52 Weeks
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52 Weeks is a book of scriptural meditation. It presents various topics over a 7 day period with a verse(s) pertaining to the topic on each day of that week.
This is a sampling of the format of each day:
DAY 4 SUGGESTED READING 1 JOHN 1:9
9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (KJV)
Sometimes we are so busy in our lives we are not aware of the fact we are sinning. This may be due to distraction or an inadvertency. Other times we willfully sin. Regardless of the situation, we as Christians will eventually realize we had sinned.
Most of the time we pray for forgiveness and move forward. However, may times we forget to repent and our sins start to stack upon themselves. After a while fear and guilt pushes us farther from God. This is a perfect scenario for Satan, as he will insidiously plant thoughts of helplessness in our minds.
But John reaffirms God’s promise to us. It doesn’t matter how much we have sinned. We just need to repent and confess to reestablish our relationship with God. God knows when you are feeling guilty. He knows you are sorry. Therefore, he gave his son, Jesus Christ, to wash our sins anyway with his blood and mediate between us and the Father, God, for forgiveness.
No matter how bad the sin or how long since one has repented, seek God. He wants to forgive and ease your soul.
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About the Book
52 Weeks is a book that presents topics from the Word of God to reflect on. Unlike daily meditations, topics are presented in a weekly format with perspective from different authors of the Bible. I believe that there are issues that need more concentrated meditation, though it can be used for daily reflection also.
It’s purpose is to help when one is troubled with an area of life or to seek knowledge on a particular subject. It can provide inspiration or give guidance. It can be used to share the Gospel of Christ to nonbelievers or strengthen the faith of fellow Christians.
52 Weeks is not a theological essay needing interpretation, but it is a book of common language presentation of how I view the Bible. The intention is to present the Bible in a way that any intellectual level will understand the meaning.
As a Christian, the Lord gives us all spiritual gifts. Some are called to be ministers; some are skilled to present their testimonies to anyone at any time. I believe that my gift is in writing. I pray that this book will be pertinent to the believers and nonbelievers alike.
About the Author
After accepting Christ as his savior in his late teens, Oscar Johnson spent the next 30 years studying science and philosophy in an attempt to justify his belief. After writing on topics of Eternal Life, Evolution, Is God real, Justice, and Genesis, he came to the realization that the Word of God is an infallible source to answer all questions if you believe.
Oscar Johnson has studied and taught philosophy and has advanced degrees in medicine and science. His PhD in Bioethics gives him a unique perspective on life and cultures.