Today's Reading | October 8, 2024
Psalm 53
Introduction Psalm 53: In today’s reading foolish people are described as those who have no respect for God, who fail to obey God’s ways, and who harm God’s people. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 53:2 God looks down from heaven at people to see if there are any who are wise, any who worship him. Reading 53 Fools say to themselves, “There…
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