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Chasing99 in 2010!

2010-05-26T12:55:00.001-07:00

Chasing99 is gearing up for our next Bible Reading Schedule starting 9/9/10! If you'd like to help or have ideas to improve let us know!

Day 63

2009-11-10T05:38:00.000-08:00

READ: Ezekiel 36-48

Day 62

2009-11-09T08:59:00.000-08:00

READ: Ezekiel 24-35

Day 42

2009-10-20T08:07:00.002-07:00

READ: Psalm 41-60

Day 41

2009-10-20T08:07:00.001-07:00

READ: Psalm 21-40

Day 40

2009-10-20T08:06:00.002-07:00

READ: Psalm 1-20

Day 39

2009-10-20T08:06:00.001-07:00

READ: Job 29-42

Day 38

2009-10-20T08:05:00.000-07:00

READ: Job 15-28

Day 37

2009-10-20T08:04:00.000-07:00

READ: Job 1-14

Day 36

2009-10-20T08:03:00.000-07:00

READ: Esther 1-10

Day 35

2009-10-13T10:37:00.001-07:00

READ: Nehemiah 1-13

Day 34

2009-10-13T10:36:00.000-07:00

READ: Ezra 1-10

Day 33

2009-10-13T10:34:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Chronicles 25-36

Day 32

2009-10-13T10:33:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Chronicles 13-24

Day 31

2009-10-13T10:32:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Chronicles 1-12

Day 30

2009-10-08T10:54:00.000-07:00

Congrats on 30 days of Chasing99!

As you can tell, the last week has been a little busy for us, so i'm running late on uploading my notes from the readings, but I promise to catch up soon.

Also, do not forget your 6 grace days you have built in! Feel free to use them in place of any day's reading so you don't have to double up to catch up.

READ: 1 Chronicles 15-29

Day 29

2009-10-07T07:52:00.000-07:00

READ: 1 Chronicles 1-14

The NIV won't allow more than 500 verses to display at once, so today we get NLT. If you'd like a different translation you can select that on bible gateway by clicking the link to today's reading!

Day 28

2009-10-07T07:51:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Kings 13-25

Day 27

2009-10-05T17:31:00.001-07:00

READ: 2 Kings 1-12

Day 26

2009-10-04T06:19:00.000-07:00

READ: 1 Kings 12-22

Day 25

2009-10-03T16:37:00.000-07:00

READ: 1 Kings 1-11

Day 24

2009-10-02T12:07:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Samuel 13-24

CONSIDER: 2 Samuel 16:9 - David surrounded himself with men of action who were fiercely loyal, but even they did not lead David into sin. Abishai was the same guy back in 1 Samuel 26 who counseled David to kill Saul. David always considered what was right, not just what was easy.

ACT: Do you let other people lead you away from what is best? Do you feel entitled or justified at times to do something that is wrong?

Day 23

2009-10-01T07:45:00.000-07:00

READ: 2 Samuel 1-12

Day 22

2009-09-30T12:50:00.000-07:00

READ: 1 Samuel 16-31

CONSIDER: As you read the story of King David, what stands out to you about this 'man after God's own heart'?

Day 21

2009-09-29T08:30:00.000-07:00

READ: 1 Samuel 1-15

CONSIDER: 1 Samuel 3:10 - Samuel's response to the voice of God was clear - "Speak, for your servant is listening."

ACT: Is there anything that could be drowning out God's voice or preventing you from listening? We fill our lives with so many things, but even good things can keep us from the best things.

Day 20

2009-09-28T04:43:00.000-07:00

God bless your continued pursuit!

READ: Judges 14-Ruth 4

CONSIDER: Ruth 1:16-17 & Ruth 2:12 - This is the blessing that Boaz placed upon Ruth after she had left everything - her home, her family, her friends and her gods to take refuge in God alone.

What is your security? What do you take refuge in?

ACT: Ask God to reveal today if there is anything in your life you are trusting in more than Him.

Day 19

2009-09-27T18:25:00.000-07:00

READ: Judges 1-13

CONSIDER: Judges 2:10

ACT: How are you helping the next generation know the greatness of God?

Day 18

2009-09-26T07:25:00.000-07:00

READ: Joshua 13-24

CONSIDER: Joshua 24:14

ACT: How can you begin to serve God with your whole heart?

