Daily Bible Reading – November 2023, God’s Saving Word: Praise and Thanksgivingنموونە
November 27
Introduction
Psalm 147: Today’s psalm expands on themes found in yesterday’s reading (Psalm 146). These themes include God’s help and justice for the poor, the importance of trusting in God rather than in human leaders, and the glory of God’s creation. This psalm was written after the exile and praises God for restoring Jerusalem and bringing his people home.
Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 147:5
Great and mighty is our Lord; his wisdom cannot be measured.
Reflect
Reread verses 12–20. God’s blessings for Jerusalem include secure gates (meaning peace), many children, and good harvests. Verses 19 and 20 note that God has spoken a personal word to his people. God’s instructions and laws are given to Israel. Just as God expects nature to obey his word, so also does God expect people to obey him. What does it mean for you to obey God?
Pray
Praise the LORD! It is good to sing praise to you, O God; it is pleasant and right to praise you. May I find the strength and wisdom to obey your word and walk in your ways all my life. I seek to honor you, and I trust in your constant love. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Psalm 148: The universe is called upon to praise God.
Scripture
About this Plan
Daily Bible Reading helps you build consistent interaction with Scripture. Each day includes background information on the Bible passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers to help you connect to God and others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Saving Word: Praise and Thanksgiving.”
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