Sæktu forritiðDaily Bible Reading - July 2020 God's Life-Giving Word of PromiseSýnishorn
July 28
Introduction
Verses 1-4 comprise the first of four “Servant Songs” in the book of Isaiah (see also 49:1-6; 50:4-9; 52:13—53:12). In this passage, the servant is described as one whom God chose to see that justice is done on earth. The reading concludes with a reference to light as providing an image of God’s saving power.
Scripture Reading
Isaiah 42:1-17
Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 42:8
“I alone am the LORD your God. No other god may share my glory; I will not let idols share my praise.”
Reflect
Some scholars think that the servant mentioned in this passage is a reference to the people of Israel. Others think it might have been to a ruler such as the one mentioned in Isaiah 9:6, 7 and 11:1-5. Still others understand this passage as describing the life of God’s promised messiah. The task of the servant was to “bring justice to every nation” (verse 1). How is the role of the servant described? Who are today’s “servants”?
Pray
Holy God, source of all light and truth, light my path that I may see the way to be a servant in your work of redemption, truth, and justice. Guide me today. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those working for social justice.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Jeremiah 31:1-22: The prophet foretells of a time when all the tribes of Israel will be restored as one nation.
Ritningin
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 Promise.”
More
