Today's Reading | April 12, 2025
Luke 19:11–27
Introduction Luke 19:11–27: In today’s reading, Jesus is approaching Jerusalem (a journey that began back in Luke 9:51). In response to those who are wondering if his arrival there would signal the immediate appearance of God’s Kingdom, Jesus tells a parable about gold coins given by a nobleman to his servants. In Jesus’s day, many expected the Messiah to be…
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Leviticus 25:1-22
God’s Renewing Word of Peace and JusticeIntroductionLeviticus 25:1-22: Moses receives instructions for a “sabbatical" year that is to be dedicated to the LORD. He also receives instructions for observing the Year of Restoration, the fiftieth year, which occurs at the end of seven 7-year cycles, a time when property is to be restored to the original owners.Scripture ReadingThe Seventh Year25…
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Habakkuk 3:1-19
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Habakkuk 2:1-20
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Habakkuk 1:1-17
God’s Renewing Word of Peace and JusticeIntroductionHabakkuk 1:1-17: The words of the prophet Habakkuk come from near the end of the seventh century B.C., at a time when the Babylonians were in power. Habakkuk was deeply disturbed by the violence and injustice in the land of Judah, and today’s reading records a prayer-filled conversation between the prophet and the LORD…
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Nahum 3:1-19
God’s Renewing Word of Peace and JusticeIntroductionNahum 3:1-19: The concluding chapter to this short prophetic book describes the downfall of Nineveh. Those who had been oppressed are joyful at the news of the city’s demise.Scripture Reading3 Doomed is the lying, murderous city,full of wealth to be looted and plundered!2 Listen! The crack of the whip,the rattle of wheels,the gallop of…
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Revelation 22:1-21
God’s Word of JoyIntroductionRevelation 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 Reading1 The angel also showed me the river of the water of life, sparkling…
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