Nov 1 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 17:1-13; Mark 9:2-13; Luke 9:28-36;

This has to be one of the most memorable events of all time: the transfiguration of our Lord. Peter speaks of it again as his life drew to its end (II Peter 1:16-18).

Matthew 17:14-21; Mark 9:14-29; Luke 9:37-43;

Jesus casts a demon out of a boy.

Matthew 17:22,23; Mark 9:30-32; Luke 9:43-45;

Christ predicts His passion again.

Matthew 17:24-27;

The Lord teaches a lesson by paying taxes.

Matthew 18:1-14; Mark 9:33-50; Luke 9:46-50

Christ teaches the innocence (not the inherited depravity!) of children and commands that we be like they are.

Nov 2 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 18:15-35;

Here is a lengthy lesson about forgiveness.

John 7:2-9;

Jesus gets advice from His brothers, who did not yet believe in Him.

Luke 9:51-56; John 7:10;

He makes a private journey to Jerusalem.

Luke 9:57-62;

Jesus speaks to three—one by one—about following Him.

John 7:11-52;

At the temple, the Messiah teaches about the source of His doctrine, leading to divisions in the multitude.

John 7:53-8:11

This is the passage about the woman caught in adultery. We, too, should obey the command to, “Go, and sin no more.”

Nov 3 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

John 8:12-59;

The I AM makes still another claim, “I am the Light of the world.” Note verse 58 particularly.

John 9:1-41;

Immediately, “the Light of the world” gives sight to a man blind from birth (he was older than Jesus!). The man proceeds to demonstrate great spiritual strength.

John 10:1-21

Now the I AM claims to be “the Door” and “the Good Shepherd.” We all ought to mark verses 17 and 18—and spend the rest of our lives being thankful for them...

Nov 4 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Luke 10:1-24;

Here we read of the sending out of the 70 (two by two) and His speech about their work.

Luke 10:25-37;

At this time, a discussion with a lawyer leads to the giving of the parable of the good Samaritan.

Luke 10:38-42;

Jesus visits Martha and Mary.

Luke 11:1-13;

He teaches the disciples to pray.

Luke 13:10-21;

Jesus heals a woman in a synagogue on the Sabbath and then puts His
adversaries to shame.

John 10:22-42;

An audience correctly understands His claim when He says, “I and the Father are one.” But they reject the evidence He offers—as usual.

Luke 13:22-35

Jesus answers a question about how many are going to be saved, and then receives a warning about Herod.

Nov 5 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Luke 14:1-24;

On this occasion, Jesus healed a man at the house of a ruler of the Pharisees on the Sabbath and used the opportunity to teach several lessons.

Luke 14:25-35;

Here is the Lord's great lesson on “counting the cost.”

Luke 15:1-32;

This entire chapter is devoted to teaching about repentance by the use of three parables: the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son.

Luke 16:1-18;

This is the parable of the unjust steward.

Luke 16:19-31

The chapter closes with the story of Lazarus and the rich man. Note that Luke does not call this a parable.

Nov 6 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Luke 17:1-10;

Several brief lessons are in these verses, addressed to His disciples rather than the Pharisees and other enemies.

John 11:1-46;

Here, the I AM is the “I am the Resurrection and the Life” as he raises Lazarus, the brother of Martha and Mary, from the dead.

John 11:47-54;

The chapter continues with a council convened by His enemies, and Jesus' decision to go to the wilderness for a time.

Luke 17:11-37;

As Jesus and the disciples travel to Jerusalem, He heals ten lepers and teaches more lessons.

Luke 18:1-8

This is the parable of the persistent widow.

Nov 7 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Luke 18:9-14;

This parable of the Pharisee and the publican has timeless lessons on pride, prayer, and humility.

Matthew 19:1-12; Mark 10:1-12;

Jesus gives His will on marriage, divorce, and remarriage.

Matthew 19:13-15; Mark 10:13-16; Luke 18:15-17;

Here is another lesson about children.

Matthew 19:16-20:16; Mark 10:17-31; Luke 18:18-30

He is now approached by the “rich young ruler,” and proceeds to teach about commandment keeping, riches, and sacrifice, followed by the parable of the laborers in the vineyard.

Nov 8 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 20:17-28; Mark 10:32-45; Luke 18:31-34;

Again, Jesus predicts His coming suffering in detail, but they still do not understand. One proof that they did not is that James, John, and their mother came requesting the right and left hand in the kingdom!

Matthew 20:29-34; Mark 10:46-52; Luke 18:35-43;

Two blind men, one of them named Bartimaeus, receive their sight.

Luke 19:1-28;

As He continues toward Jerusalem, Jesus meets Zacchaeus and teaches the parable of the pounds.

