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Bible Study Notes for July 21 2014
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Mathew 8-14
Jesus Cleanses a L***r
1When he came down from the mountain, great crowds followed him. 2And behold, a lepera came to him and knelt before him, saying, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.” 3And Jesusb stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I will; be clean.” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. 4And Jesus said to him, “See that you say nothing to anyone, but go, show yourself to the priest and offer the gift that Moses commanded, for a proof to them.”
The Faith of a Centurion
5When he had entered Capernaum, a centurion came forward to him, appealing to him, 6“Lord, my servant is lying paralyzed at home, suffering terribly.” 7And he said to him, “I will come and heal him.” 8But the centurion replied, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant will be healed. 9For I too am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. And I say to one, ‘Go,’ and he goes, and to another, ‘Come,’ and he comes, and to my servant,c ‘Do this,’ and he does it.” 10When Jesus heard this, he marveled and said to those who followed him, “Truly, I tell you, with no one in Israeld have I found such faith. 11I tell you, many will come from east and west and recline at table with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven, 12while the sons of the kingdom will be thrown into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” 13And to the centurion Jesus said, “Go; let it be done for you as you have believed.” And the servant was healed at that very moment.
Jesus Heals Many
14And when Jesus entered Peter’s house, he saw his mother-in-law lying sick with a fever. 15He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she rose and began to serve him. 16That evening they brought to him many who were oppressed by demons, and he cast out the spirits with a word and healed all who were sick. 17This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah: “He took our illnesses and bore our diseases.”
The Cost of Following Jesus
18Now when Jesus saw a crowd around him, he gave orders to go over to the other side. 19And a scribe came up and said to him, “Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.” 20And Jesus said to him, “Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head.” 21Another of the disciples said to him, “Lord, let me first go and bury my father.” 22And Jesus said to him, “Follow me, and leave the dead to bury their own dead.”
Jesus Calms a Storm
23And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. 24And behold, there arose a great storm on the sea, so that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep. 25And they went and woke him, saying, “Save us, Lord; we are perishing.” 26And he said to them, “Why are you afraid, O you of little faith?” Then he rose and rebuked the winds and the sea, and there was a great calm. 27And the men marveled, saying, “What sort of man is this, that even winds and sea obey him?”
Jesus Heals Two Men with Demons
28And when he came to the other side, to the country of the Gadarenes,e two demon-possessedf men met him, coming out of the tombs, so fierce that no one could pass that way. 29And behold, they cried out, “What have you to do with us, O Son of God? Have you come here to torment us before the time?” 30Now a herd of many pigs was feeding at some distance from them. 31And the demons begged him, saying, “If you cast us out, send us away into the herd of pigs.” 32And he said to them, “Go.” So they came out and went into the pigs, and behold, the whole herd rushed down the steep bank into the sea and drowned in the waters. 33The herdsmen fled, and going into the city they told everything, especially what had happened to the demon-possessed men. 34And behold, all the city came out to meet Jesus, and when they saw him, they begged him to leave their region.
Footnotes:
a 2 Leprosy was a term for several skin diseases; see Leviticus 13
b 3 Greek he
c 9 Or bondservant
d 10 Some manuscripts not even in Israel
e 28 Some manuscripts Gergesenes; some Gerasenes
f 28 Greek daimonizomai (demonized); also verse 33; elsewhere rendered oppressed by demons
What was the purpose of Jesus suffering and dying?
Forgiveness of our sins.
To demonstrate Jesus is our Lord and his power over demons.

The power to forgive sins comes from God.
The holy spirit brings light. The fruit of the holy spirit is love, peace, kindness, faithfulness and self control.

