Daily Bible Reading

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction Psalm 49: Written in the wisdom tradition, the psalm writer urges his audience not to put much emphasis on wealth. While all people die – both wise and foolish, both rich and poor – the writer attests that God’s power is greater than the power of death. Scripture Reading […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction Psalm 15: This short psalm, which may have been used originally in a ceremony as worshipers entered the Temple, includes requirements for admission to the Temple. The psalm begins with a query (verse 1) followed by a response (verses 2-5). The psalm concludes with an affirmation to remain steadfast […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction Psalm 14: While this particular psalm lacks any direct address to God, it attests that those who do not trust in God are fools. The psalm concludes with words of hope and trust in God’s protection and deliverance. Scripture Reading Human Wickedness 14 Fools say to themselves,“There is no […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction Psalm 2: Today’s reading is a royal psalm that was probably used when a new king was inaugurated. Each king was known as God’s “son” (2 Samuel 7:14), an indication of the king’s role as God’s agent. As one who is chosen (verse 2), the king is God’s anointed […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction Psalm 1: This psalm serves as an introduction to the book of Psalms and introduces us to the Law of the LORD. Scripture Reading BOOK ONE True Happiness 1 Happy are thosewho reject the advice of evil people,who do not follow the example of sinnersor join those who have […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction 2 Chronicles 34:29-33: After hearing the prophet Huldah’s message, King Josiah gathers the leaders of Judah and Jerusalem, and he reads aloud the book of the covenant which had been found in the Temple. Scripture Reading Josiah Makes a Covenant to Obey the Lord 29 King Josiah summoned all […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction 2 Chronicles 34:1-28: King Josiah, a descendant of David, became king at an early age. Despite his tender years, he knew that God was the only true god. In obedience to God’s laws, Josiah bans worship of foreign gods and smashes the pagan idols in Judah, Jerusalem, and all […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction 1 Kings 4:20-34: Today’s reading provides us with a description of life for the people of Judah and Israel during Solomon’s reign and concludes with a description of Solomon’s wisdom. Scripture Reading Solomon’s Prosperous Reign 20 The people of Judah and Israel were as numerous as the grains of […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction 1 Kings 3:16-28: Two women approach Solomon seeking his judgment. Each woman had given birth to a child, but one child died. Both women claim to be the rightful mother of the living child. Scripture Reading Solomon Judges a Difficult Case 16 One day two prostitutes came and presented […]

God’s Renewing Word of Wisdom Introduction 1 Kings 3:1-15: The LORD appears to Solomon in a dream and asks Solomon what he would like God to give him. The Lord is pleased with Solomon’s response. When Solomon awakens, he brings offerings to the LORD and gives a feast for all his officials. Scripture Reading Solomon […]