Day 17

2009-09-25T04:34:00.001-07:00

Welcome to the Promised Land =]

READ: Joshua 1-12

CONSIDER: Joshua 1:9 Israel had just lost their great leader, Moses, and now they stand on the borders of the land that God had promised them. Standing between them and this beautiful, bountiful land were fortified cities, huge armies and even giants. God then tells Joshua 3 times to 'Be courageous'!

ACT: Live Courageously. Remember that courage is not the lack of fear - it is the simply refusing to be controlled by our fears. It is choosing what is right and best in spite of the obstacles or the circumstances.

Courage is not simply one of the virtues but the form of every virtue at the testing point, which means at the point of highest reality.
-C.S. Lewis

Day 16

2009-09-24T05:28:00.000-07:00

Today as you finish Deuteronomy, you will have completed the Torah in 16 days!

READ: Deuteronomy 24-34

CONSIDER: Deuteronomy 30:19-20 In the final address to the people of Israel by Moses, he calls the entire nation of Israel to choose life, and then reminds them that life is found in obeying God. Why do we often view the commands of God as burdens when God's intentions have always been to give us life, and prevent our destruction?

ACT: Examine your life. Are there areas where you view God's commands as difficult to obey? In what way are they a burden to you? Could this response be immaturity, lack of understanding or simply lack of faith on your part?

Day 15

2009-09-23T05:04:00.000-07:00

READ: Deuteronomy 12-23

CONSIDER: Deuteronomy 17:18-20; kings of Israel were required to write out their own copy of God's law and read it every day as long as they lived for 5 reasons:

the reading of God's Word would teach the king to fear & respect God.
the reading of God's Word would teach the king to obey God.
the regular reading of God's Word would teach the king humility.
the reading of God's Word would prevent the kings heart from turning away from God.
the reading of God's Word would ensure blessing for the kings descendants.

ACT: Chasing99 has been a considerable challenge for each of us, but also very rewarding! We know that God's Word never returns empty, reveals truth, and will last forever, so today take a few moments to share how focusing and committing to God's Word has impacted you.

Day 14

2009-09-22T06:05:00.000-07:00

READ: Deuteronomy 1-11

CONSIDER: Deuteronomy 4:20 As God rescued Israel from the slavery to Egypt, he also rescued us from the bondage of sin for one purpose - so we could be His!

ACT: Worship God today. As you consider what God has done for you, let your heart overflow with love for Him.

Day 13

2009-09-21T06:50:00.000-07:00

READ: Numbers 25-36

CONSIDER: Numbers 35:34 - God states that he lives among the Israelites. For those who know Jesus as their Savior, the Spirit of God lives not just among them, but within them!

ACT: How should your words and actions today reflect the Spirit of God that lives within you?

Day 12

2009-09-20T15:25:00.000-07:00

READ: Numbers 13-24

CONSIDER: Genesis 48:17-20 & Numbers 13:8, 16 - Joshua and Caleb were the only faithful spies who trusted God as they spied out the land of Canaan. Joshua the son of Nun, was the descendant of Ephriam, the son of Joseph who had received the blessing from Jacob (Israel). Our faithfulness and God's blessings effect not only our family today, but our descendants for generations!

Day 11

2009-09-19T06:31:00.000-07:00

READ: Numbers 1-12

CONSIDER: Numbers 11:21:23 - Moses was thinking of only what was humanly possible. Why do we so often limit God's power in our lives? God's response to Moses "Has my arm lost its power?"

ACT: Examine your life today for areas where you may be limiting God, and today begin to exercise faith and trust in those areas. The LORD's arm has not lost its power, and proving our faith pleases God!

Blessing from today's reading:

The LORD bless you
and keep you;

the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;

the LORD turn his face toward you
and give you peace.

Day 10

2009-09-18T04:50:00.000-07:00

READ: Leviticus 19-27

CONSIDER: Leviticus 22:32 - It is God who makes us holy.

ACT: During your prayer time today, thank God that holiness is not dependent on our human effort. While we strive for holiness, even on our best days we stumble and fall. Yet, because of what Christ has done, God has sanctified us and set us apart as holy.

Day 9

2009-09-17T05:41:00.000-07:00

READ: Leviticus 10-18

CONSIDER: Leviticus 10:1-3 The perfect Holiness of God was revealed. Aaron, the mouthpiece of God, the spokesperson given to Moses, stood in silence.

