Today's Reading | July 18, 2025
Genesis 41:37–57
Introduction Genesis 41:37–57: The king puts Joseph in charge, and Joseph is made governor over Egypt, overseeing the collection and storage of grain before the famine occurs. The king gives Joseph symbols of royal authority and gives him an Egyptian name that may mean, “God speaks, he lives.” Joseph marries, and he and his wife have two sons. When the…
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Introduction Psalm 51: Today’s reading is a psalm asking for God’s forgiveness. It is attributed to King David. After David had Uriah killed in battle so he could marry Bathsheba, who was pregnant with David’s child, the prophet Nathan confronted David with his sin (see 2 Samuel 11:1—12:15). Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 51:1 Be merciful to me, O God, because…
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