Markers. Our method of facilitating this exploration of the Word is by the application of what we call “Markers” which point out aspects of a passage. The idea parallels an exercise I would give to my students when visiting a religious site where I would assign each of them some observation lesson such as “look how hands are used.” This heightens their awareness and assists them in discovering new insights which might otherwise be overlooked. Likewise, we will highlight various passages within a particular reading which may tie into a prophecy or other marker. For example, while reading Genesis 12, we would call attention to the third verse by providing a Marker #P4-Prophecy which points out-that through Abraham’s seed, God will bless all nations. 
Exploring God’s Library Daily Log
Here’s what our daily log looks like. When you join Exploring God’s Library Facebook page, we’ll send you a pdf of this page which you can then print out and photo copy for your daily study. We decided that since it is a reading program which moves quite rapidly, that it would be best to put it on one page to conserve paper and for one to make a short note, reflection, application and jot down questions which surface. Then on Tuesday at 6PM, Pacific Standard time on our FB Live time, we can address these questions. You can also post questions on either the Facebook page or on the WordPress site. However, please keep your questions, comments, notes pertinent to the particular passage we are addressing unless it happens to be another passage in Scripture which emphasizes that passage.
EGL-Reading List October 6-12, 2018
Scripture for 10.7.2018
Torah Reading:
- Genesis 2
- “The first Sabbath, 1-3. Further particulars concerning the manner of creation, 4-7. The planting of the Garden of Eden, and its situation, 8-12; man is placed in it; and the tree of knowledge only forbidden, 15-17. The animals are named by Adam, 18. The making woman, and the institution of marriage, 21.”*
Prophets
- Joshua
- Chapter 3: “Joshua comes to Jordan, 1. The officers instruct the people for their passage, 2-6. The Lord encourages Joshua, 7,8. Joshua encourages the people, 9-13. The waters of Jordan are divided.”*
- Chapter 4: “Twelve men are appointed to take twelve stones for a memorial out of Jordan, 1-8. Twelve other stones are set up in the midst of Jordan, 9. The people pass over, 10-13. God magnifies Joshua, 14. The priests commanded to come out of Jordan, 15-19. The twelve stones are pitched in Gilgal, 20-24.
Gospels & Letters
- Matthew 2
- “The wise men from the east enquire after Christ,1,2; at which Herod is alarmed, 3-8. They are directed by a star to Bethlehem, worship him, and offer their presents, 9-12. Joseph flees into Egypt with Jesus and his mother. Herod slays the children, 16-19; himself dies, 20-22. Christ is brought back again into Galilee to Nazareth, 23.”*
- Here’s an excellent clip from the film the Nativity on the wise men.*
Wisdom Writing
- Psalm 2
- “The Kingdom of Christ, 1-9. Kings are exhorted to accept it, 10-12.”*
- Psalm of the Day 24
- God’s lordship in the world, 1,2. The citizens of His spiritual kingdom, 3-6. An exhortation to receive Him, 7-10.
- Proverbs 1:7-9
- “An exhortation to fear God, and believe His word, 7-9.”*
- RA Torrey’s Introduction to the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge. Check out “What was the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge? by Fred Sanders on June 2, 2011.
- http://scriptoriumdaily.com/what-was-the-treasury-of-scripture-knowledge/
- For more information on The Nativity Story and ordering information. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Nativity_Story
Genealogy of the Messiah
Shabbat Reading from the New Testament — October 6, 2018
Matthew 1
- Chapter 1: “The genealogy of Christ from Abraham to Joseph, 1-17. He is miraculously conceived of the Holy Ghost by the Virgin Mary, when she was espoused to Joseph, and declares the names and office of Christ: Jesus is born, 19-25.
Note: Exploring God’s Library is delighted to introduce our audience to the amazing variety of excellent pastors and teachers in the Christian community. Today, we introduce to you Pastor Alistair Begg:
I have enjoyed listening to Alistair Begg over the years and was first introduced to his preaching when he preached at Grace Community Church in Sun Valley. He also has a radio https://www.truthforlife.org/.
His sermon on the Genealogy of Matthew is a joy to listen to and very informative. Most skip genealogies, but you’ll find out by listening to Pastor Begg just how much your missing.
“To risk reputation and affection for the truth’s sake is so demanding that to do it constantly you will need a degree of moral principle that only the Spirit of God can work in you. Do not turn your back like a coward, but play the man. Follow boldly in your Master’s steps, for He has made this rough journey before you. Better a brief warfare and eternal rest than false peace and everlasting torment.”
For more information: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alistair_Begg
Genesis 1: “God creates heaven and earth”
TORAH portion– Bereshit (in the beginning)
- Genesis 1
- “God creates heaven and earth, 1; the light, 3 the firmaments, 6; separates the dry land, 9; forms the sun, moon, and stars 14; fishes and fowls, 20; cattle, wild beasts, and creeping things, 24; creates man in his own image, blesses him, 26; grants the fruits of the earth for food, 29.”*
*Short Chapter synopsis from R.A. Torrey’s The Treasure of Scripture Knowledge.
Scripture for 10.6.2018 – Shabbat
TORAH portion– Bereshit (in the beginning)
- Genesis 1
- “God creates heaven and earth, 1; the light, 3 the firmaments, 6; separates the dry land, 9; forms the sun, moon, and stars 14; fishes and fowls, 20; cattle, wild beasts, and creeping things, 24; creates man in his own image, blesses him, 26; grants the fruits of the earth for food, 29.
Prophets
- Joshua 1 & 2
- Chapter I: “The Lord appoints Joshua to succeed Moses, 1,2. The borders of the promised land, 3,4. God promises to assist Joshua, 5-7. He gives him instructions, 8, 9. Joshua prepares the people to pass over Jordan, 10,11. He puts the two tribes and half in mind of their promise to Moses, 12-15. They promise him fealty, 16-18.”
- Chapter II: “Rahab receives and conceals the two spies sent from Shittim, 1-7. The covenant between her and them, 8-22. Their return and relation, 23, 24.”
The Gospels & Letters
- Matthew 1
- Chapter 1: “The genealogy of Christ from Abraham to Joseph, 1-17. He is miraculously conceived of the Holy Ghost by the Virgin Mary, when she was espoused to Joseph, and declares the names and office of Christ: Jesus is born, 19-25.
Wisdom Writing
- Psalm 1
- “The happiness of the godly, 1-3. The unhappiness of the ungodly, 4-6.”
- Psalm of the Day 92
- “The kingdom of Christ, 1-9. Kings are exhorted to accept it, 10-12. P
- Proverbs 1:1-6
- “The use of the proverbs.”
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