Daily Bible Reading

God’s Renewing Word of Promise Introduction 1 Samuel 2:1-11: Today’s reading is Hannah’s prayer upon offering Samuel as a servant to the LORD. She offers God praise and thanksgiving, celebrating the ways in which God offers safety, sustenance, and care. Scripture Reading Hannah’s Prayer 1 Hannah prayed: “The Lord has filled my heart with joy; […]

God’s Renewing Word of Promise Introduction 1 Samuel 1:19-28: Hannah gives birth to a son and names him Samuel which, in Hebrew, means “name of God.” As used in today’s reading, the name also relates to the Hebrew verb for “ask”—Hannah has received from God the child for whom she had asked. After Samuel has […]

God’s Renewing Word of Promise Introduction 1 Samuel 1:1-18: Today we begin reading excerpts from the book of First Samuel which records the transition in Israel from the period of the judges to a monarchy. This change in Israel’s life revolves around the lives of three men: Samuel, the last of the great judges; Saul, […]

God’s Renewing Word of Promise 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. Scripture Reading 25O Lord, you are faithful to those who are faithful to you; completely good to those who […]

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 […]