Today's Reading | January 12, 2026
Matthew 9:18–34
Introduction Matthew 9:18–34: Jesus heals the daughter of a Jewish official and a woman who had suffered for twelve years with severe bleeding. He restores sight to two blind men and drives out a demon from a man who could not talk. Today’s Key Verse: Matthew 9:22 GNT Jesus turned around and saw her, and said, “Courage, my daughter! Your…
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