Today's Reading | June 24, 2025
John 14:15–31
Introduction John 14:15–31: Today’s reading continues the “Farewell Discourse” John’s account of the final words of Jesus to his disciples prior to his arrest, trial, and death. Jesus promises his followers that he will send the Holy Spirit to teach and guide them. The reading concludes with Jesus offering his followers his own peace and his promise that he will…
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Jeremiah 31:15-22
July 12 Introduction Jeremiah 31:15–22: Today’s reading is a haunting and beautiful poem that begins with a reference to Rachel crying for her children. Rachel was one of Jacob’s wives, the mother of Joseph and Benjamin, and the grandmother of Joseph’s son Ephraim. The name Ephraim is often used to refer to the entire Northern Kingdom because it was the…
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Jeremiah 31:1-14
July 11 Introduction Jeremiah 31:1–14: Israel was made up of twelve tribes named for the sons of Jacob. After King Solomon died, the ten northern tribes formed their own kingdom (Israel), while the two southern tribes formed the kingdom of Judah. Jeremiah envisions a time when the LORD will rebuild Israel, the people will return to their own land, and…
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Jeremiah 30:12-24
July 10 Introduction Jeremiah 30:12–24: Because the people of Israel and Judah disobeyed the LORD, the promises made to their ancestors were endangered. But the LORD will renew these promises in the future, promises that include reclaiming the land and having many children. Songs of praise and shouts of joy will mark this time of restoration. Today’s Key Verse: Jeremiah…
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Jeremiah 30:1-11
July 9 Introduction Jeremiah 30:1–11: The Jewish exiles in Babylon are experiencing deep suffering, but the LORD will free them from “the yoke that is around their neck” and “remove their chains.” Then the people will be able to serve the LORD again in their own land, and God promises that their new ruler will be a descendant of David.…
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