Today's Reading | January 7, 2026
Matthew 2:13–23
Introduction Matthew 2:13–23: An angel appears to Joseph in a dream, instructing him to take Mary and Jesus to Egypt. Joseph follows this command just in time; when Herod realizes he has been tricked by the visitors from the East, he orders the killing of all boys two years old and younger living in or near Bethlehem. Mothers around the…
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God’s Saving Word: Praise and Thanksgiving Introduction Psalm 128: Today’s reading is in the form of a blessing that priests bestowed on pilgrims when they attended one of the major festivals in Jerusalem. The psalm concludes with a blessing upon Jerusalem. Scripture Reading The Reward of Obedience to the Lord 128 Happy are those who obey the Lord, who live by his commands.…
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