Daily Bible Reading – April 2023 God’s Saving Word: HopeSample
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April 13
Introduction
Paul tells the Corinthians about the money he hopes to collect to help the followers in Jerusalem. He also hopes to come and see the Corinthians again soon. He closes by encouraging the Corinthians to welcome his friend Timothy and then sends greetings to many in Corinth.
Scripture Reading
1 Corinthians 16:1-24
Today’s Key Verse: 1 Corinthians 16:13, 14
Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be brave, be strong. Do all your work in love.
Reflect
Paul endeavored to gather a collection for the believers in Jerusalem (see Romans 15:25-28; Galatians 2:10). Regarding this, what instructions does he give to the Corinthians (verse 2)? How are collections for those in need handled in your community of faith? “Marana tha” is a transliterated Aramaic or Syriac expression for “Our Lord, come!” and Paul concludes his letter with a prayer for Christ’s imminent return (verse 22). Why would Paul have ended his letter with those words? (See also Revelation 22:20).
Pray
O Lord Jesus, teach me to be alert, to stand firm in the faith, to be brave, to be strong, and to do everything in love. Come into my heart today and reign there forever. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Romans 1:1-17: The apostle Paul proclaims the Good News.
Scripture
About this Plan
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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, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers 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 Saving Word: Hope.” [Note: All Scriptures are quoted in the Good News Translation.]
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