Daily Bible Reading - August 2020 God's Life-Giving Word of Forgiveness and MercySýnishorn
August 20
Introduction
The prophet Zephaniah preached in the latter part of the seventh century B.C. In today’s reading a day of doom and destruction is threatened when the people of Judah will be punished for worshiping other gods.
Scripture Reading
Zephaniah 1:1-18
Today’s Key Verse: Zephaniah 1:14a
The great day of the LORD is near—very near and coming fast!
Reflect
What is the LORD’s message to Zephaniah? Reread verses 4-9. What reasons are given for the people’s punishment? How is “the great day of the LORD” described (verses 14-18)? What were your thoughts when you read this message?
Pray
Almighty God, you alone are God and I worship you. Draw me close to you and keep me in your care. I seek to serve you always. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those who have turned away from God
Tomorrow’s Reading
Zephaniah 2:1-15: Zephaniah declares that the LORD will punish Judah’s enemies.
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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 Forgiveness and Mercy.”
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