

"Going a little farther, he fell facedown and prayed, “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.” Matthew 26:39

Matthew 26 brings us into some of the most powerful moments leading up to the cross. In this chapter, we see a woman worship Jesus through a costly act of devotion, Jesus sharing the Last Supper with His disciples, and the heavy moment of prayer in the garden of Gethsemane. Each scene helps us see the depth of Christ’s love, the meaning of Communion, and the importance of staying spiritually awake.

This chapter reminds us that following Jesus is not just about knowing the right things. It is about giving Him our hearts, remembering His sacrifice, and staying close to the Father in prayer. The woman at Bethany shows us what real devotion looks like. The Last Supper reminds us that Jesus gave His body and blood for us. And Gethsemane shows us the beauty of surrender, even when obedience is hard. As we read Matthew 26, we are challenged to love Jesus deeply, remember Him faithfully, and stay spiritually alert in every season.

Matthew 25. Day 93 - The New Testament in a Year

Episode Notes: 

Today's Scripture: Matthew 25(CSB)

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Parable of the Ten Virgins.  Parable of the Talents.  The Final Judgment. 

"Therefore be alert, because you don’t know either the day or the hour."   Matthew 25:13

In this episode, we walk through Matthew 25 and listen to Jesus teach about being ready, being faithful, and living with eternity in mind. Through the Parable of the Ten Virgins, Jesus reminds us that we cannot wait until the last minute to take our faith seriously. Through the Parable of the Talents, He shows us that God expects us to use what He has given us for His glory. And through the picture of the Final Judgment, Jesus makes it clear that the way we love and serve others reveals what is truly happening in our hearts.

Matthew 25 challenges us to live with purpose. We are called to stay spiritually ready, to use our gifts faithfully, and to show real compassion to those in need. Jesus is not just looking for words of faith. He is looking for lives that reflect faith. As we read this chapter, we are reminded that following Christ means living prepared, serving faithfully, and loving people in a way that points them back to Him.

Matthew 24. Day 92 - The New Testament in a Year

Episode Notes: 

Today's Scripture: Matthew 24(CSB)

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The Destruction of the Temple.  Signs of the End Times.  The Coming of the Son of Man.  

"Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in the sky, and then all the peoples of the earth will mourn; and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.  He will send out his angels with a loud trumpet, and they will gather his elect from the four winds, from one end of the sky to the other."  Matthew 25:30-31

 

In this episode, we walk through Matthew 24 and listen closely to what Jesus teaches about the destruction of the temple, the signs of the end times, and His promised return. This chapter reminds us that everything in this world is temporary, but the words of Jesus will never pass away. It also challenges us to pay attention, stay faithful, and live ready for the day when Christ returns.

Matthew 24 is not meant to make us afraid. It is meant to wake us up. Jesus calls His followers to live with expectancy, to stay watchful in their faith, and to hold on to hope no matter what is happening around them. As we read this chapter, we are reminded that our hope is not in this world, our circumstances, or our ability to figure everything out. Our hope is in Christ, and because He is coming again, we can live each day with faith, purpose, and confidence.