Today's Reading | January 31, 2025
Colossians 4:2–18
Introduction Colossians 4:2–18: The apostle Paul reminds the Colossians to be persistent in prayer and encourages them to treat non-believers in a way that demonstrates Christian love. He concludes the letter with personal greetings to the community of believers. Today’s Key Verse: Colossians 4:2 Be persistent in prayer, and keep alert as you pray, giving thanks to God. Reading 2 Be…
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Deuteronomy 30:1-20
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Genesis 41:37-57
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Genesis 41:1-36
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Deuteronomy 28:1-14
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