Today's Reading | May 18, 2026
Revelation 2:12–29
Introduction Revelation 2:12–29: Today’s reading includes the letters written to the congregations in Pergamum and Thyatira. As in yesterday’s reading, words of encouragement are paired with reproval. The reference to “Satan’s throne” in the city of Pergamum (verse 13) was probably a way of saying that the city was a center for emperor worship. References to Balaam (verse 14), the…
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May 18, 2026
Revelation 2:12–29
Introduction Revelation 2:12–29: Today’s reading includes the letters written to the congregations in Pergamum and Thyatira. As in yesterday’s reading, words of encouragement are paired with reproval. The reference to “Satan’s throne” in the city of Pergamum (verse 13) was probably a way of saying that the city was a center for emperor worship. References to Balaam (verse 14), the…
READ MOREMay 17, 2026
Revelation 2:1–11
Introduction Revelation 2:1–11: In this chapter, we read letters that were written to the church communities in Ephesus and Smyrna. These messages include words of encouragement and admonition. Today’s Key Verse: Revelation 2:7b GNT “To those who win the victory, I will give the right to eat the fruit of the tree of life that grows in the Garden of…
READ MOREMay 16, 2026
Revelation 1:1–20
Introduction Revelation 1:1–20: The book of Revelation was written during a time when Christians were being persecuted for their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord. Through John, the Holy Spirit was giving the early church the hope and encouragement needed to remain faithful during times of suffering and persecution. The book of Revelation belongs to the literary genre called “apocalyptic…
READ MOREMay 15, 2026
Acts 1:12–26
Introduction Acts 1:12–26: The apostles meet and pray with other believers. Peter serves as the community’s spokesman, and the apostles choose a successor to Judas. Today’s Key Verse: Acts 1:14 GNT They gathered frequently to pray as a group, together with the women and Mary the mother of Jesus and with his brothers. Read 12 Then the apostles went back to…
READ MOREMay 14, 2026
Acts 1:1–11
Introduction Acts 1:1–11: Many faith communities observe today as Ascension Day. Jesus tells his disciples to wait in Jerusalem until God gives them the Holy Spirit, empowering them to share the gospel everywhere. Then he is taken up to heaven. The apostles keep their eyes on the skies until two angels jolt them into action. Today’s Key Verse: Acts 1:8…
READ MOREMay 13, 2026
Psalm 47
Introduction Psalm 47: Today’s reading is a psalm proclaiming that God is our supreme ruler. It is a celebratory hymn in praise of God’s kingship and was probably used in some form of liturgical procession. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 47:8 GNT God sits on his sacred throne; he rules over the nations. Read 47 Clap your hands for joy, all peoples!…
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