Today's Reading | October 12, 2024
Ezekiel 34:1–10
Introduction Ezekiel 34:1–10: Shepherds protected their flocks from being stolen, killed by wild animals, and from wandering into danger. This metaphor is applied to Israel’s leaders, most of whom had not been good shepherds. Because of their evil and neglect, the sheep (the people of Israel) were killed or scattered across the earth. Today’s Key Verse: Ezekiel 34:10b [The Sovereign…
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Psalm 85
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 85: The first Friday in March is observed as World Day of Prayer. This psalm is a prayer for reconciliation with God. The psalmist recounts God’s blessings and asks God to forgive the sins of the people. The psalmist promises to listen to God and envisions a future in which the land will be fruitful, and…
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Psalm 68:1-18
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 68:1-18: Today we begin reading the first half of Psalm 68, a psalm that focuses on praising God. It includes a historical recollection of God’s constant presence and care for the Israelites in the desert after they left Egypt, and victories in battles with Canaanite kings. Some obscure references in this psalm have led some…
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Psalm 84
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 84: Today’s reading is a psalm that celebrates the joy of being and living in God’s presence.Scripture ReadingLonging for God's House1How I love your Temple, Lord Almighty!2How I want to be there!I long to be in the Lord's Temple.With my whole being I sing for joyto the living God.3Even the sparrows have built a nest,and the…
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Psalm 51
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Psalm 80
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 80: Today’s psalm is considered a communal lament dating quite possibly back to 722 B.C. following the fall of Samaria (in the northern kingdom of Israel) to the Assyrians (see 2 Kings 17). The psalm expresses a plea to God for the nation’s restoration.Scripture ReadingA Prayer for the Nation's Restoration1 Listen to us, O Shepherd of…
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Luke 11:1-13
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionLuke 11:1-13: In response to a request from one of the disciples, Jesus teaches his followers to pray. He reveals the fatherhood of God to his disciples and the limitless capacity of God’s love, faithfulness, generosity, compassion, and care.Scripture ReadingJesus' Teaching on Prayer(Matthew 6.9-13; 7.7-11)1One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he had…
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