Today's Reading | July 18, 2026
1 Kings 18:41–46
Introduction 1 Kings 18:41–46: Elijah instructs King Ahab to return home as the drought ends and heavy rain falls over the land. Today’s Key Verse: 1 Kings 18:41 GNT Then Elijah said to King Ahab, “Now, go and eat. I hear the roar of rain approaching.” Read 41 Then Elijah said to King Ahab, “Now, go and eat. I hear the…
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Leviticus 19:32–37
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Leviticus 19:1–18
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Exodus 23:1–13
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Psalm 33
Introduction Psalm 33: Today’s reading exhorts the people shout for joy, to praise and thank the LORD, and to sing a new song to him. Assurance of the LORD’s constant love comes from trust and obedience. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 33:5 GNT The LORD loves what is righteous and just; his constant love fills the earth. Read 33 All you that…
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Psalm 15
Introduction Psalm 15: This short psalm may have been used in a ceremony as worshipers entered the Temple. It give requirements for admission to the Temple, structured as a question (verse 1) and response (verses 2–5), and encourages the people to remain obedient. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 15:1–2a GNT LORD, who may enter your Temple? Who may worship on Zion,…
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