John 11:55-12:11; Matthew 26:6-13; Mark 14:3-9

This series of verses introduces us to the final week of His life before the crucifixion.

Nov 9 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 21:1-11,14-17; Mark 11:1-11; Luke 19:29-44; John 12:12-19;

The four writers give us the inspired record of the “triumphal entry” into Jerusalem.

Matthew 21:18,19,12,13; Mark 11:12-18; Luke 19:45-48;

The barren fig tree is cursed, and the temple is cleansed (for the second time).

Matthew 21:20-22; Mark 11:19-26; Luke 21:37,38;

The fig tree is already withered, and He uses it as an object lesson.

Matthew 21:23-27; Mark 11:27-33; Luke 20:1-8

Jesus teaches about His authority.

Nov 10 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 21:28-32; 21:33-46; Mark 12:1-12; Luke 20:9-19;

The parable of the two sons is His next lesson. Then He delivers the parable of the wicked husbandman.

Matthew 22:1-14;

These verses have the parable of the wedding of the king's son.

Matthew 22:15-22; Mark 12:13-17; Luke 20:20-26;

His enemies now attempt to ensnare Jesus by asking a “hard” question about paying tribute (taxes).

Matthew 22:23-33 Mark 12:18-27; Luke 20:27-39

The next discussion resolves around a question about the resurrection asked by the Sadducees.

Nov 11 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 22:34-40; Mark 12:28-34; Luke 20:40;

Here is the question and answer about “the great commandment.”

Matthew 22:41-46; Mark 12:35-37; Luke 20:41-44;

Now it is the Lord's turn to ask a question!

Matthew 23:1-39; Mark 12:38-40; Luke 20:45-47;

At this time, Jesus presents His strong “negative” sermon against the scribes and Pharisees: Hypocrites.

Mark 12:41-44; Luke 21:1-4

Jesus observes the widow who offers everything: two mites.

Nov 12 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

John 12:20-50;

The tremendous emotions of Jesus over His coming suffering and the awful rejection He had encountered so far begin to reach a peak here. The scene is so powerful that God even speaks again from heaven for their benefit; but, as usual, it is rejected (v. 28).

Matthew 24:1-34; Mark 13:1-31; Luke 21:5-34

Jesus predicts the destruction of Jerusalem, and says that it would take place in their generation.

Nov 13 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 24:35-51; 25:1-46; Mark 13:32-37; Luke 21:35-37;

Now He turns to the question of the second coming. He reveals many important truths about THAT day, but gives no signs that would allow anyone to identify the day or the hour!

Matthew 26:1-5,14-16; Mark 14:1,2,10,11;

As Jesus again predicts His death, the enemy is plotting it! And Judas is involved...

Luke 22:1-6; Matthew 26:17-20; Mark 14:12-17; Luke 22:7-18,24-30

After preparations are made for the Passover, the apostles are squabbling among themselves about who is the greatest among them.

Nov 14 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

John 13:1-20;

Jesus teaches a lesson about servanthood by washing their feet.

Matthew 26:21-25, 31-35; Mark 14:18-21,27- 31; Luke 22:21-23,31-38; John 13:21-38;

Two predictions are made: 1) the betrayal by Judas; 2) the threefold denial by Peter.

Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:19,20; I Corinthians 11:23-26

These passages give the institution of the Lord's Supper, to be observed each first day of the week (Acts 20:7-11).

Nov 15 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

John 14:1-16:33;

Here are the words of His last discourse to the eleven, shortly before Judas brings the mob to the betrayal scene. They should be read soberly in a quiet place. The I AM makes more claims here: He is the Way, the Truth, the Life, and the Vine.

John 17:1-26;

At the end of His discussion, he offers this prayer on their (and our) behalf. A lesson: Let us learn the power of praying for others when we are struggling.

Matthew 26:30,36-46; Mark 14:26,32-42; Luke 22:39-46; John 18:1

Nothing needs to be said: Here is His agony in the garden.

Nov 16 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-52; Luke 22:47-53; John 18:2-11;

The Son of man is now betrayed, arrested, and forsaken—by people—the people He came to save.

John 18:12-14,19-23;

He is tried before Annas—a human high priest examining the divine high priest!

Matthew 26:57,59-68; Mark 14:53,55-65; Luke 22:54,63-65; John 18:24;

In the second stage of the Jewish trial, He is condemned by the Jewish leaders.

Matthew 26:58,69-75; Mark 14:54,66-72; Luke 22:55-62; John 18:15-18,25-27;

Tragically, the prediction of Peter's threefold denial comes true.

Matthew 27:1,2; Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66-23:1; John 18:28

In the third stage of the Jewish trial, He is formally condemned and then led to Pilate.