James 1-17

First John 8-9

Hebrews 11

Hebrews 11 is a celebration of faith, showing its transformative power in the lives of those who trust in God. It provides a comforting reminder that faith is not about obtaining immediate results, but about maintaining hope and assurance in God's promises. This "Hall of Faith" serves as an inspiration for us to persevere, irrespective of the circumstances, trusting that God's perfect plan will unfold in His perfect timing.
Verses 1-3: The Definition of Faith
These verses establish faith as the assurance of things hoped for and the conviction of things not seen. Faith is presented as the lens through which believers understand the creation of the universe by God’s word.
Verses 4-7: Faith of the Antediluvian Patriarchs
Abel, Enoch, and Noah are presented as models of faith. Abel offered a superior sacrifice by faith, Enoch was taken to heaven because of his faith, and Noah, warned about unseen things, built an ark and saved his family.
Verses 8-22: Faith of the Patriarchs
The lives of Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph are examined. Abraham’s faith led him to obey God's call and promise, even when he was to sacrifice Isaac. Sarah's faith enabled her to bear a child beyond her age. Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph displayed faith even at the end of their lives.
Verses 23-31: Faith in Deliverance and Conquest
Moses' parents hid him by faith, and Moses himself led the Exodus and passed through the Red Sea by faith. Rahab’s faith saved her during the fall of Jericho.
Verses 32-38: Faith Amid Persecution
Various figures like Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, and Samuel are listed, whose faith led them to victory and endurance under severe trials and persecutions.
Verses 39-40: The Incomplete without Us
Despite the faith of these heroes, they did not receive the promise, as God had a better plan, integrating us into the picture, so that they would not reach perfection without us.
Hebrews 11, often known as the "Hall of Faith," is a powerful chapter in the New Testament, highlighting the role and importance of faith in the life of a believer. The chapter uses examples from the Old Testament to show how faith guided and empowered men and women to perform God's will, even amidst great trials.
Themes
Faith and Its Importance
Faith Manifested in the Lives of Biblical Figures
Faith as Assurance and Conviction
The Power and Results of Faith
The Test of Faith
Topics
The Nature of Faith
Heroes of Faith
Trials and Triumphs through Faith
The Reward of Faith
Linking Past, Present, and Future through Faith
People
Abel
Enoch
Noah
Abraham
Sarah
Isaac
Jacob
Joseph
Moses
Rahab
Gideon
Barak
Samson
Jephthah
David
Samuel
Locations
The World (creation)
Canaan (Promised Land)
Egypt
Bible Study Questions
1. How would you define faith based on Hebrews 11:1?
2. How has your understanding of faith been challenged or affirmed by Hebrews 11?
3. Discuss the link between faith and obedience as evidenced by the characters in Hebrews 11.
4. How did Noah, Abraham, and Moses exhibit faith despite not seeing the fulfillment of God's promises in their lifetimes?
5. How might understanding the world as framed by God's word affect your perspective on current global events?
6. In today's context, what might it look like for you to step out in faith as Abraham did?
7. What kind of "sacrifices" might faith ask of us in modern life?
8. How can Sarah's faith in God's promise inspire women today, particularly those facing seemingly insurmountable challenges?
9. Why do you think faith is considered an essential aspect of a believer's life?
10. How does Rahab's story challenge the societal definition of a hero of faith?
11. How can we maintain faith during times of persecution or hardship, as shown in verses 32-38?
12. How does the faith of these biblical figures challenge the cultural norm that results should be immediate?
13. How can the examples of faith in Hebrews 11 inspire you in your personal walk with God?
14. How does the concept of faith presented in Hebrews 11 contrast with the worldly view of faith?
15. Considering the experiences of these Old Testament figures, how does their faith inform our understanding of God's "better plan" mentioned in Hebrews 11:40?
16. What steps can you take to develop a faith similar to those listed in Hebrews 11?
17. What are some practical ways to demonstrate faith in your community?
18. How can understanding the stories of these faithful characters equip us for evangelism?
19. How does the understanding of faith in Hebrews 11 shape your perception of hope and future?
20. How can you apply the lessons from Hebrews 11 to your present-day living?

John 8-25

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Mark 16
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