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This is also the Week 10 readings so enjoy some further study on the demonics for November 27-December 4.
This is also the Week 10 readings so enjoy some further study on the demonics for November 27-December 4.
Bible Text: Matthew 8:28-34, Mark 5:1-10, Luke 8:26-39
Key Verse: Luke 8:39
Matthew 8:28-34 Gadarenes, two demoniacs: the exact location is in question. Jesus sends the demons into a herd of pigs. They perish in the sea. The man is healed; the owner of the pigs pays a high price. It is no surprise that these people want Jesus to leave.
Matthew 8:34 pleaded with him to leave: They were probably more concerned about their financial loss than about the deliverance of the miserable demon-possessed man.
Mark 5:1 across the lake: The East side of the Lake, a territory largely inhabited by Gentiles, as indicated by the large herd of pigs.
Mark 5:7 what do you want with me: A way of saying “What do we have in common?” Similar expressions are found in the Old Testament where they mean “Mind your own business!” The demon is speaking, using the voice of the possessed man.
Mark 5:9 legion: This was also the term for a Roman military unit about six thousand soldiers.
Luke 8:26 country of Gerasenes: The people, architecture, and lifestyle in the area east of the Hordan River were mainly Greek.
Luke 8:28 Son of the Most High God: The “Most High God” was commonly used by Gentiles, its use here perhaps indicates that this man was not a Jew.
Luke 8:30 what is your name: Jesus asked the man his name, but it was the demons who replied, thus showing they were in control.
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Monday: Devotional Reading – Time for prayer & adoration:
Read through the scripture several times, just listening to the words.
Tuesday: Literary Reading – Listen for literary content:
Focus on the text, itself.
Wednesday: Lutheran Theological Reading – Read from a Lutheran perspective:
Reflect on the convictions, insights and expectations that rise particularly from our Lutheran Heritage.
Thursday: Historical Reading – Read with an ear for History:
Reflect on the historical situation.
Friday: Catch up on missed reading time
Saturday & Sunday: Day of Rest
For More Detailed Reflection Questions please check-out the link "Daily Reflection Questions" link.
Scripture descriptions are taken either in full text or edited text from “Lutheran Study Bible” from Augsburg Fortress.
