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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February 23, 2025
Hosea 11:12—12:14
Introduction Hosea 11:12—12:14: Today’s reading includes more words of condemnation and judgment, both for the northern kingdom of Israel and now also the southern kingdom of Judah. Their common ancestor, Jacob, is recalled along with references to God’s rescuing the people from slavery in Egypt. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 12:10 [The LORD says:] “I spoke to the prophets and gave…
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Hosea 11:1–11
Introduction Hosea 11:1–11: God’s love for Israel is compared to a parent’s love for a child. A time of exile is predicted prior to the people being reconciled to God. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 11:9b “I am God and not a mere human being. I, the Holy One, am with you. I will not come to you in anger.” Reading…
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Hosea 9:15—10:15
Introduction Hosea 9:15—10:15: In yesterday’s reading, the earlier verses in chapter 9 describe how the people have turned away from God and have been unfaithful to him, and Hosea warns that the time for punishment has come. In today’s reading, Hosea continues to describe the consequences of the people’s sinfulness, and the LORD pronounces judgment on the people. Today’s Key…
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Hosea 9:1–14
Introduction Hosea 9:1–14: Hosea warns the people of Israel that their unfaithfulness to God will now unleash harsh punishment, including deportation to Egypt, and he warns the people about other consequences for their sin. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 9:8a [Hosea says:] God has sent me as a prophet to warn his people Israel. Reading 9 People of Israel, stop celebrating your…
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Hosea 8:1–14
Introduction Hosea 8:1–14: The people have broken their covenant with the LORD and have made idols of silver and gold. They will be punished because they have rejected the LORD’s teachings. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 8:12 [The LORD says:] “I write down countless teachings for the people, but they reject them as strange and foreign.” Reading 8 The Lord says, “Sound the alarm!…
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Hosea 6:1—7:2
Introduction Hosea 6:1—7:2: The LORD expects fidelity, but the people’s love for the LORD vanishes like early morning dew. God’s message is one of judgment and destruction because of the evil deeds of the people. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 6:6 [The LORD says:] “I want your constant love, not your animal sacrifices. I would rather have my people know me…
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