Daily Bible Reading

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 91: This psalm expresses confidence in God’s protection, particularly in times of danger. Those who are faithful are assured of God’s unfailing presence. Scripture Reading God Our Protector 1Whoever goes to the Lord for safety, whoever remains under the protection of the Almighty, 2can say to him, “You […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 90: This psalm is a communal prayer that reflects the human quest to understand life’s meaning, particularly as life is drawing to a close. It juxtaposes the eternity of God with the shortness of human life. In this psalm, the Lord is called “our home” and the psalm […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 88: Today’s reading is an individual lament of someone who is suffering and appealing to God for help. In many instances, complaints in psalms of lament are often balanced by expressions of trust in God, but here the psalm concludes with the writer expressing being abandoned and left […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 77: Today’s reading begins with the psalm writer questioning God and wondering if God has forgotten the people. But the writer also remembers God’s saving acts and miracles and concludes by praising God’s power. Scripture Reading Comfort in Time of Distress 1I cry aloud to God; I cry […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 64: Today’s reading is the prayer of an individual who seeks God’s protection from those who inflict harm by means of cruel words. The writer trusts in God, and the psalm concludes with a call to praise God. Scripture Reading A Prayer for Protection 1I am in trouble, […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 63: This psalm can be read as a concluding component to Psalms 61 and 62 which we read the past two days. These three psalms comprise a trilogy of prayers that focus on trusting in God. In today’s reading, the writer expresses a deep yearning for God and […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 62: Today’s psalm begins with the writer expressing complete trust in God, even when experiencing adversity. The writer warns against depending on violence and riches; salvation is dependent on God alone. Scripture Reading Confidence in God’s Protection 1I wait patiently for God to save me; I depend on […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 61: Today’s psalm begins with a cry to God, and the psalm writer expresses the assurance of being heard by God. The writer then offers a prayer for the king and concludes with a promise to praise God daily. Scripture Reading A Prayer for Protection 1Hear my cry, […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 60: Today’s reading is a psalm attributed to David, written during his wars with the Arameans of northern Syria (see 2 Samuel 8:3-8, 13; 10:15-19; 1 Chronicles 18:3-11). Arameans is another name for the people of Syria, Israel’s traditional enemy to the northeast. The psalm suggests that the […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 28: Today’s reading opens with a plea for God’s help and concludes with words of thanksgiving and praise. Scripture Reading A Prayer for Help 1O Lord, my defender, I call to you. Listen to my cry! If you do not answer me, I will be among those who […]