Today's Reading | June 8, 2024
Genesis 28:10-22
God’s Guiding Word: Promise June 8 Introduction Genesis 28:10–22: Today’s reading begins the travel narrative of Jacob, son of Isaac and Rebecca and grandson of Abraham and Sarah. Jacob’s mother had sent him away to avoid his brother Esau’s wrath (see Genesis 27:41–45). In a dream, Jacob encounters God, who reiterates the promise made to Jacob’s ancestors, Abraham and Isaac.…
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Leviticus 16:20-34
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Joshua 22:1-19
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