Today's Reading | December 24, 2024
Luke 2:1–21
Introduction Luke 2:1–21: Mary and Joseph travel to Bethlehem where Jesus is born. Angels announce the news of his birth to shepherds in a nearby field. The shepherds hurry off and find the baby Jesus in a manger. Today’s reading concludes with the naming and circumcision of Jesus eight days after his birth in accordance with the Law of Moses…
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Psalm 51
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Psalm 33
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Psalm 23
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Matthew 4:12-25
God’s Saving Word: Love Introduction Matthew 4:12-25: Jesus moves north to Capernaum and begins his public ministry in Galilee. He calls his first four disciples and travels throughout Galilee, teaching, preaching, and healing the sick. Scripture Reading Jesus Begins His Work in Galilee 12 When Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, he went away to Galilee. 13 He did not…
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