Today's Reading | December 8, 2024
Malachi 4:1–6
Introduction Malachi 4:1–6: The day of the LORD is described: evildoers will be punished and those who obey the LORD will be saved. Before that day, the prophet Elijah will appear. According to 2 Kings 2:1–11, Elijah did not die but was taken up to heaven by a whirlwind. Centuries later it was believed that Elijah would return to prepare…
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Psalm 86
God’s Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 86: Today’s psalm is an individual lament expressing a plea for God’s help. It includes a hymn of praise (verses 8-13) and concludes with an affirmation of God’s love and faithfulness.Scripture ReadingA Prayer for Help1Listen to me, Lord, and answer me,for I am helpless and weak.2Save me from death, because I am loyal to you;save me,…
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Psalm 68:19-35
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 68:19-35: Today’s reading concludes the psalm and describes a joyful procession into God’s sanctuary—the Temple in Jerusalem. Verses 21-23 include a description of enemies being defeated by God, and the psalm concludes with songs in praise of God’s power.Scripture Reading19Praise the Lord,who carries our burdens day after day;he is the God who saves us.20Our God…
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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
God’s Renewing Word of PrayerIntroductionPsalm 51: Today’s reading is a psalm asking for God’s forgiveness, and it is attributed to King David. After David had arranged to have Uriah killed in battle so that he could marry Uriah’s wife, Bathsheba, who was pregnant with David’s child, the prophet Nathan confronted David with his sin (see 2 Samuel 11:1—12:15).Scripture ReadingA Prayer…
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