Today's Reading | January 12, 2025
Luke 4:1–15
Introduction Luke 4:1–15: Following his baptism, Jesus is led by the Holy Spirit into the desert where he is tempted by the Devil for forty days. He then returns to Galilee and teaches in the synagogues. This marks the beginning of his public ministry. Today’s Key Verse: Luke 4:8 Jesus answered, “The scripture says, ‘Worship the Lord your God and…
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