Today's Reading | December 25, 2025
John 1:1–18
Introduction John 1:1–18: The opening to John’s Gospel is read in many Christian faith traditions on Christmas Day. It is in the form of a prologue or opening hymn that introduces the key themes to John’s Gospel. Jesus, the Word who already existed with God and whose life “brought light to people,” is the central figure. The section also highlights…
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Colossians 2:20—3:4
God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship Introduction Colossians 2:20—3:4: In today’s reading, Paul reminds the Colossians that they have been “set free from the ruling spirits of the universe” because they have “died with Christ” (2:20) and have been “raised to life with Christ” (3:1). Thus, they are to set their hearts and minds on the things of heaven, putting aside earthly…
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Colossians 2:6-19
God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship Introduction Colossians 2:6–19: Paul warns the Colossians not to let anyone deceive them with false arguments. He encourages them to remain strong in faith, rooted in Christ Jesus. Scripture Reading 6 Since you have accepted Christ Jesus as Lord, live in union with him. 7 Keep your roots deep in him, build your lives on him, and become stronger…
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Colossians 1:24—2:5
God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship Introduction Colossians 1:24—2:5: Paul describes how he has suffered for the sake of the gospel and warns the Colossians not to let anyone deceive them with false arguments. The opening verse in chapter 2 mentions that Paul has also worked for the people in Laodicea, which was located about twelve miles west of Colossae. It is…
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Colossians 1:15-23
God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship Introduction Colossians 1:15–23: Today’s reading includes a description of the person and work of Christ and concludes with Paul’s exhortation to remain faithful. Scripture Reading 15 Christ is the visible likeness of the invisible God. He is the first-born Son, superior to all created things. 16 For through him God created everything in heaven and on earth, the seen…
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Colossians 1:1–14
God’s Guiding Word: Discipleship Introduction Colossians 1:1–14: Today we begin reading the Letter to the Colossians, which opens with the apostle Paul’s greeting and prayer of thanksgiving. Colossae was a small inland city in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), about 110 miles east of the major port city of Ephesus in the Lycus River valley. Among Paul’s purposes in writing the…
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Revelation 22:1–21
God’s Saving Word: Joy Introduction Revelation 22:1–21: John’s vision is a reminder that Jesus will come again and bless those who are faithful. They will eat the fruit from the tree of life and enter the holy city. The faithful are to continue doing good and being holy. Scripture Reading 22 The angel also showed me the river of the water…
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