1 Year Bible Studies- Book on Genesis

Scripture- Genesis 1-50

Personal Reflections

In Genesis it was mentioned how the earth was formed and how men came to be on earth. How each generation let to the other and the longevity of men. Adam and his immediate descendants lived 900+  years each however as each generation came after the other their lifespan shorten. With more people in the world there is more discourse and more evil seeped into the world and god had to clean the world with the 40 day flood. 

As more then 20 generations came from Adam there was division and different norms being adopted by the people.  Jealousy and other bad values surfaced and cause more harm the peace for all. 

The book of Genesis ends with the death of Joseph. It documents how his family grew from being sold into slavery and what he has done for his family and the rest of the generations.  

All the suffering that he and his family went through were not in vain. They were rewarded for their loyalty to GOD.

Prince of Peace- Dec Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 5

Scripture
But he was pierced for our transgressions,
    he was crushed for our iniquities;
the punishment that brought us peace was on him,
    and by his wounds we are healed.

Observation
Jesus suffered for our sins. And because he went through suffering that's why we are saved

Application

It is through his suffering that he saved us. We too need to undergo the mill to be polished gems.   We will survive as GOD has.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
I'm grateful that you go before me and pave the way for me so that my wounds too can be healed in time.
AMEN.

Prince of Peace- Dec Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 4

Scripture

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Observation

God gives us the information  so that we know. We may not get the peace that we seek in this world but it will certainly come to use in the next.

Application

 Focus on the future and be at peace to know what you desire will come to you. Do not get overwhelm by the current troubles that you face. 

Prayer

Dear LORD,

I seek the peace that you can give . I long for it and am looking forward to be trouble free.

AMEN

Prince of Peace- Dec Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 3

Scripture

Colossians 3:15New International Version (NIV)

15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.

Obeservation
Allow GOD to work through you. so that you receive the peace that you deserve.

Application
Submit all to GOD. He will help settle your frayed nerves and also.  Focus on him and shut off all the negative voices that try to infiltrate your mind. Don't over think and hanging on to things that are of no use to you.

Prayer
Dear LORD,
help me focus on you and be concern on more on myself then others. Don't let the people who are no longer with me control me.
AMEN.

Prince of Peace- Dec Bible Studies- Week 4 - Day 2

Scripture

John 14:27New International Version (NIV)

27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.

Observation

God is the only one who can give you the peace that you seek.  Do not be afraid

Application

Trust GOD to resolve all your worries and cast away your doubts. Entrust all your troubles to him and surrender all. 

Prayer

Dear GOD I so desire your PEACE. To rid myself of all the disgruntle feelings and non positive thoughts that I have been having. 

AMEN. 

Prince of Peace- Dec Bible Studies- Week 4- Day 1

Scripture

For to us a child is born,
    to us a son is given,
    and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
    Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Observation

Jesus is born. He was sent to us to take care of us and also reign over us. 

Application

Praise the LORD as he has come to be our guide and savior. He is the one to lead us to greatness. He has come to save us from the evils of this world.

Prayer

Dear LORD,

praises to you for sacrificing your son for all mankind. With him as my guide I'm really blessed.

AMEN. 

Good Shepherd- Dec Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 5

Scripture
And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. 1

Isaiah 40:11New International Version (NIV)

11 He tends his flock like a shepherd:
    He gathers the lambs in his arms
and carries them close to his heart;
    he gently leads those that have young.

Observation

God takes care of us and is there to guide us always.

Application

Soak in the greatness of GOD. He has come to bring us Joy and will look after us like a shepherd looks after his flock. 

Prayer

Dear Lord,

I'm really glad that you are there for me. I am grateful for all your have given.

AMEN.

Good Shepard - Dec Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 4

Scripture

Know that the Lord is God.
    It is he who made us, and we are his[a];
    we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

Observation

We come from him  therefore we belong to him. He is our creator, our designer. 

Application

As we are made from him we should return to him. Therefore be in the knowing that we should be living according to his WORD and following in his footsteps. 

Prayer

Dear LORD,

It is comforting to know that I am yours and come for you. Looking forward to returning back to you in your kingdom in time to come. AMEN

Good Shepherd - Dec Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 3

Scripture

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
2     He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3     he refreshes my soul.
He guides me along the right paths
    for his name’s sake.

Obervation

GOD is the one who supplies all that we need. He is our shepherd and  we seek his guidance.

