Today's Reading | August 5, 2025
Galatians 3:15—4:7
Introduction Galatians 3:15—4:7: Paul uses the example of Abraham to demonstrate that it is faith in Christ that makes one a child of God and so also a descendant of Abraham and an heir to God’s promises. He contrasts dependence on obeying the Law with a life of faith that is dependent on God’s promises. Paul assures the Galatians that,…
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February 26, 2025
Psalm 136
Introduction Psalm 136: Today’s reading is a hymn of thanksgiving for God’s eternal goodness and love. Written as a litany that was probably sung by the priests during worship, the words “his love is eternal” are a congregational response at the end of each verse. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 136:1 Give thanks to the LORD, because he is good; his…
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Hosea 14:1–9
Introduction Hosea 14:1–9: This final chapter of Hosea begins with the prophet calling the people of Israel to turn away from sin and return to the LORD. The chapter concludes with the LORD’s promise to heal and love Israel and a call to understand God’s righteousness. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 14:9b The LORD’s ways are right, and righteous people live…
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Hosea 13:1–16
Introduction Hosea 13:1–16: Amidst harsh words of judgment, God’s saving acts in history are recalled. Yet the people continue to sin by engaging in idolatry and turning away from God. Today’s Key Verse: Hosea 13:4 The LORD says, “I am the LORD your God, who led you out of Egypt. You have no God but me. I alone am your…
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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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