Today's Reading | July 29, 2025
Genesis 48:1–22
Introduction Genesis 48:1–22: In blessing Manasseh and Ephraim, Jacob bestows on his grandsons a status equal to his own sons and thus legitimizes their descendants to be numbered among the twelve tribes of Israel (see Numbers 26; Joshua 13—19). Jacob crosses his hands, placing his right hand on the head of Ephraim, Joseph’s younger son, and his left hand on…
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April 10, 2024
Ephesians 4:17–32
God’s Guiding Word: Hope Introduction Ephesians 4:17–32: Paul contrasts human behavior prior to knowing Christ with behavior that reflects God’s love and grace. He admonishes followers of Christ to get rid of one’s “old self” and to “put on the new self” that is revealed in an upright and holy life. Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 4:32 Be kind and tender-hearted…
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Ephesians 4:1–16
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Ephesians 3:1–21
God’s Guiding Word: Hope Introduction Ephesians 3:1–21: The apostle Paul explains that Gentiles are now included in God’s plan of salvation and share in the promise that God made through Christ Jesus. Today’s reading concludes with Paul’s prayer, attesting to the breadth and depth of Christ’s love. Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 3:21 To God be the glory in the church…
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Ephesians 2:1–22
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Ephesians 1:1–23
God’s Guiding Word: Hope Introduction Ephesians 1:1–23: Today we begin reading the letter to the Ephesians. The apostle Paul had been in Ephesus, where he preached in the synagogue. He also lectured in the hall of Tyrannus, who was believed to be a teacher or the owner of the lecture hall (see Acts 19:1–10). The opening chapter describes the unfolding…
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Jude 1–25
God’s Guiding Word: Hope Introduction Jude 1–25: The Letter from Jude was written to warn against false teachers who claimed to be believers. In this brief letter, the writer encourages believers to defend and build on the foundation of their faith. Today’s Key Verse: Jude 20b–21 Pray in the power of the Holy Spirit, and keep yourselves in the love…
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