Today's Reading | December 21, 2024
Luke 1:1–25
Introduction Luke 1:1–25: Luke’s Gospel opens with a prologue in which he sets forth his aim “to write an orderly account” concerning Jesus. Luke begins by recounting the events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist. The angel Gabriel appears to Zechariah and announces that, even though he and his wife Elizabeth are now elderly, Elizabeth will bear a son…
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Revelation 3:1–22
Introduction Revelation 3:1–22: In this chapter we read the messages that were written to the churches in Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. The church in Philadelphia is commended for being faithful. Today’s Key Verse: Revelation 3:21 “To those who win the victory I will give the right to sit beside me on my throne, just as I have been victorious and…
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Revelation 2:1–29
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Revelation 1:1–20
Introduction Revelation 1:1–20: The Revelation to John was written at a time when Christians were being persecuted because of their faith in Jesus Christ as Lord. The writer’s main concern was to give his readers hope and encouragement and to urge them to remain faithful during times of suffering. Revelation is one of the most famous examples of a kind…
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Malachi 4:1–6
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Malachi 3:1–18
Introduction Malachi 3:1–18: The people had been questioning God’s justice (2:17) and the usefulness of serving God (3:13–15) since evil people were getting away with their behavior. God announces that a messenger will come to purify the Temple and the priests. Evildoers will be judged, and the faithful will be declared the LORD’s own. Today’s Key Verse: Malachi 3:17 “They…
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Malachi 2:1–17
Introduction Malachi 2:1–17: The priests are admonished for breaking their covenant with God. Husbands are admonished for being unfaithful to their wives. Malachi sees marriage as the same kind of permanent agreement as the one that united God and the people of Israel. Today’s Key Verse: Malachi 2:5a [The LORD Almighty says:] “In my covenant I promised them life and…
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