Daily Bible Reading – May 2021 God’s Word of Spiritual RenewalSample
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May 19
Introduction
Today’s reading is a continuation of Stephen’s defense before the Council, and it comprises the longest part of his speech. He recounts the story of Moses and the Israelites’ disobedience and their rejection of God.
Today’s Scripture Reading: Acts 7:23-43
Today’s Key Verse: Acts 7:37
“Moses is the one who said to the people of Israel, ‘God will send you a prophet just as he sent me, and he will be one of your own people.’”
Reflect
Stephen recalls Israel’s disobedience and the people’s refusal to obey Moses. In Christian tradition, Jesus is regarded as a prophet like Moses (see Deuteronomy 18:15) who is rejected by his own people (Luke 4:28-30). Just as Moses led the Israelites out of bondage in Egypt, Jesus is regarded as the “new Moses” who liberates people from bondage to sin and death. What are your thoughts about these parallels between Moses and Jesus?
Pray
Holy Jesus, by freeing me from bondage to sin and death, you have given me the gift of eternal life. I thank and praise you for loving me so. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those experiencing rejection
Tomorrow’s Reading
Acts 7:44—8:3: Stephen is put to death.
Scripture
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Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme “God’s Word of Spiritual Renewal.”
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