Daily Bible Reading—March 2024, God’s Guiding Word: PrayerNäide

March 9
Introduction
Esther 3:1–15: The king promotes Haman to the position of prime minister and orders all officials to show Haman respect by kneeling and bowing to him. Mordecai refuses, infuriating Haman. When Haman learns that Mordecai is a Jew, he makes plans to have all the Jews throughout the Persian empire killed.
Today’s Key Verse: Esther 3:4b
“I am a Jew,” [Mordecai] explained, “and I cannot bow to Haman.”
Reflect
Why did Mordecai refuse to bow to Haman? What does this say to you about his faith? Reread verses 8 and 9. What did Haman say to the king to persuade the king to issue a proclamation that threatened the lives of all the Jews in the empire?
Pray
Holy and faithful God, you hold all of us in your loving care. Look down with mercy on those who this day are threatened with harm and death because of their faith. Protect them and surround them with your peace. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Esther 4:1–17: Mordecai asks for Esther’s help.
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Daily Bible Reading helps you build consistent interaction with Scripture. Background, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers prompted by today’s passage all help you connect with God and others. Journey with us this month and explore the theme “God’s Guiding Word: Prayer.”
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