Today's Reading | December 26, 2025
John 1:19–34
Introduction John 1:19–34: Today’s reading begins with John the Baptist being questioned by the religious authorities who seek to know whether he is the Messiah. John responds by saying he is not. The next day, when John sees Jesus, he testifies that Jesus is the Son of God. Today’s Key Verse: John 1:29 GNT The next day John saw Jesus…
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Matthew 24:29–51
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Matthew 24:1–28
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