Sæktu forritiðGod’s Life-Giving Word of DiscipleshipSýnishorn
January 5
Introduction
Matthew recounts how the birth of Jesus took place. An angel appears to Joseph in a dream and tells him that Mary, to whom he is engaged, has conceived a child by the Holy Spirit, and that the child is to be named Jesus.
Today’s Key Scripture: Matthew 1:23b
“He will be called Immanuel” (which means, “God is with us”).
Today’s Reading
Matthew 1:18-25
Reflect
In verse 23, Matthew, quoting from Isaiah 7:14, refers to Jesus as “Immanuel,” a Hebrew name that means “God is with us.” What are your thoughts about referencing Jesus as “Immanuel’? In what ways do you experience God being with you?
Pray
Lord God, you sent your Son Jesus into the world so that, through faith in him, we would have eternal life with you. Jesus is indeed “Immanuel,” and I believe Jesus is with me always. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Couples preparing for the birth of a child
Tomorrow’s Reading
Matthew 2:1-23: Visitors from the East worship the infant Jesus.
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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, 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 Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.”
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