Today's Reading | January 5, 2026
Hebrews 4:14—5:10
Introduction Hebrews 4:14—5:10: Today’s reading cites two priests mentioned in the Old Testament—Melchizedek, whose name means “king of justice” (Genesis 14:17–20; Psalm 110:4), and Aaron, Moses’s brother (Exodus 28 and 29). God made Jesus the High Priest who “became the source of eternal salvation for all those who obey him” (5:9). Believers are encouraged to approach God’s throne of grace…
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Isaiah 40:18-31
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Isaiah 40:1-17
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Psalm 103
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Jonah 4:1-11
God’s Saving Word: Mercy and Forgiveness Introduction Jonah 4:1-11: When the people of Nineveh give up their wicked behavior, Jonah becomes angry and pouts. God challenges Jonah about his right to feel angry. Scripture Reading Jonah's Anger and God's Mercy 4 Jonah was very unhappy about this and became angry. 2 So he prayed, “Lord, didn't I say before I left home that…
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