Today's Reading | December 20, 2024
Isaiah 8:16—9:7
Introduction Isaiah 8:16—9:7: Today’s reading includes Isaiah’s warning of the Assyrian attack and God’s coming judgment against Judah because King Ahaz preferred to seek an alliance with Assyria rather than relying on God (8:1–15). After foretelling a time of trouble, Isaiah speaks words of hope about the coming of a righteous king and his reign of justice and peace. Today’s…
READ MORELatest Daily Bible Readings
November 20, 2024
Psalm 95
Introduction Psalm 95: The psalm writer calls worshipers to come before God with thanksgiving and songs of praise. God is a mighty king who rules over all creation, and humankind is compared to a flock for which God cares. The writer encourages people to listen to God’s voice and to obey God’s commands. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 95:6 Come, let…
READ MORENovember 19, 2024
Psalm 93
Introduction Psalm 93: Today’s reading is a hymn to God as King. In this brief psalm, God is affirmed as the mighty king whose eternal laws testify to his universal rule. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 93:2 Your throne, O LORD, has been firm from the beginning, and you existed before time began. Reading 93 The Lord is king. He is clothed with majesty…
READ MORENovember 18, 2024
Psalm 92
Introduction Psalm 92: This psalm is a song written for use on the Sabbath, the day set apart for rest and worship (Exodus 20:8–11; Deuteronomy 5:12–15). It celebrates God’s goodness and righteousness. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 92:1 How good it is to give thanks to you, O LORD, to sing in your honor, O Most High God. Reading 92 How good…
READ MORENovember 17, 2024
Psalm 21
Introduction Psalm 21: Today’s reading is a psalm that was probably first used to celebrate a king’s military victories. It opens with praise for the help and blessings God bestowed on the king and then describes what will happen to the king’s enemies. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 21:13 We praise you, LORD, for your great strength! We will sing and…
READ MORENovember 16, 2024
Psalm 18:25–50
Introduction Psalm 18:25–50: Today’s reading is the conclusion of the psalm, and David praises God’s faithfulness. In these verses, he acknowledges the many ways God has defended, protected, and saved him. Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 18:31 The LORD alone is God; God alone is our defense. Reading 18 How I love you, Lord! You are my defender. 2 The Lord is my protector; he is…
READ MORENovember 15, 2024
Psalm 18:1–24
Introduction Psalm 18:1–24: Today we begin reading the first half of Psalm 18. It is the third longest psalm (after 119 and 78) and uses the image of God as a warrior. The psalm is attributed to David, who sings this song to the LORD after God had rescued him from his enemies. This victory song also appears in 2…
READ MORESupport the Bible cause
Help share the Bible with those who have yet to meet Jesus.