ACT: Watch the video below on The Awe Factor Of God by Francis Chan.

Day 8

2009-09-16T04:38:00.000-07:00

One week is complete! How has your journey been so far? Remember you have 6 grace days built into your schedule that you can use anytime in place of a reading day.

READ: Leviticus 1-9

CONSIDER: Leviticus 1:4 - The transferring of sin, and the substitutionary sacrifice of animals was life (blood) for death (sin). This purification process allowed the Israelites to be right with God, and was a foreshadowing of the transfer of our sin to Jesus Christ. This is shown in His substitutionary death in our place on the Cross to bring us into right standing with God. Our sin, guilt and death was place on Jesus, and His perfect righteousness and innocence was given to us in exchange.

ACT: Remember what God has done. His provision has allowed us to know Him and have relationship with Him. Today spend time in prayer thanking Him for the great sacrifice of His son.

Day 7

2009-09-15T11:30:00.000-07:00

READ: Exodus 29-40

CONSIDER: Exodus 29:45, Exodus 30:6 - God literally dwelled among them, and met with His people. He did not send an angel, but He Himself came!

ACT: Respond to God's presence today by worshiping Himwith your life. Because of what Christ has done, we do not need the Tabernacle or Temple anymore - we can meet with God anytime, anywhere!

Day 6

2009-09-14T04:25:00.001-07:00

READ: Exodus 16-28

CONSIDER: Exodus 20:6 - God will lavish His Unfailing Love for a thousand generations of those who obey Him.

ACT: Learn to obey God - not out of compulsion or fear of punishment - but to show how much we love God in response to the great love He has revealed for us!

Day 5

2009-09-13T07:13:00.000-07:00

READ: Exodus 1-15

CONSIDER: Exodus 1:8 - When the new King came to power in Egypt, he didn't know who Joseph was, or what he had done.

ACT: Live Righteously. We cannot rely on others to reveal the love, mercy and grace of God, each generation must live it out.

Day 4

2009-09-12T07:58:00.000-07:00

READ: Genesis 39-50

CONSIDER: Genesis 45:4-5, Genesis 50:20 - Twice Joseph recognizes that what his brothers meant for evil, God ordained to preserve life.

ACT: Trust God. Whatever God allows into our life is meant for good, not evil (Romans 8:28-29). With this perspective, how should we view suffering and difficulty in our life?

Day 3

2009-09-11T04:48:00.000-07:00

READ: Genesis 27-38

CONSIDER: Genesis 28:16 - How often is God with us and we don't even realize it?

ACT: Focus on the constant presence of God in your life today. Let your words, thoughts, and actions reflect that He is always with us.

Day 2

2009-09-10T04:22:00.000-07:00

READ: Genesis chapters 15-26

CONSIDER: Genesis 17:23 - "On that very day." Abraham was a man of immediate action. He didn't wait or hesitate when God told him to do something. Lot, on the other hand, was completely different. You see him hesitating (19:16) and even questioned God's instructions (19:18-20). This explains why Lot was visited by angels (19:1) and Abraham was visited by the Lord Himself!

Day 1

2009-09-09T04:06:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Day 1 of our 99 day journey! If you have feedback or suggestions, please let us know! Our desire is to make this tool as effective as possible in helping you successfully complete your 99 day pursuit of God.

READ: Genesis chapters 1-14

CONSIDER: Do you recognize sin as a predator waiting to devour, or do you casually allow it to enter your life?

ACT: Make a list of things in your life that you know are crouching at the door, waiting to devour you. As we begin our 99-day pursuit of God, commit to cast off these sins that would slow and entangle us!

Getting Connected

2009-09-01T11:36:00.000-07:00

blogs are up (obviously!), twitter has a chasing99 account, facebook has a chasing99 group, and we're even setting up a text service (reminder with readings for the day) and working on getting an iCal app for iPhone users.

we should have the schedules finalized tonight, and published by tomorrow! if you have any feedback or suggestions, please send it to us using the feedback tab on the website.

Gearing up!

2009-08-27T07:58:00.000-07:00

Our 99 day journey will start on 9/9/2009!

Things are starting to come together with people volunteering to assist and help with the organization and setup! We are very excited about what God is going to do with this journey in all of our lives!

If you'd like more information, check out the website for resources & the schedule!