Today's Reading | July 26, 2026
Isaiah 55:1–13
Introduction Isaiah 55:1–13: The LORD promises nourishment, mercy, and forgiveness to the exiles in Babylon. The image of a banquet describes God’s lasting covenant with the people. God’s “word” (verses 10–11) has the power to create and save, and will bring the people out of exile to a land restored. Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 55:6 GNT Turn to the LORD…
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1 Kings 18:1–24
Introduction 1 Kings 18:1–24: King Ahab’s wife was Jezebel, a Phoenician princess who encouraged the king to allow the worship of Baal in Israel. In today’s reading, Ahab and Elijah meet, and Elijah arranges a contest to demonstrate that God is greater than Baal. Today’s Key Verse: 1 Kings 18:1b GNT The LORD said to Elijah, “Go and present yourself…
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1 Kings 17:1–24
Introduction 1 Kings 17:1–24: For the next five days we will be reading about the 9th-century B.C. prophet Elijah, whose name means “the LORD is my God.” Elijah challenged King Ahab and Queen Jezebel of Israel, who worshiped the Canaanite god Baal. The “Elijah Cycle” comprises 1 Kings 17—21. In today’s reading, Elijah predicts an oncoming drought, helps a widow,…
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Psalm 85
Introduction Psalm 85: Today’s reading is a prayer for reconciliation with God. The psalm recounts God’s blessings and asks forgiveness for the sins of the people. The writer promises to listen to God and envisions a future in which the land will be fruitful and love, faithfulness, righteousness, and peace will prevail. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 85:11 GNT Human loyalty…
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Psalm 75
Introduction Psalm 75: Today’s reading expresses trust in God’s judgment and fairness. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 75:1 GNT We give thanks to you, O God, we give thanks to you! We proclaim how great you are and tell of the wonderful things you have done. Read 75 We give thanks to you, O God, we give thanks to you! We proclaim…
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Psalm 72
Introduction Psalm 72: Today’s reading is a prayer for God to help and guide the king. The psalm presents a series of intercessions for the king to govern with righteousness and justice. It may have been originally used when a new king took office. The king was to serve God by being honest and fair and by taking care of…
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Psalm 68
Introduction Psalm 68: Today’s reading is a psalm of praise. It recounts God’s constant presence and care for the Israelites, from their wanderings in the desert after leaving Egypt to their victories in battle with Canaanite kings. The psalm concludes with a joyful procession into God’s sanctuary (the Temple in Jerusalem), God’s defeat of Israel’s enemies, and songs praising God’s…
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