“He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one that judgeth him: the word that I have spoken, the same shall judge him in the last day” (John 12:48, KJV).
Be An Example
Loved ones, studying, learning, and applying the New Testament will result in a Christian living life as an example to follow as he or she follows Christ.
NOTICE: A fine lad entered the army. On the first night in the barracks when he went to bed, he faced a real test. At home, he had the habit of reading the Bible and kneeling down to pray before retiring. In the barracks, he was entirely surrounded by rough fellows. Many of them were cursing and joking loudly. The lad thought it might be wise to go to bed and read his Bible where nobody would notice him.
Then, he thought and boldly decided, "I'm a Christian! I ought to be an example for Jesus before the fellows. I will not pull down my colors. I will do here like I always did at home." So he took out his Bible and read it. Then, he knelt down to pray. The barracks became quiet. After a while the talk began again, but it was more subdued. No one said anything about the young soldier's unusual behavior. The next night when he got out his Bible, eight other soldiers got out their Bibles.
Within a month every soldier in the barracks would have fought for the lad. They came to him with their questions and their troubles. May you and I have the same type of dedication and courage as this young soldier.
Jesus said, "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16).
The New Testament
The New Testament has 27 Books/ 260 Chapters/ 7,956 Verses/ 138,020 Words.
Reading one chapter a day, five days a week, completes the New Testament in a year. Read 3 chapters a day to finish four times a year. Read 9 chapters a day to complete it once a month.
I. BIOGRAPHIES OF CHRIST (4)
Matthew — Christ is the King of the Jews (written to Jews). Key verses: 2:2; 21:5; 25:34, 40; 27:11, 29, 37, 42
Mark — Christ is the Servant of God (written to Romans). Key verses: 10:43, 45
Luke — Christ is the Son of Man (written to Gentiles) "Son of Man" used 26 times. Key verses: 5:24; 6:5; 9:22, 26, 44, 56, 58; 19:10
John — Christ is the Son of God (written to all men). Key verses: 1:34, 43; 3:18; 9:35; 11:4, 27; 19:7; 20:30-31
II. HISTORY OF THE BODY (CHURCH) OF CHRIST (1)
Acts — Conversions to Christ (Matthew 16:18-19). Key verses: 2:38-41; 8:35-40; 9:1ff; 10:1ff; 16:1ff; 18:8; 19:1-6
III. LETTERS ON LIVING FOR CHRIST (21)
Romans — Righteousness in Christ; "Righteousness" used 31 times. Key verses: 1:16-17; 3:22, 25-26; 10:3-6; 14:17
1 Corinthians — Handling Problems in the Church of Christ. Key verses: 1:10-12
2 Corinthians — Examine Yourselves in Christ. Key verse: 13:5
Galatians — Don't Leave the Gospel of Christ. Key verses: 1:6-9
Ephesians — Be Unified in the Body of Christ. Key verses: 4:1-6
Philippians — Rejoice in Christ. "Joy" and "rejoice" used 18 times. Key verses: 1:26; 3:1; 4:4
Colossians — Submit to Christ, the Head of the Church. Key verse: 1:18
1 Thessalonians — Christ Is Coming Back. Key verses: 4:13-18
2 Thessalonians — Be Patient as You Follow Christ. Key verse: 3:5
1 Timothy — Fight the Good Fight of Faith in Christ. Key verse: 6:12
2 Timothy — Preach the Word of Christ. Key verses: 4:1-2
Titus — Maintain Good Works for Christ. Key verses: 2:7, 14; 3:8
Philemon —Accept One Another in Christ. Key verses: 1:12, 15, 17
Hebrews — Christ Is Better. "Better" used 12 times. Key verses: 1:4; 7:19; 8:6; 11:16
James — Practical Living for Christ. Key verses: 1:26-27
1 Peter — Persecuted for Christ. "Suffer" used 13 times. Key verses: 2:19-23; 3:14, 17-18; 4:15-16, 19
2 Peter — Add to Your Faith as a Follower of Christ. Key verses: 1:5-10
1 John — Love Your Brother in Christ. "Love" used 37 times. Key verses: 3:11, 14, 16-18; 4:7-8
2 John — Abide in the Doctrine of Christ. Key verses: 1:9-11
3 John — Be a Fellow Helper with Christ. Key verses: 1:5, 8
Jude — Contend for the Faith of Christ. Key verse: 1:3
IV. PROPHECY (1)
Revelation — Victory in Christ. Key verses: 12:11; 15:2
By Allen Webster. Expanded by Samuel. The God of Heaven and Earth is so good, and His love reaches all.
Through the free gift of God’s grace by Jesus’ blood (Ephesians 2:8; Revelation 1:5) and your obedient faith (Romans 1:5; 10:17; 16:26), salvation is offered. If you have Bible questions or wish to comment on this post, please do so. Lord willing, a Bible answer will be provided for every Bible question.
The churches of Christ are neither Catholic, Protestant, nor Jew (Romans 16:16; Matthew 16:18-19). We are the loving suffering ONE body of Christ (Ephesians 1:20-23; 4:4-6) – CHRISTIANS: “Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf” (1 Peter 4:16; cf. Acts 11:26; 26:28).
We love you with the love of the Lord (John 13:34-35). Samuel A. Matthews, preaching with the Liberty NW church of Christ, meeting in Portland, Oregon, USA – 15 April 2026.
