Today's Reading | November 17, 2025
Psalm 105:23–45
Introduction Psalm 105:23–45: Today’s reading speaks of Moses and Aaron, chosen by God to perform his mighty acts and miracles in Egypt (see Exodus 7–10). The psalm concludes with a description of God leading the people out of Egypt and providing for them in the desert (see Exodus 12:37–42; 14:1–31; 16:1—17:7). Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 105:43 GNT He led his…
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