Today's Reading | August 28, 2025
Acts 21:17–26
Introduction Acts 21:17–26: Paul arrives in Jerusalem and meets with James, leader of the church in Jerusalem (see Acts 15:13), and the church elders. He gives a report about his work among the Gentiles and agrees to undergo a purification ritual to demonstrate that he lives according to the Law of Moses. Today’s Key Verse: Acts 21:19 GNT Paul greeted…
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John 16:25–33
Introduction John 16:25–33: Today’s reading concludes the “Farewell Discourse” which began with John 14 (see the reading from June 23). While Jesus tells the disciples that the world will make them suffer, he assures them that he has defeated the world and that God loves them. Today’s Key Verse: John 16:33b [Jesus said:] “Be brave. I have defeated the world!”…
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John 16:16–24
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John 16:4b–15
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John 15:18—16:4a
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John 15:1–17
Introduction John 15:1–17: God’s people are sometimes described as a vine or vineyard (see Psalm 80; Isaiah 5:1–7; Jeremiah 2:21; Ezekiel 19:10–14; Hosea 10:1). Jesus identifies himself as the real vine and his followers as branches connected to the vine. Jesus tells his followers to remain in him so that they bear fruit that endures. Today’s reading concludes with Jesus…
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John 14:15–31
Introduction John 14:15–31: Today’s reading continues the “Farewell Discourse” John’s account of the final words of Jesus to his disciples prior to his arrest, trial, and death. Jesus promises his followers that he will send the Holy Spirit to teach and guide them. The reading concludes with Jesus offering his followers his own peace and his promise that he will…
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