Daily Bible Reading

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 27: Today’s psalm is an expression of confidence and trust in God, even in the midst of an enemy attack. Trusting in God’s care, the writer expresses a desire to seek God’s guidance and to live in God’s house. Scripture Reading A Prayer of Praise 1The Lord is […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 25: Today’s psalm is a prayer for guidance, protection, and forgiveness. It includes a series of petitions along with affirmations of trust in God. The writer attests to the LORD God as our teacher and notes that to learn, one must have reverence for the LORD. Scripture Reading […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 16: Today’s psalm expresses total confidence in God. The writer is always aware of God’s presence, and knowing this fills the writer with joy. Scripture Reading A Prayer of Confidence 1Protect me, O God; I trust in you for safety. 2I say to the Lord, “You are my […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 11: In this short psalm, an individual who has found safety in the LORD is addressing another individual and affirming trust and confidence in the LORD. Scripture Reading Confidence in the Lord 1I trust in the Lord for safety. How foolish of you to say to me, “Fly […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 71: Today’s reading is a prayer of an elderly person who asks to be rescued from wicked people. The writer cries out to God for protection and recounts his trust in the Lord since he was young. The psalm concludes with the writer singing God’s praises and speaking […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 68:19-35: Today’s reading concludes the psalm and describes a joyful procession into God’s sanctuary—the Temple in Jerusalem. Verses 21-23 include a description of enemies being defeated by God, and the psalm concludes with songs in praise of God’s power. Scripture Reading 19Praise the Lord, who carries our burdens […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 68:1-18: Today we begin reading the first half of Psalm 68, a psalm that focuses on praising God. It includes a historical recollection of God’s constant presence and care for the Israelites in the desert after they left Egypt, and victories in battles with Canaanite kings. Some obscure […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Psalm 51: Today’s reading is a psalm asking for God’s forgiveness, and it is attributed to King David. After David had arranged to have Uriah killed in battle so that he could marry Uriah’s wife, Bathsheba, who was pregnant with David’s child, the prophet Nathan confronted David with his […]

God’s Renewing Word of Prayer Introduction Luke 11:1-13: In response to a request from one of the disciples, Jesus teaches his followers to pray. He reveals the fatherhood of God to his disciples and the limitless capacity of God’s love, faithfulness, generosity, compassion, and care. Scripture Reading Jesus’ Teaching on Prayer (Matthew 6.9-13; 7.7-11) 1One […]

God’s Renewing Word of Love Introduction Deuteronomy 6:10-25: In today’s reading, Moses reminds the Israelites of God’s promises as long as they honor God and worship only him. But he also warns the people of the consequences of disobedience. Scripture Reading Warning against Disobedience 10 “Just as the Lord your God promised your ancestors, Abraham, […]