Scripture in Chapter 2

There's a lot of scripture referenced in Chapter 2. I like to go back and read in context the verses Piper cites. If you do as well, the links below will help. They link to each bible chapter (NIV) thanks to www.Biblegateway.com.

(P.S. I'm not sure if these links will appear in the email version. You might have to visit the blog for them to work.)

Page 23 - 2 Timothy 2
Page 27 - Isaiah 1
Page 30 - Matthew 5,1 John 3
Page 32 - Isaiah 43, 1 Corinthians 10, Acts 17
Page 34 - Psalm 19
Page 35 - Matthew 5 (again), 1 Corinthians 13, John 3, John 17
Page 36 - 1 Peter 3, Psalm 16
Page 38 - Philippians 2, Colossians 2, Colossians 1
Page 39 - John 17 (again), Luke 10, John 5, John 8, John 14, 1 John 2, 2 John 9
Page 40 - Colossians 1 (again), 2 Corinthians 4, 1 Corinthians 1

Some Main Points in Chapter Two

If you haven't enjoyed reading all of Chapter Two yet, here are some ideas to get you reading and pondering:

-- I discover meaning, I don't create it.

-- The two distinct meanings of "magnify": microscope vs. telescope

-- No one goes to the Grand Canyon to admire how great they are

Reminder: This Week's Assignment

Just a reminder of your assignment this week.

Read Chapter Two of the book, and finish Lesson Three in the study guide.