Today's Reading | September 5, 2025
Luke 11:37–54
Introduction Luke 11:37–54: Jesus calls out the Pharisees and teachers of the Law for their hypocritical behavior. Today’s Key Verse: Luke 11:42b GNT [Jesus said:] “… you neglect justice and love. These you should practice.” Read 37 When Jesus finished speaking, a Pharisee invited him to eat with him; so he went in and sat down to eat. 38 The Pharisee was surprised…
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Genesis 48:1–22
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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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Genesis 46:28—47:12
Introduction Genesis 46:28—47:12: Joseph is reunited with his father. Joseph uses his knowledge of Egypt to help his family find a good place to live, and Jacob and his family settle in Egypt in the region of Goshen, the northeastern part of Egypt in the Nile Delta. Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 46:29b When they met, Joseph threw his arms around…
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