Today's Reading | April 19, 2026
1 Peter 2:11–25
Introduction 1 Peter 2:11–25: Today’s reading, framed by the context of the Roman Empire, reflects the challenges Christians faced in that pagan culture and its prevalent “household codes.” The author instructs believers to respect civil authorities, thereby demonstrating good conduct while, at the same time, living as free people and as “God’s slaves.” Today’s Key Verse: 1 Peter 2:24 GNT…
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Genesis 46:28—47:12
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Introduction Genesis 46:1–27: Jacob and his family prepare to relocate to Egypt. Today’s reading lists the names of the children and grandchildren who accompanied Jacob, grouped by their descent from Jacob’s four wives. Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 46:3 [God said to Jacob:] “I am God, the God of your father,” he said. “Do not be afraid to go to Egypt;…
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Genesis 45:1–28
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Genesis 44:18–34
Introduction Genesis 44:18–34: Judah pleads with Joseph for Benjamin and offers to become Joseph’s slave in place of Benjamin. Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 44:32 [Judah said:] “I pledged my life to my father for the boy. I told him that if I did not bring the boy back to him, I would bear the blame all my life.” Read 18 Judah…
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Genesis 44:1–17
Introduction Genesis 44:1–17: Joseph instructs his servant to conceal his silver cup in Benjamin’s sack. When the cup is found, Joseph tells his brothers that Benjamin will become his slave. Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 44:2a [Joseph commanded his servant:] “Put my silver cup in the top of the youngest brother’s sack, together with the money for his grain.” Read 44 Joseph…
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