Today's Reading | October 18, 2024
Isaiah 11:1-16
Introduction Isaiah 11:1–16: Today’s reading is a prophecy of hope for the Israelites who have been oppressed by the Assyrians. The Assyrian oppression and attack are described in Isaiah 10, and yesterday’s reading, Isaiah 5:26–30, included a warning of this attack. Now Isaiah gives an oracle about a new king who will arise, a descendant of David. This king’s reign…
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October 10, 2022
Habakkuk 2:1-20
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionHabakkuk 2:1-20: The LORD offers Habakkuk a vision of justice, saying that the Babylonians will be punished according to the way they have treated others. This vision is borne out by history: the Babylonians destroyed Jerusalem in 586 B.C. and stole the treasures of Israel’s temple. Yet by 539 B.C., the Babylonian leaders became so weak that…
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Daniel 9:1-19
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionDaniel 9:1-19: The Book of Daniel was written during a time when the Jews were suffering greatly under the persecution and oppression of a pagan king. Apocalyptic visions comprise about half the book (chapters 7-12), and these visions show God’s control of historical events and provide hope and encouragement for those who remain faithful to God.…
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Habakkuk 1:1-17
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionHabakkuk 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 God. He questions…
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Psalm 102
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 102: Today’s reading is in the form of an individual lament and presents the writer as one stricken with a life-threatening illness or experiencing deep sadness. The psalm concludes with an affirmation of God’s unchanging love.Scripture ReadingThe Prayer of a Troubled Youth1Listen to my prayer, O Lord,and hear my cry for help!2When I am in…
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Daniel 10:1—11:1
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionDaniel 10:1—11:1: Today reading is the first part of the conclusion to the book of Daniel and Daniel’s final vision. The opening verses (2, 3) describe how Daniel has spent three weeks in mourning, abstaining from rich food, meat, and wine. An angel delivers a message to Daniel about future events and reminds him that he is…
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Psalm 91
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 91: This psalm expresses confidence in God’s protection, particularly in times of danger. Those who are faithful are assured of God’s unfailing presence.Scripture ReadingGod Our Protector1Whoever goes to the Lord for safety,whoever remains under the protection of the Almighty,2can say to him,“You are my defender and protector.You are my God; in you I trust."3He will…
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