Nov 17 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 27:11-14; Mark 15:2-5; Luke 23:2-5; John 18:29-38;

The Roman trial begins with the divine King of kings before an earthly ruler. Luke 23:6-12; At the second stage of the Roman trial, King Jesus is before “King” Herod.

Matthew 27:15-30; Mark 15:6-19; Luke 23:13-25; John 18:39-19:16;

Here is the third stage of the Roman trial, where the Innocent One is condemned by a guilty one to die in the place of everyone else on earth (Romans 5:6-21).

Mathew 27:3-10; Acts 1:18,19;

The betrayer does not truly repent, as the denier did. He kills himself - while the denier obtains forgiveness and leads countless souls to the cross. Which path will you and I take, fellow sinner?

Matthew 27:31-34; Mark 15:20-23; Luke 23:26-33; John 19:17

It is still getting harder - now they are on the way - yes, THE WAY is on “the way” - to Golgotha.

Nov 18 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 27:35-44; Mark 15:24-32; Luke 23:33-43; John 19:18-27;

These are the events, people, and sayings during the first three hours of the crucifixion. The I AM—what is He now?

Matthew 27:45-56; Mark 15:33-41; Luke 23:44-49; John 19:28-30;

Jesus makes a few more statements. Darkness—death—heaven and earth shake. “Truly this was the Son of God.” And now the multitudes have something else to think about—but will they?

Matthew 27:57-66; Mark 15:42-47; Luke 23:50-56; John 19:31-42;

Witnesses determine that Jesus is dead, so His body is taken down and laid in a tomb where “never man” was laid. Note how many people are close to this situation and what their reactions are.

Matthew 28:1-8; Mark 16:1-8; Luke 24:1-8,12; John 20:1-10

While we are still grieving over His death, the scene shifts to the empty tomb and another host of witnesses—witnesses who knew that HE IS NOT HERE—BUT IS RISEN!

Nov 19 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Matthew 28:9,10; Mark 16:9-11; Luke 24:9-11; John 20:11-18;

Jesus now begins to make appearances to a wide variety of people in different places over 40 days, thus providing the “many infallible proofs” of His resurrection (Acts 1:1-3). Here, He appears to Mary Magdalene and then to several women.

Matthew 28:11-15;

The enemies of the cross learn that the body is gone, and a story is devised that He was “stolen away.”

Mark 16:12,13; Luke 24:13-35;

The main story here is His appearance to two disciples on the road to Emmaeus and His discussion with them. It is still the same day.

Mark 16:14; Luke 24:36-43; John 20:19-25; 20:26-31;

On that evening He shows Himself to the “eleven,” except Thomas.

I Corinthians 15:5;John 21:1-25;

A week later, with Thomas present, Jesus appears to them again. Again He appears to some of the apostles, this time at the Sea of Tiberias (Galilee).

Matthew 28:16,17; I Corinthians 15:6;

An appointed appearance takes place on a mountain in Galilee.

Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 16:15-18; Luke 24:46,47;

Now the Lord Jesus Christ gives the Great Commission to the apostles.

I Corinthians 15:7; Luke 24:44-49;

Here He appears to James and all the apostles.

Acts 1:3-8; Mark 16:19,20; Luke 24:50-53; Acts 1:9-12

These verses tell of Hs ascension to receive a kingdom (Daniel 7:13,14) while “they stood gazing.”

Nov 20 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 1:1-4:37

A few of these verses in Acts 1 were read earlier, but there is such a major transition here that it is a good idea to read them again. Note the plan for evangelizing the world in verse 8. Chapter 2 is the record of the establishment of the church of Christ in the year AD 30. It is one of the most significant events in all of history, as predicted repeatedly by the prophets (Isaiah 2:2-4; Daniel 2; Joel 2; Psalm 2). Be sure to note how people responded to the gospel in the rest of Acts. Using the same method often used by Jesus, Peter and John heal a man and use the opportunity to preach the gospel in chapter 3. As a result of the events in chapter 3, the first of many persecutions occurs—but faith and boldness in Christ does not discourage them in the least. Note also that we are introduced to Barnabas in chapter 4.

Nov 21 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 5:1-8:40

Today's reading tells of the deaths of Ananias and Sapphira, more persecution against the apostles, the choosing of seven faithful men to do benevolent work, the sermon and murder of Stephen, the first general persecution against the church (led by a man named Saul), and moreconversions in chapter 8. The lessons to be learned are numerous. Be sure to look for them as you read.

Nov 22 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 9:1-25;

The same Saul who worked so hard to persecute the disciples now yields his life to Christ (his conversion is also discussed in two of his own lessons in chapters 22 and 26).

