Daily Bible Reading – April 2022: God’s Renewing Word of Hopeنموونە
April 24
Introduction
Chapter 11 is a summation of what the apostle Paul has been saying in chapters 9 and 10 about bringing all people—Jews and Gentiles—within the reach of God’s grace in Jesus Christ. Using the image of an olive tree and grafting, Paul argues that Gentiles are like branches that are cut away from a wild olive tree and grafted into a cultivated tree. The Jews are God’s cultivated olive tree, and the new “Gentile” branches have been grafted into the tree which now stands for the whole people of God.
Scripture Reading
Romans 11:1-24
Today’s Key Verse: Romans 11:22a
Here we see how kind and how severe God is. He is severe toward those who have fallen, but kind to you—if you continue in his kindness.
Reflect
Part of Paul’s argument is contained within verses 11 and 12. What, according to Paul, will bring about rich blessings for all? In today’s reading, in what ways does Paul lift up God’s grace? In your life, when and how in your life have you experienced God’s grace?
Pray
Loving, kind, and gracious God, you desire all people to come to know you and the salvation you offer through your Son, Jesus Christ. With a humble and thankful heart, I am open to receiving your rich spiritual blessings. In Jesus’s holy name I pray. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Romans 11:25-36: God’s mercy is for all.
Scripture
About this Plan
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 Renewing Word of Hope.”
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