Today's Reading | July 28, 2025
Genesis 47:13–31
Introduction Genesis 47:13–31: As the famine becomes more severe, Joseph administers the distribution of grain. Jacob and his family remain in Egypt; and as Jacob approaches death, Joseph promises his father that he will bury him with his ancestors in Canaan. Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 47:27 The Israelites lived in Egypt in the region of Goshen, where they became rich…
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Amos 4:1-13
Introduction Amos 4:1–13: Today’s reading begins with a sharp indictment against the luxurious lifestyle of the people of Samaria, with particular attention on the ruthless women of the city. The prophet calls out Israel’s inability to learn from the punishments God had already sent. Today’s Key Verse: Amos 4:13 God is the one who made the mountains and created the…
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Amos 3:1-15
Introduction Amos 3:1–15: The people of Israel were chosen to have a special relationship with the LORD (Deuteronomy 7:6), and they were chosen for a purpose—to be living examples of the LORD’s justice and goodness (Isaiah 49:6). But many in Israel refused to live for this purpose. Today’s reading includes a continuation of the judgments directed against the northern kingdom.…
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Amos 2:1-16
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Amos 1:1-15
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Isaiah 59:1–21
Introduction Isaiah 59:1–21: Today’s reading begins with the prophet providing a catalog of the people’s sins. The people confess their sin, and the LORD prepares to rescue them. Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 59:21a [The LORD says]: “I make a covenant with you: I have given you my power and my teachings to be yours forever.” Reading 59 Don't think that the Lord is…
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Isaiah 58:1–14
Introduction Isaiah 58:1–14: Outwardly, the people continued to worship the LORD. But their acts of worship were meaningless because they did not treat one another with justice and respect. True worship involves more than ritual acts of honor or praise. Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 58:9 [The LORD says]: “When you pray, I will answer you. When you call to me,…
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