Today's Reading | December 19, 2024
Isaiah 8:1–15
Introduction Isaiah 8:1–15: Isaiah’s wife bears him a son, and the LORD tells the prophet Isaiah to give his newborn son a name that symbolizes that the kings of Israel and Syria will be destroyed quickly by their Assyrian foes (8:3). But because Ahaz still prefers to seek an alliance with Assyria rather than relying on God, Isaiah warns that…
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Deuteronomy 5:1-22
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Leviticus 19:1-18
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Acts 7:44—8:3
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Acts 7:23-43
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Acts 7:1-22
Unity in Christ Jesus Introduction Acts 7:1-22: The High Priest questions Stephen, and he begins his defense by recounting Israel’s history. In today’s reading, Stephen’s speech begins with the call of Abraham and then continues with the story of the patriarchs and the birth of Moses. Scripture Reading Stephen's Speech 7 The High Priest asked Stephen, “Is this true?” 2 Stephen answered,…
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