Pastor Chris reads one chapter of the New Testament and offers one devotional thought every weekday.
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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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Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the sheep. He claims unity with the Father, leading to more attempts to arrest Him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus heals a man born blind, and the miracle sparks a controversy. The healed man boldly testifies about Jesus, while the religious leaders reject him. Jesus reveals Himself as the Son of Man. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus forgives a woman caught in adultery and declares, “I am the light of the world.” He debates with the religious leaders, calling them to the truth and warning of judgment for unbelief. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus teaches at the Feast of Tabernacles and faces growing opposition. He calls people to believe in Him and promises living water (the Holy Spirit) to those who do. Division arises about His identity. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus feeds 5,000 people and walks on water. He teaches that He is the Bread of Life and that those who come to Him will never hunger. Many struggle with His teaching and turn away. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus heals a lame man at the pool of Bethesda on the Sabbath, provoking controversy. He teaches that He is equal with God and has authority to give life and judge. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus speaks with a Samaritan woman at a well, offering her living water. Many Samaritans believe in Him. He heals a royal official’s son from a distance, demonstrating His power and compassion. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Jesus teaches Nicodemus that no one can enter the kingdom of God without being born again. He reveals God's love in sending His Son to save the world. John the Baptist declares that Jesus must increase, and he must decrease. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Jesus performs His first miracle by turning water into wine at a wedding in Cana, revealing His glory. He then clears the temple in Jerusalem, showing His authority and zeal for God’s house. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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John introduces Jesus as the eternal Word who was with God and is God. Jesus, the true light, comes into the world and gives the right to become children of God to all who believe in Him. John the Baptist testifies about Jesus, and Jesus begins calling His first disciples. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechur…
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Peter exhorts church leaders to shepherd the flock humbly and faithfully. He urges all believers to be humble, watchful, and firm in faith because the devil seeks to destroy. He ends with a reminder that after suffering, God will restore and strengthen them. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblerea…
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Peter encourages believers to live for God’s will, not human desires, especially in the face of suffering. He reminds them that suffering for Christ is a blessing and a way to glorify God. He urges them to love one another deeply, serve faithfully, and entrust themselves to God in trials. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.l…
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Peter offers instructions for Christian conduct in marriage and in the broader community, emphasizing humility and peace. He encourages believers to respond to suffering with hope and to be ready to explain their faith gently and respectfully. Christ is portrayed as the example of suffering and triumph. For more resources to help your Bible reading…
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Peter urges believers to grow spiritually, describing them as living stones being built into a spiritual house. He calls them a chosen people and instructs them to live honorably among unbelievers. He also gives guidance on submitting to authorities and enduring unjust suffering like Christ did. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https:…
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Peter opens by praising God for the living hope believers have through Christ’s resurrection. He encourages them to rejoice even in trials, knowing their faith is being refined. He calls them to holiness in response to God’s grace and reminds them that they were redeemed by Christ’s precious blood. For more resources to help your Bible reading: htt…
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John writes to Gaius, commending him for his faithfulness and hospitality to traveling Christian workers. He warns against Diotrephes, a prideful leader who rejects authority and refuses to welcome others. John also praises Demetrius as someone with a good reputation and genuine faith. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.linc…
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John writes to “the elect lady and her children,” likely a church and its members, encouraging them to walk in truth and love. He warns against deceivers who deny that Jesus came in the flesh and instructs the church not to welcome or support false teachers, so they don’t share in their wrongdoing. For more resources to help your Bible reading: htt…
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John explains that faith in Jesus as the Son of God is the foundation of victory over the world. He affirms the testimony of God about His Son and the assurance of eternal life. He encourages confident prayer and concludes with a warning to keep away from idols. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/bibl…
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John instructs believers to test the spirits to discern truth from error. He emphasizes that love is the defining mark of those who know God because God is love. Believers can have confidence in God’s love and should reflect it by loving others. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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John describes the incredible love of God in making believers His children. He contrasts the children of God with the children of the devil, emphasizing that a true child of God does not persist in sin and loves others. Love is shown through action, not just words. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/b…
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John encourages believers not to sin, but assures them that if they do, Jesus is their advocate. He calls them to obey God’s commands and love others as proof of knowing Him. He warns against loving the world and false teachers (antichrists), urging them to remain in Christ and hold to the truth. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https…
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John opens by affirming that he and others were eyewitnesses of Jesus—the Word of Life. He writes so that believers may have fellowship with God and one another. He emphasizes that God is light, and walking in the light involves confessing sin and living in truth, rather than claiming to be without sin. For more resources to help your Bible reading…
