Pastor Chris reads one chapter of the New Testament and offers one devotional thought every weekday.
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Chris Pascarella Podcasts
Jesus forgives and heals a paralyzed man, showing His authority over sin. He calls Levi the tax collector and challenges the religious leaders’ views on fasting and the Sabbath. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus, who begins His ministry by preaching the gospel and calling disciples. Jesus demonstrates His authority through teaching, healing, and casting out demons. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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The river of life flows from God’s throne, and the tree of life brings healing to the nations. Jesus promises to return soon, and His people eagerly await Him. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John sees a new heaven and a new earth, where God dwells with His people forever. The New Jerusalem shines with God’s glory, and death and pain are no more. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Satan is bound for a thousand years as Christ reigns with His people. After Satan’s final rebellion, he is thrown into the lake of fire, and all are judged before God’s throne. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Heaven celebrates God’s justice, and Christ returns riding a white horse. He defeats His enemies and reigns as King of kings and Lord of lords. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Babylon the great, representing worldly wealth and power, collapses under God’s judgment. The nations mourn her fall, while heaven rejoices. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John sees the vision of the great prostitute riding the beast, symbolizing corrupt world power. Her judgment is certain, as she opposes God and His people. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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The seven bowls of God’s wrath are poured out, bringing final judgments on the earth. Despite the severity, people still curse God and refuse to repent. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John sees those who have conquered the beast praising God with song. The seven angels prepare to pour out the final plagues of God’s wrath. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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The Lamb stands with His faithful people, and angels proclaim judgment. The chapter ends with the harvest of the earth, separating the righteous from the wicked. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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The beast from the sea and the beast from the earth rise to deceive and persecute the world. They demand worship and mark their followers, opposing God’s people. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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vision of a woman, her child, and a dragon portrays the cosmic struggle between God’s people and Satan. The dragon is defeated by the blood of the Lamb and the word of testimony. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Two witnesses proclaim God’s truth, are killed, and then raised to life. The seventh trumpet sounds, announcing God’s kingdom and Christ’s eternal reign. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John sees a mighty angel with a little scroll and is told to eat it. The scroll is sweet to his mouth but bitter to his stomach, symbolizing the joy of God's salvation and the bitterness of God's judgment. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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The seventh seal is opened, bringing silence in heaven and the beginning of the trumpet judgments. The first four trumpets bring devastation to the earth, sea, rivers, and skies. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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God seals 144,000 of His servants, protecting them from judgment. A great multitude from every nation appears before God’s throne, praising Him for salvation. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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As the Lamb opens six seals, judgments are unleashed on the earth, including conquest, war, famine, and death. The martyrs cry out for justice, and the world trembles before God’s wrath. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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A scroll sealed with seven seals is presented, and only the Lamb is worthy to open it. Heaven erupts in worship as Christ is praised for His sacrifice and victory. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John is taken up into heaven and sees God’s throne surrounded by heavenly beings. The scene highlights God’s holiness, majesty, and eternal rule. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus speaks to Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea, exposing dead faith, encouraging perseverance, and calling for repentance. He promises rewards to those who overcome. For more help for your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus addresses four churches—Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira—praising their faithfulness but warning against compromise and calling for repentance. Each church is promised a reward for overcoming. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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John receives a vision of the risen Christ, who walks among the churches and holds ultimate authority. Jesus comforts John and commands him to write what he sees to the seven churches. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jude urges believers to contend for the faith against false teachers who distort God’s grace and lead others astray. He reminds them of God’s past judgments on the ungodly and calls them to remain in God’s love, showing mercy while waiting for Christ’s return. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/bibler…
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Peter reminds the church that scoffers will question Christ’s return, but God is patient, giving time for repentance. He calls believers to live holy lives as they look forward to the new heavens and new earth. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Peter warns against false teachers who secretly introduce destructive heresies. Their greed and corruption will lead to judgment, just as God has judged the ungodly in the past. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Peter urges believers to grow in faith, virtue, and knowledge so they can be fruitful in Christ. He reminds them of the certainty of God’s promises and the reliability of Scripture as God’s inspired Word. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul calls the believers to pray, live disciplined lives, and avoid idleness. He reminds them to follow his example of hard work and exhorts them to never grow weary in doing good. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul warns about the coming rebellion and the man of lawlessness who will exalt himself against God. He reassures the church that Christ will defeat him and urges believers to stand firm in the truth they’ve received. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul gives thanks for the Thessalonians’ growing faith and love, even in the midst of persecution. He encourages them with the promise that God will bring justice when Christ returns in glory. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul reminds believers that the Day of the Lord will come unexpectedly, so they must stay alert and sober. He calls them to encourage one another, live in peace, and remain blameless as they await Christ’s return. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul urges the believers to live holy lives, especially in sexual purity, reminding them that God calls them to sanctification. He commends their love for one another and encourages a quiet, hardworking life. He comforts them with the hope of the resurrection, assuring them that when Jesus returns, the dead in Christ will rise first and all believe…
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Paul explains that he sent Timothy to strengthen and encourage the church in their faith amid persecution. Timothy’s report of their steadfastness brings Paul joy and thanksgiving. Paul prays earnestly for their continued growth in love, holiness, and readiness for Christ’s coming. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroft…
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Paul reflects on his ministry in Thessalonica, reminding them that he and his companions preached with sincerity and did not seek human praise. He compares his care for them to a nurturing parent and commends their endurance in suffering. He longs to see them again but acknowledges that Satan hindered him from returning. For more resources to help …
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Paul greets the Thessalonian church with gratitude, praising God for their faith, love, and hope in Christ. He reminds them that the gospel came to them not only with words but with power and the Holy Spirit. Their transformed lives became a testimony throughout the region, as they turned from idols to serve the living and true God and to wait for …
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Jesus appears to His disciples at the Sea of Galilee and restores Peter, telling him to feed His sheep. The book closes with a reminder that not all of Jesus’ works are recorded. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus rises from the dead and appears to Mary Magdalene and His disciples. He breathes the Holy Spirit onto them and reveals Himself to Thomas, who proclaims, “My Lord and my God!” For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus is mocked, beaten, and crucified. He declares, “It is finished,” and dies. His body is taken down and buried in a new tomb by Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus is betrayed by Judas and arrested. He is questioned by the high priest and Pilate and is denied three times by Peter. Pilate finds no guilt in Him but the crowd demands crucifixion. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus prays for Himself, His disciples, and all future believers. He asks for unity among His followers and that they may be with Him and see His glory. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to guide and strengthen the disciples. He prepares them for sorrow and persecution but assures them of future joy and victory through Him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus teaches that He is the true vine and His followers must abide in Him. He calls them to love one another and warns that the world will hate them as it hated Him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus comforts His disciples, promising to prepare a place for them and to send the Holy Spirit. He declares, “I am the way, the truth, and the life,” and assures them of His presence. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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esus washes His disciples’ feet, demonstrating servant leadership. He foretells Judas’s betrayal and Peter’s denial, and gives the new command: love one another as He has loved them. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Mary anoints Jesus, and He enters Jerusalem to shouts of “Hosanna!” He speaks about His impending death, comparing it to a seed that must die to bear fruit. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead, showing His power over death. This miracle leads many to believe but also causes the religious leaders to plot His death. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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One Chapter One Thought Returns August 25 + Announcement
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0:54One Chapter One Thought will resume on Monday, August 25th with its daily weekday episodes, picking up in John 11.By Chris Pascarella
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One Chapter One Thought will be taking a brief break until Pastor Chris is back from his sabbatical on August 18. Stay tuned!By Chris Pascarella
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