Daily Bible Reading–March 2021 God's Word of Prayerعينة

March 17 Introduction Today’s reading is the fifth and concluding lament. The community in exile cries out to God, asking God to remember them and to have mercy. Today’s Scripture Reading Lamentations 5:1-22 Today’s Key Verse: Lamentations 5:19 But you, O LORD, are king forever and will rule to the end of time. Reflect What verses speak of the community’s sense of disgrace? What do the people ask of God? How would you describe the overall tone of this lament? Is there any evidence of hope? Are there places in our world today where people are experiencing similar suffering? Pray O Lord, you are king forever and will rule to the end of time. Look with compassion at all who suffer this day and grant them relief. In your holy name, I pray. Amen. Prayer Concern Victims of war and political oppression Tomorrow’s Reading Luke 11:1-13: Jesus teaches his disciples to pray.