Daily Bible Reading – July 2021, God’s Word of Faithનમૂનો
July 14
Introduction
The apostle Paul draws a distinction between the ways in which Christ’s followers lived before they knew him and the ways they lived after they experienced God’s grace. He says that they must give up their foolish ways and bad habits and instead live, by the help of the Holy Spirit, in ways that reflect God’s likeness.
Today’s Scripture Reading
Ephesians 4:17-32
Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 4:32
"Be kind and tender-hearted to one another, and forgive one another, as God has forgiven you through Christ."
Reflect
Paul says that living without Christ is like living in the dark. What does such “darkness” mean to you? List the things that are part of a Christian’s “old life,” and list the “rules” for the “new life.” Is anything about trying to live this new life hard? If so, why?
Pray
Lord God, help me get rid of all my bitterness, passion, and anger. Release me from shouting, insults, and hateful feelings. Fill me with kindness and tender-heartedness, that I may forgive others as you have forgiven me. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those harboring grudges
Tomorrow’s Reading
Ephesians 5:1-20: The apostle Paul admonishes the Lord’s followers to live in the light.
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 and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and a prayer and prayer concern 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 Word of Faith.”
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