Daily Bible Reading

God’s Renewing Word of Promise 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 employs a warrior-deity image for God. The psalm is attributed to David who sang this song to the LORD after the LORD had rescued him from […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 15:14-33: In today’s reading, the apostle Paul states his reasons for writing this bold letter and speaks of his plans to visit the believers in Rome. Scripture Reading Paul’s Reason for Writing So Boldly 14My friends: I myself feel sure that you are full of goodness, that you […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 15:1-13: Chapter 15 ushers in the conclusion of Paul’s letter to the Romans. He encourages the Lord’s followers not to please themselves but to act in ways that edify the community of believers. He explains that the Good News is for Jews and Gentiles. Scripture Reading Please Others, […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 14:1-23: Some of the followers in Rome believed that it was wrong to eat meat, and others were saying that certain foods should only be eaten on certain days. Paul says that there will be differences among God’s people, but that all of the believers need to be […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 13:1-14: The apostle Paul encourages Christians to obey state authorities, and he reminds believers of their duties toward one another and that the day of salvation is near. Scripture Reading Duties toward State Authorities 1 Everyone must obey state authorities, because no authority exists without God’s permission, and […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 12:1-21: The apostle Paul says that God’s people no longer need to offer dead animals or make any other sacrifice in order to please God. Rather they are to offer their whole selves in living service to God. Such service involves using the gifts each has received in […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 11:25-36: The apostle Paul sums up his argument by discussing how all Israel will be saved and how, through Christ, God will show mercy to Jews and Gentiles alike. The chapter concludes with Paul praising God’s wisdom. Scripture Reading God’s Mercy on All 25There is a secret truth, […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 11:1-24: Chapter 11 is a summation of what the apostle Paul has been saying in chapters 9 and 10 about bringing all people—Jews and Gentiles—within the reach of God’s grace in Jesus Christ. Using the image of an olive tree and grafting, Paul argues that Gentiles are like […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 10:1-21: In today’s reading, the apostle Paul presents his argument that all who believe can be put right with God through faith. According to Paul, faith comes from hearing the message about Christ. Scripture Reading 1My friends, how I wish with all my heart that my own people […]

God’s Renewing Word of Hope Introduction Romans 9:19-33: In today’s reading, the apostle Paul quotes from the prophets Hosea and Isaiah to emphasize how God will invite people from all nations to be called God’s children. The chapter concludes with Paul comparing those who are put right with God through faith with those who were […]