Today's Reading | September 13, 2026
Matthew 25:14–30
Introduction Matthew 25:14–30: Jesus continues his End Times discourse with the Parable of the Three Servants (also known the “Parable of the Talents,” a “talent” being an ancient unit of currency). Three servants are put in charge of their master’s property, and two of them invest wisely. The master rewards or punishes the servants for being faithful or careless stewards…
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August 9, 2026
Nehemiah 9:6–14
Introduction Nehemiah 9:6–14: For the next three days we will read Israel’s prayer of confession. The entire prayer summarizes God’s dealings with the people of Israel. Today’s reading focuses on creation, the promise to Abraham, the exodus from Egypt, and the giving of God’s laws at Mount Sinai. Today’s Key Verse: Nehemiah 9:6a GNT The people of Israel prayed this…
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Nehemiah 9:1–5
Introduction Nehemiah 9:1–5: The people gather to fast to show sorrow for their sins. The Law is read to them, and the people confess their sins and worship the LORD. Today’s Key Verse: Nehemiah 9:5b GNT [The Levites said:] “Stand up and praise the LORD your God; praise him forever and ever!” Read 9 1-2 On the twenty-fourth day of the same…
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Nehemiah 8:13–18
Introduction Nehemiah 8:13–18: Today’s reading describes the Festival of Shelters, which commemorates the Israelites’ desert wanderings after the exodus from Egypt (see Leviticus 23:39–44; Deuteronomy 16:13–17). The people construct shelters of myrtle, olive, and palm branches as symbols of God’s protection and live in them for seven days, remembering God’s constant care for their ancestors and for themselves. Today’s Key…
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Nehemiah 8:1–12
Introduction Nehemiah 8:1–12: Ezra, a priest and scholar of the Law, had arrived in Jerusalem some years before Nehemiah (see Ezra 7). Like Nehemiah, he had attained a high rank in the Persian court. In today’s reading, when all the people are settled in their towns, they gather in Jerusalem to hear Ezra give a public reading of the Law.…
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Nehemiah 5:14–19
Introduction Nehemiah 5:14–19: Nehemiah has become governor of Judah. Today’s reading highlights his generosity and unselfishness. Today’s Key Verse: Nehemiah 5:15b GNT [Nehemiah said:] “I acted differently, because I honored God.” Read 14 During all the twelve years that I was governor of the land of Judah, from the twentieth year that Artaxerxes was emperor until his thirty-second year, neither my…
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Nehemiah 5:1–13
Introduction Nehemiah 5:1–13: Rebuilding the wall brings to light serious conflicts within the city. Many complain that their own leaders are exploiting and oppressing the poor. Nehemiah calls an assembly to address the problem. Today’s Key Verse: Nehemiah 5:7 GNT [Nehemiah] denounced the leaders and officials of the people and told them, “You are oppressing your own relatives!” Read 5 Some time…
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