Today's Reading | August 9, 2025
Galatians 5:16–26
Introduction Galatians 5:16–26: In today’s reading, Paul tells the Galatians to let the Spirit direct their lives. He compares what human nature does with what the Spirit produces. Today’s Key Verse: Galatians 5:22–23a GNT The Spirit produces love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, humility, and self-control. Read 16 What I say is this: let the Spirit direct your lives, and…
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Psalm 48
Introduction Psalm 48: As cited in verses 1 and 2, Mount Zion is the sacred hill and refers to Jerusalem, the city of God. This psalm may have been sung by pilgrims visiting Jerusalem. Jerusalem and its people did withstand many attacks by enemy armies and even destruction by the Babylonians (586 B.C.). Still, the people believed that God would…
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Psalm 46
Introduction Psalm 46: This psalm is an expression of confidence and trust in God. In the midst of cosmic or natural upheaval, God’s protection and presence is assured. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 46:1 God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. Reading 46 God is our shelter and strength, always ready to help in times…
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Amos 9:1-15
Introduction Amos 9:1–15: Today’s reading is the concluding chapter to the book of Amos. More judgments are pronounced, but the reading concludes with hope and a brief description of the future restoration of Israel. Today’s Key Verse: Amos 9:11 The LORD says, “A day is coming when I will restore the kingdom of David, which is like a house fallen…
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Amos 8:1-14
Introduction Amos 8:1–14: The prophet Amos has another vision, a basket of ripened fruit, showing that the time of Israel’s judgment and punishment has come. Images of an earthquake, a solar eclipse, and famine are used to describe the impending doom and destruction. Today’s Key Verse: Amos 8:9a [The LORD said:] “The time is coming when I will make the…
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Amos 7:1-17
Introduction Amos 7:1–17: Amos describes three visions (locusts, fire, and a plumb line) that pertain to the destruction of Israel. His preaching is challenged by Amaziah, the head priest at Israel’s temple at Bethel, and Amos responds with a dire warning. Today’s Key Verse: Amos 7:15 [Amos said:] “The LORD took me from my work as a shepherd and ordered…
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Amos 6:1-14
Introduction Amos 6:1–14: Today’s reading once again points to the luxurious lifestyle of the leaders of Israel. Instead of feasting, the prophet warns that they should be preparing for the impending destruction and occupation by a foreign army. Today’s Key Verse: Amos 6:12b [The LORD says:] “You have turned justice into poison, and right into wrong.” Reading 6 How terrible it…
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