Today's Reading | January 14, 2026
Matthew 14:1–21
Introduction Matthew 14:1–21: Herod Antipas, the ruler of Galilee (and son of King Herod), heard about Jesus and wondered if Jesus were John the Baptist come back to life. The reading concludes with Jesus feeding more than five thousand people with five loaves and two fish. Today’s Key Verse: Matthew 14:19b GNT [Jesus] took the five loaves and two fish,…
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Hebrews 4:14—5:10
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