Sunrise Devotions

156. Mark 10.46-52 Reading 31-Blind Bartimaeus Sees

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, Jesus, 'the Son of David' gives sight to the blind (Mark 10:46-52)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people. BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

155. Mark 10.32-45 Reading 30-True Greatness on the Road to the Cross

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, Jesus explains what is about to happen and what it means to be great (Mark 10:32-45)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

154. Mark 10.13-31 Reading 29-Receiving the Kingdom like Children

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, we are reminded that if God doesn't act, nobody can be saved! (Mark 10:13-31)‘Reading the Gospels Together' is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

153. Mark 10.1-12 Reading 28-Marriage, Hard Hearts, and God’s Design

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, Jesus speaks on divorce, remarriage, and our search for loopholes! (Mark 10:1-12)‘Reading the Gospels Together' is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI. Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.All music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

152. Mark 9.30-50 Reading 27-Greatness, Service and Fighting Sin

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together,Jesus calls you to redefine your life around His Kingdom (Mark 9:30-50)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

151. Mark 9:14-29 Reading 26-I Believe, Help my Unbelief

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, a father's faith is tested (Mark 9:14-29)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

150. Mark 9:1-13 Reading 25-Glory & The Cross

Today in our series, Reading the Gospels Together, Jesus is transfigured (Mark 9:1-13)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

149. Mark 8.27-38 Reading 24-Confession, the Cross, and True Discipleship

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, Jesus wants to know if we are willing to die for Him (Mark 8:27-38)‘Reading the Gospels Together” is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

148. Mark 8.11-26 Reading 23-On Being Spiritually Blind

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 8:1-1-26 , tJesus teacxhing on spiritual blindness.‘Reading the Gospels Together' is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound

147. Mark 8:1-10, Reading 22-Feeding the Gentiles

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 8:1-10, the feeding of the four thousand‘Reading the Gospels Together' is a journey through the Four Gospels, following Cornelis De Graaf’s Promise and Deliverance framework. Week by week, it shows how God’s covenant promises are fulfilled in Jesus Christ—the Servant‑King, the Son of God, and the Savior for all people.BiblographyThe Holy Bible, English Standard Version (ESV)Cornelis De Graaf, Promise and DeliveranceR. C. Sproul, Mark: An Expositional CommentaryCraig S. Keener, The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New TestamentJ. C. Ryle, Expository Thoughts on the GospelsC. H. Spurgeon, SermonsDigital Study and Research ToolsLogos Bible Software.Lexham Press. Used for Scripture study, original-language tools, and access to primary theological sources.ChatGPT (OpenAI).Used as a research, drafting, and organizational assistant.Navigate the Way AI.Used as a study and content-navigation aid, organizing background/commentary info.all music for episodes is from Epidemic Sound