Today's Reading | January 18, 2026
Matthew 16:1–12
Introduction Matthew 16:1–12: When some Pharisees and Sadducees ask Jesus to perform a miracle, he challenges the legitimacy of their request. He then warns his disciples to guard themselves from the dishonest teachings of these religious leaders. Today’s Key Verse: Matthew 16:11 GNT [Jesus said]: “How is it that you don’t understand that I was not talking about bread? Guard…
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