Application

Follow what GOD has planned for us. He is the one who will guide you thru the perils of life.

Prayer

Dear GOD I'm really grateful to have you as my guide . To go before me and help me on my journey here on earth. 

AMEN.

Good Shepard - Dec Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 2

Scripture
For “you were like sheep going astray,”[a] but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.

Observation
We were getting side tracked at one time but now we are back on the right path following the LORD.

Application
 God waits for u to find out way when we are lost. As long as we come back to him he will continue to protect and take care of us and our souls.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
I'm grateful to have you there as my source of comfort and guide.  I was lost but now am found.
AMEN. 

Good Shepard- Dec Bible Studies- Week 3- Day 1

Scripture

John 10:11New International Version (NIV)

11 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.

John 10:14New International Version (NIV)

14 “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—

Observation

God is the one who will lead us. He will sacrifice himself for our sake. All that he does we know.

Application

 God is our beacon of life who will protect us from the darkness and dangers that may lay on our path. He knows us well and we too should know him.  Take time to understand and learn more about his ways.

Prayer

Dear LORD,

I'm thankful that you are always there for me when I need you. I seek solace in your guidance always.

AMEN. 

Alpha and Omega - Dec Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 5

Scripture

He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’[b] or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

5 He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” Then he said, “Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true.”

6 He said to me: “It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To the thirsty I will give water without cost from the spring of the water of life. 7 Those who are victorious will inherit all this, and I will be their God and they will be my children. 8 But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur. This is the second death.”

Observation

God will be coming again. The 2nd coming as said in the bible where he will be passing his judgement. The good will remain with him while the evil will be given their due punishment.

Application

 Everything starts and ends with him therefore which side do you want to be on? Follow his words and focus on being the best version of yourself today. 

 Prayer

 Dear LORD,

I await your coming again and for you to right all the wrongs that have been happening in my life. 

AMEN. 

Alpha and Omega- Dec Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 4

Scripture
“This is what the Lord says—
    Israel’s King and Redeemer, the Lord Almighty:
I am the first and I am the last;
    apart from me there is no God.

Observation
There is only 1 and only GOD. The others are just statues and are unable to give you anything that you may need. 

Application
 Remember that there is only 1 GOD. Don't let other things distract you nor taint your belief.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
I know that you are the only one for me. You are real and no one can replace you.
AMEN. 

Alpha and Omega- Dec Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 3

Scripture

Psalm 90:2New International Version (NIV)

2 Before the mountains were born
    or you brought forth the whole world,
    from everlasting to everlasting you are God.

Observation

God has always existed. He was there before the world was made.

Application

Trust that GOD has always been there. He is our creator and will be there till the end of times

Prayer

Dear GOD,

I know everything starts and end with you. I'm glad to be able to know you

AMEN

Alpha and Omega- Dec Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 2

Scripture
The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. He is before all things, and in him all things hold together.

Observation
God sent us Jesus which was made in his appearance. He is like GOD and has the same power like him. 

Application
 Believe in The SON as he like the Father has been there before us. He too goes before us as our protector and savior. 

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
I'm thankful that you sent your son here to be with us and to guide us till we reach your kingdom. 
AMEN. 

ALpha and Omega- Dec Bible Studies- Week 2- Day 1

Scripture

Revelation 1:8New International Version (NIV)

8 “I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the Lord God, “who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.”

observation

God is the start and the end. He will always be there for us.

Application

Everything starts and ends with him. He knows what has been, what is and what will be. Nothing is able to escape his eyes. So trust in him and his judgement.

Prayer

 Dear LORD,

I know everything comes from you and goes back to you. I can't wait to be back with you in heaven.

AMEN. 

The Bright Morning Star - Dec Bible studies- Week 1 - Day 5

scripture

After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi[a] from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”

When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. 11 On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.

Observation
Wise men came to pay Jesus homage after his birth. His coming to earth was well documented and received. His birth was rejoiced by them.

Application
 We need to be prudent in who we can believe in. Not all  "so-called" authority do things/ say things that in our benefit and like the Wise man they didn't go back to King Herod as requested as it would mean certain doom for them.  Celebrate Christ being in our live as he has and will be a blessing for us.

Prayer
 Dear LORD,
give me the wisdom of the Magi so that I too maybe able to discern right from wrong, good from evil like they have . Let me fully participate in your WORD.
AMEN.