Today's Reading | December 5, 2024
Malachi 1:1–14
Introduction Malachi 1:1–14: The readings for the next four days will be from the book of the prophet Malachi, which was written around 470–440 B.C. after the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem. Jerusalem and the Temple had been destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 B.C. Following the defeat of the Babylonians by the Persians in 538 B.C., the Temple…
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Leviticus 19:1-18
God’s Renewing Word of LoveIntroductionLeviticus 19:1-18: The book of Leviticus contains regulations for worship and religious ceremonies in ancient Israel and for the priests who were responsible for carrying out these instructions. The main theme of the book is the holiness of God and the ways in which the people were to worship and live. Today’s reading is from a…
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Deuteronomy 6:1-25
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Colossians 4:2-18
God’s Renewing Word of LoveIntroductionColossians 4:2-18: The apostle Paul reminds the Colossians to be persistent in prayer, and he encourages them to treat non-believers in a way that demonstrates Christian love. He concludes the letter with personal greetings to the community of believers.Scripture ReadingInstructions2Be persistent in prayer, and keep alert as you pray, giving thanks to God. 3At the same…
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Leviticus 19:1-18
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Colossians 3:18—4:1
God’s Renewing Word of LoveIntroductionColossians 3:18—4:1: Today’s reading contains the apostle Paul’s advice for Christian living and is reflective of the social structure of his time. He discusses family relationships and the relationship between slaves and their masters.Scripture ReadingPersonal Relations in the New Life18 Wives, submit yourselves to your husbands, for that is what you should do as Christians.19 Husbands,…
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Luke 19:1-10
God’s Word of LoveIntroductionLuke 19:1-10: Jesus visits Zacchaeus, a tax collector, who welcomes Jesus into his home, despite the grumblings of others. Through this encounter with Jesus, Zacchaeus is transformed and is a recipient of Jesus’s love and mercy.Scripture ReadingJesus and Zacchaeus1Jesus went on into Jericho and was passing through. 2There was a chief tax collector there named Zacchaeus, who…
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