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The Shepherds' Message | The Wolfe Notes

April 01, 2026

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the English Standard Version (ESV) translation. The Shepherds' Message (From Luke 2:8-20 ) Annotation Notes , Summary , N/W/L Statements , Key Verse , God's Character , Prayer , Action 1. Annotation Notes ? Denotes a question, * a personal thought, x a cross reference, ! a connection, and italics a referenced source . ! Fear is a common response when in the presence of divinity. (Luke 2:9) x I [King Darius] make a decree, that in all my royal dominion people are to tremble and fear before the God of Daniel, for he is the living God, enduring forever; his kingdom shall never be destroyed, and his dominion shall be to the end. He delivers and rescues; he works signs and wonders in heaven and on earth, he who has saved Daniel from the power of the lions. Daniel 6:25-2...

The Journey to Bethlehem | The Wolfe Notes

March 23, 2026

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the English Standard Version (ESV) translation. The Journey to Bethlehem (From Luke 2:4-7 ) Annotation Notes , Summary , N/W/L Statements , Key Verse , God's Character , Prayer , Action Brothers Walking by jatocreate at Pixabay 1. Annotation Notes ? Denotes a question, * a personal thought, x a cross reference, ! a connection, and italics a referenced source . ? Why is this the first mention of Joseph? Is his story not as important to Luke? (Luke 2:4) ? How long was the journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem? (Luke 2:4) Four or five days to travel 65 miles. ( From " Mary & Joseph Go to Bethlehem " at TheBibleJourney.org) The KJV says "taxed" instead of "registered." The NIV Cultural Background Study Bible's footnotes concur. Typically, a tax would be c...

Caesar Augustus and the Census | The Wolfe Notes

March 16, 2026

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the English Standard Version (ESV) translation. Notes on Caesar Augustus and the Census (From Luke 2:1-3 ) Annotation Notes , Summary , N/W/L Statements , Key Verse , God's Character , Prayer , Action Winter Card by addesia at Pixabay 1. Annotation Notes ? Denotes a question, * a personal thought, x a cross reference, ! a connection, and italics a referenced source . ? Which Caesar is Caesar Augustus? What is his story? (Luke 2:1) The first emperor of Rome after Julius Caesar's assassination. Also known as Octavian. Died shortly after Jesus' birth. (" What influence did Julius Caesar have on biblical history? " at GotQuestions . org .) ! A census is taken like when David ordered one so God could punish Israel. (Luke 2:1) x Again the anger of the LORD was kindled a...

God's Involvement | The Wolfe Notes

March 12, 2026

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the EasyEnglish Bible translation. Notes on God's Promises (from verses throughout Luke 1 and 67-75 ) Annotation Notes , Summary , N/W/L Statements , Key Verse , God's Character , Prayer , Action Winter Hope by jplenio at Pixabay 1. Annotation Notes ? Denotes a question, * a personal thought, x a cross reference, ! a connection, and italics a referenced source . ? What does Yahweh mean? Yahweh means " I am who I am ". Exodus 3:14 God has many names, but this one is the name He gives Himself when Moses asks for it. In your Bible, you'll often see it as LORD in all capitals. It reminds us He is always present, accessible, ready to save, forgive, and guide . (" What are the different names of God, and what do they mean ?" at GotQuestions.org ) *Go...

John the Baptist's Purpose | The Wolfe Notes

March 04, 2026

These notes follow our 7-step rhythm for Bible study. Unless otherwise noted, all Bible quotes are from the EasyEnglish Bible translation. Notes on John the Baptist's Birth (from Luke 1:14-17 , 65-66 , and 76-80 ) Annotation Notes , Summary , N/W/L Statements , Key Verse , God's Character , Prayer , Action Mountain Sunset from Pixabay 1. Annotation Notes ? Denotes a question, * a personal thought, x a cross reference, ! a connection, and italics a referenced source . ? What does the name John mean? "Yahweh is gracious" (" John " at Behind the Name ) * I wonder if John saw this in his life. Surely, his parents, Zechariah and Elizabeth did. But I wonder how John personally experienced Yahweh's grace . To me, John's life seems more motivated by zeal. ! The directives surrounding John's pre-birth treatment remind me of Samson . (Luke 1:15) x The L...

March 2026 | Calendars

February 26, 2026

Wow! How March is hitting me like a wrecking ball. I'm running and feel like I can't catch up. Is this you, too? Let's take a breath and together remember that we can press on. We have a race to run and a Savior who holds our hand through it. Let's let Him be our strength; the race can only end in victory when we do. Keep Marching. Resources to Support You in Your March Journey: March 2026 Ideas for Every Day Calendar (family friendly, educational) March 2026 Growth for Today Calendar (personal growth, Bible study) March 2026 Ideas for EVERY Day View the current month's calendar at the Learning Lab Tab. Or download your March 2026 calendar through OneDrive . View archived calendars on our JOY for Today page. Add " Would you rather... " questions into your daily holiday festivities this February to welcome even more JOY. Or get it (for free!) at our TPT store . Also, consider sampling o...

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