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Reasoning Through the Bible

Glenn Smith and Steve Allem

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Taking a cue from Paul, Reasoning Through the Bible is an expository style walk through the Scriptures that tells you what the Bible says. Reviewing both Old and New Testament books, as well as topical subjects, we methodically teach verse by verse, even phrase by phrase. We have completed many books of the Bible and offer free lesson plans for teachers. If you want to browse our entire library by book or topic, see our website www.ReasoningThroughTheBible.com. We primarily do expository tea ...
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The episode reaches its climax with Jesus asking the question that serves as the turning point of Mark's Gospel: "Who do you say that I am?" After hearing what His followers are saying about His identity, Jesus turns directly to His disciples, forcing them to declare their personal belief. Peter's confession—"You are the Messiah"—marks the hinge po…
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When confronted by religious leaders demanding a sign from heaven, Jesus sighs deeply - a profoundly human moment revealing his disappointment with their hardened hearts. Rather than jumping through their hoops, he firmly declines their request and moves on. This teaches us a crucial lesson: Christ never indulges those who approach him with cynicis…
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Meet a deaf man whose life changed forever when Jesus touched him. His fingers in the ears, saliva on the tongue, and the powerful command "Ephaphatha" ("be opened") instantly transformed not just his physical abilities but serves as a profound metaphor for our spiritual condition. We're all spiritually deaf and mute until Christ touches us, openin…
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