Sunrise Devotions

146. Mark 7.24-37, Reading 21-Mercy Beyond Israel

Today in our series Reading the Gospels Together, we come to Mark 7:24-37 , where Jesus shows mercy beyond Israel!‘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

145. Mark 7:1-23, Reading 20-Religion that Defiles

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 7:1-23, which reminds us that sin comes from the heart.‘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

144. Mark 6:45-56, Reading 19-Jesus Walks on Water

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 6: 45-56, Jesus Walks on Water.‘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

143. Mark 6:30-44, Reading 18--The Feeding of the Five Thousand

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 6:30-43, tthe feeding of the five thousand.BibliographyThe 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

142. Mark 6.14-29, Reading 17: The Death of John the Baptist

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 6:1-4-29, the death of John the Baptist. BibliographyThe 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

141. Mark 6:1-13, Reading 16-Rejection at Nazareth and Mission of the Twelve

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 6:1-13, Jesus is rejected by his hometown and the disciples are sent to preach the gospel....BibliographyThe 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

140. Mark 5.21-43, Reading 15: Faith That Touches Jesus

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 5:121-43, the healing power of JesusBibliographyThe 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

139. Mark 5.1-20, Reading 14: Deliverance from a Legion of Demons

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 5:1-20; the deliverance of the Gerasene DemoniacReferencedThe 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

138. Mark 4.21-41, Reading 13: The Hidden Kingdom and Faith Over Fear

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 4:21-41, The Hidden Kingdom and Faith over Fear.BibliographyThe 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

137. Mark 4:1-20, Reading 12-The Parable of the Sower

Today on Reading the Gospels Together, we read Mark 4:1-20, The Parable of the SowerBibliographyThe 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