Today's Reading | December 12, 2024
Revelation 4:1–11
Introduction Revelation 4:1–11: In today’s reading, John describes the One who is seated on a heavenly throne, surrounded by those singing praises to God who created all things. Today’s Key Verse: Revelation 4:8b “Holy, holy, holy, is the Lord God Almighty, who was, who is, and who is to come.” Reading 4 At this point I had another vision and saw…
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John 11:28-44
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Hosea 2:2-23
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John 11:1-27
God’s Renewing Word of HopeIntroductionJohn 11:1-27: Today we will read the first part of the account of the death and raising of Lazarus. Jesus receives word that his friend Lazarus is ill, but he delays making the trip to Bethany to see him. The conclusion of the story will provide an occasion for Jesus to reveal the glory of God.…
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Hosea 1:1—2:1
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John 9:13-41
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Psalm 118:15-29
God’s Word of Mercy and ForgivenessIntroductionPsalm 118:15-29: It is thought that this psalm was adapted from a prayer of thanksgiving by an individual, perhaps a king, who was delivered by God from danger. Therefore, this psalm is sometimes entitled “A Song of Victory." Today’s reading is the conclusion to the psalm which describes a liturgical procession and an affirmation of…
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