Today's Reading | May 23, 2025
1 Kings 2:1–12
Introduction 1 Kings 2:1–12: As he prepares to die, David gives final instructions to his son Solomon. These instructions include obedience to the Law of Moses as well as naming those Solomon is to put to death. Today’s Key Verse: 1 Kings 2:3a [David said to Solomon:] “Do what the LORD your God orders you to do. Obey all his…
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February 27, 2025
Psalm 138
Introduction Psalm 138: This psalm is a prayer of thanksgiving for God’s love and care, and the writer expresses trust in God’s promises. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 138:1a I thank you, LORD, with all my heart. Reading 138 I thank you, Lord, with all my heart; I sing praise to you before the gods. 2 I face your holy Temple, bow down, and…
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Psalm 136
Introduction Psalm 136: Today’s reading is a hymn of thanksgiving for God’s eternal goodness and love. Written as a litany that was probably sung by the priests during worship, the words “his love is eternal” are a congregational response at the end of each verse. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 136:1 Give thanks to the LORD, because he is good; his…
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Hosea 14:1–9
Introduction Hosea 14:1–9: This final chapter of Hosea begins with the prophet calling the people of Israel to turn away from sin and return to the LORD. The chapter concludes with the LORD’s promise to heal and love Israel and a call to understand God’s righteousness. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 14:9b The LORD’s ways are right, and righteous people live…
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Hosea 13:1–16
Introduction Hosea 13:1–16: Amidst harsh words of judgment, God’s saving acts in history are recalled. Yet the people continue to sin by engaging in idolatry and turning away from God. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 13:4 The LORD says, “I am the LORD your God, who led you out of Egypt. You have no God but me. I alone am your…
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Hosea 11:12—12:14
Introduction Hosea 11:12—12:14: Today’s reading includes more words of condemnation and judgment, both for the northern kingdom of Israel and now also the southern kingdom of Judah. Their common ancestor, Jacob, is recalled along with references to God’s rescuing the people from slavery in Egypt. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 12:10 [The LORD says:] “I spoke to the prophets and gave…
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Hosea 11:1–11
Introduction Hosea 11:1–11: God’s love for Israel is compared to a parent’s love for a child. A time of exile is predicted prior to the people being reconciled to God. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 11:9b “I am God and not a mere human being. I, the Holy One, am with you. I will not come to you in anger.” Reading…
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