Today's Reading | May 1, 2025
Psalm 85
Introduction Psalm 85: Today is being observed in the United States as the National Day of Prayer. Psalm 85 is a prayer for reconciliation with God. The psalmist recounts God’s blessings and asks God’s forgiveness for 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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1 Samuel 1:19-28
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Jeremiah 7:1-15
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1 Samuel 1:1-18
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Jeremiah 1:1-19
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Psalm 18:25-50
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Isaiah 6:1-13
God’s Word of Spiritual RenewalIntroductionIsaiah 6:1-13: Today’s reading describes Isaiah’s inaugural call to be a prophet. He has a vision of the divine court where he sees God majestically enthroned. Flaming creatures, each with six wings, appear and proclaim the holiness of the LORD. Isaiah immediately becomes aware of his own sinfulness. Then one of the creatures uses a pair…
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