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Paul urges believers to be submissive to authorities, kind, and peaceable, reminding them of the transformation God brought through His mercy and the washing of regeneration. He warns against divisive people and unprofitable controversies and closes with personal instructions and final greetings. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https…
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Paul instructs Titus to teach what aligns with sound doctrine. He gives guidance for different groups in the church—older men and women, younger people, and slaves—urging them to live godly lives. He explains that God’s grace teaches believers to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives while waiting for Christ’s return. For more resources to…
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Paul opens by identifying Titus as his trusted partner and gives instructions to appoint elders in every town. He outlines the qualifications for elders, emphasizing integrity, sound doctrine, and the ability to refute false teachers. He warns about rebellious people, especially those spreading false teachings for personal gain, and calls for their…
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Paul charges Timothy to preach the Word faithfully, in season and out, because people will turn from truth to myths. Paul reflects on his own life, saying he has fought the good fight and is ready to receive his heavenly reward. He gives final personal instructions and closes with greetings. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://ww…
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Paul warns that in the last days, people will become increasingly sinful and resistant to truth. He contrasts this with Timothy’s faithful upbringing and reminds him that all Scripture is God-breathed and is essential for teaching, correcting, and training in righteousness. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechu…
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Paul exhorts Timothy to be strong in grace, to entrust truth to faithful men, and to endure hardship like a soldier, athlete, and farmer. He warns against quarreling over words and false teachings and urges Timothy to pursue righteousness and to correct others gently. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.or…
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Paul writes from prison, encouraging Timothy to be bold in his faith and to not be ashamed of the gospel or of Paul’s imprisonment. He reminds Timothy of his sincere faith and calls him to fan into flame the gift of God. Paul urges him to guard the gospel through the Holy Spirit and to remain loyal, even when others have turned away. For more resou…
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Paul addresses relationships between slaves and masters, warns against false teachers motivated by greed, and urges contentment. He commands the rich to be generous and not proud. Timothy is exhorted to fight the good fight of faith and guard what has been entrusted to him. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechu…
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Paul gives instructions on caring for different groups within the church: older and younger men and women, widows, elders, and those in sin. He stresses honoring true widows and supporting elders well, but also addressing sin without partiality. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul warns that some will abandon the faith and follow false teachings. He encourages Timothy to be a good servant of Christ by focusing on sound doctrine, training in godliness, and setting an example in speech, conduct, love, faith, and purity. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul outlines qualifications for church leaders, including overseers (elders) and deacons. Leaders must be above reproach, self-controlled, and spiritually mature. He stresses that the church is the pillar of truth and points to the mystery of godliness found in Christ. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.…
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Paul instructs that prayers be made for all people, especially those in authority, so believers may live peaceful, godly lives. He emphasizes that God desires all to be saved. He gives guidelines for men and women in worship and addresses women’s roles in the church. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org…
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Paul urges Timothy to stay in Ephesus to confront false teachers promoting myths and speculation. He emphasizes that the goal of instruction is love from a pure heart, good conscience, and sincere faith. Paul shares his own testimony, praising God's mercy in saving him, and charges Timothy to hold fast to sound doctrine. For more resources to help …
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Paul warns the Corinthians to examine themselves and be ready for his coming visit. He urges them to aim for restoration, unity, and peace, closing the letter with blessings and encouragement. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul speaks of a “thorn in the flesh” given to keep him humble despite the revelations he received. He boasts in his weaknesses, knowing God’s grace is sufficient. He expresses his deep love for the Corinthians, despite their doubts. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul expresses his concern for the Corinthians, warning them against false apostles. He recounts his own hardships and sufferings as proof of his genuine apostleship and devotion to Christ. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul defends his ministry against critics, emphasizing that though he is humble in person, his authority comes from God. He reminds them that spiritual warfare is fought with divine power, not human strength. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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Paul continues urging generous giving, reminding them that God loves a cheerful giver. He assures them that God will supply their needs and increase their ability to do good works. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul encourages the Corinthians to complete their promised collection for the Jerusalem believers, using the generosity of the Macedonian churches as an example of giving with joy and sacrifice. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul rejoices over the Corinthians’ repentance in response to his earlier letter. He expresses comfort and joy at their renewed commitment and the positive report he received from Titus. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereadingBy Chris Pascarella
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Paul appeals for the Corinthians’ wholehearted loyalty and openness. He describes the hardships and perseverance of a faithful servant of God and urges them to separate themselves from anything that leads to spiritual compromise. For more resources to help your Bible reading: https://www.lincroftbiblechurch.org/biblereading…
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