Galatians 1:17-19; Acts 9:26-11:30

Paul mentions an early trip to Jerusalem.
The major character is Peter again, as he heals Aeneas, raises Dorcas, and preaches to the first Gentiles—Cornelius and his audience. Note the first use of the word “Christian” in 11:26.

Nov 23 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 12:1-13:52;

In this reading, Luke shifts his emphasis from the work of Peter to that of Paul, following the outline given by Jesus in Acts 1:8 to show how the gospel went from Jerusalem to Rome. Chapter 12 is another story of victory over persecution, while chapter 13 tells of the beginning of Paul's first evangelistic journey.

James 1:1-27

At about this time, we believe that the book of James was written, by one of the half-brothers of Jesus. This chapter stresses trials, temptations, the power of the word, and that we must work in order to be faithful.

Nov 24 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

James 2:1-5:20

James 2:1-13 teaches us about respect of persons; 2:14-26 is about the relation between faith and works; 3:1-12 is instruction about the tongue; 3:13-18 is a lesson on wisdom; 4:1-12 calls upon us to treat one another properly; 4:13-17 reminds us to do that which we know to be good; 5:1-6 is a warning about riches; 5:7-12 is about patience; and 5:13-20 has several lessons about prayer.

Nov 25 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 14:1-15:12;

Now we read of the end of the first evangelistic journey and the first part of a conference in Jerusalem dealing with Judaizing teachers (Christians who taught that parts of the law of Moses are still binding).

Galatians 2:7-10;

Here is a brief reference made by Paul about this conference.

Acts 15:13-35;

This sections records the conclusions of the conference—which were not based on the wisdom of men, or popular vote, but revelation from the Holy Spirit.

Galatians 2:11-14;

Here is an incident where hypocrisy reigned—until Paul showed enough love to rebuke!

Acts 15:36-41

Paul desires to begin a second evangelistic journey, but a disagreement leads to two efforts. All the signs are that both were approved and effective.

Nov 26 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

Acts 16:1-18:17

Paul's second evangelistic journey begins by visiting churches that were established on the first trip, including his meeting with Timothy. Then the Great Commission takes a dramatic turn as the gospel is taken into Europe (Philippi in Greece). The rest of this reading traces Paul's travels down through Greece.

Nov 27 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

I Thessalonians 1:1-5:28

While Paul was at Athens (I Thessalonians 3:1,2), he sent Timothy to Thessalonica to see about the new congregation. By the time Timothy met Paul again, he was at Corinth (Acts 18:5). From there, he wrote both of his letters to Thessalonica. Chapter 1 is a review of the beginning of the congregation. Chapter 2 emphasizes the kind of men that Paul and his coworkers were. Chapter 3 tells how Paul felt about Timothy's report. Chapter 4:1-12 stresses the importance of high standards for Christians. Chapter 4:13-5:11 deals with the second coming. The last verses are brief encouragements.

Nov 28 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

II Thessalonians 1:1-3:18;

Almost immediately after I Thessalonians the need for the second letter arose. This was due to errors about the second coming, which, according to some, was going to occur very soon. In chapter 1, he gives some characteristics of that day. In chapter 2, he reveals that a great apostasy would take place before the second coming. In chapter 3, among other things, Paul commands that we withdraw ourselves from Christians who reject his teachings.

Acts 18:18-19:41

As the third evangelistic journey begins, Paul spends a great deal of his time in Ephesus, helping to begin a great work. Take special note of the friends and enemies of Paul who are mentioned in this reading.

Nov 29 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

I Corinthians 1:1-5:13

When he was at Ephesus (I Corinthians 16:8), Paul received a letter from Corinth (7:1), which prompted this response. Chapter 1 stresses the importance of the Lord Jesus Christ and unity (vv. 1-17), and contrasts the gospel with the schemes of men (vv. 18-31). Chapter 2 teaches that the message of the cross is a word-by-word revelation from heaven. Chapter 3 contrasts the results of carnality and spirituality. Chapter 4 describes the true stewards (ministers of God). Chapter 5 shows how the church must deal with sin and immorality.

Nov 30 - (Online Reading Links - KJV | NKJV | NIV | NASB)

I Corinthians 6:1-10:33

Chapter 6 brings out more clear cut differences between Christians and the world. Chapter 7 deals with questions they had asked Paul (in their letter) about marriage. Chapter 8 is about the principles that settle issues such as eating meat offered to idols. Chapter 9 discusses several things about preachers and preaching. Chapter 10 shows how the Old Testament still teaches (vv. 1-14), and true oneness in Christ and the need to do only that which brings glory to God (vv. 15-33).