Today's Reading | July 31, 2025
Genesis 50:15–26
Introduction Genesis 50:15–26: After Jacob is buried, everyone returns to Egypt and Joseph reassures his brothers that he will take care of them and their families. Joseph dies in Egypt at the age of 110. Today’s reading concludes the book of Genesis. The relocation of Jacob’s descendants to Egypt sets the stage for the events in the book of Exodus,…
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John 17:1-26
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2 Corinthians 8:1-15
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John 12:20-36a
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2 Corinthians 7:2-16
God’s Renewing Word of Unity in Christ JesusIntroduction2 Corinthians 7:2-16: Today’s reading begins with what appears to be a continuation of the thoughts Paul expressed earlier in 6:13 (see the reading from January 20). Paul is happy to hear that the Corinthians were concerned about him and were sorry for the way they had been acting. He refers to a…
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John 8:21-47
God’s Word of LifeIntroductionJohn 8:21-47: In Exodus 3:13-15, God’s name (I AM) is revealed to Moses. In John’s Gospel, Jesus’s use of the term “I am" connects him to God. (Yesterday’s reading included one of the seven “I am" passages in John’s Gospel.) When challenged about his identity, Jesus says “I Am Who I Am." Jesus tells the people that…
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2 Corinthians 6:14—7:1
God’s Renewing Word of Unity in Christ JesusIntroduction2 Corinthians 6:14—7:1: In today’s reading, Paul warns the Corinthians against pagan influences and encourages them to live in awe of God.Scripture ReadingWarning against Pagan Influences14Do not try to work together as equals with unbelievers, for it cannot be done. How can right and wrong be partners? How can light and darkness live…
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