Sæktu forritiðDaily Bible Reading – June 2021, God’s Word of HopeSýnishorn
June 23
Introduction
In the restored Jerusalem, foreigners are welcome. Portions of the Law had excluded foreigners and certain groups of people (see Deuteronomy 23:1-3), but all are now invited to take part in the new community of God’s people. The Israelites who returned to Jerusalem after the exile will now be joined by non-Israelites in worshiping God. Today’s reading concludes with a condemnation of Israel’s leaders who acted unjustly.
Today’s Scripture Reading
Isaiah 56:1-12
Today’s Key Verse: Isaiah 56:7b
[The LORD says] “My Temple will be called a house of prayer for the people of all nations.”
Reflect
Who is invited to be part of God’s new worshiping community? What is promised to those who observe the Sabbath? In what ways does your community of faith reach out to others and welcome them?
Pray
Sovereign God, you invite people from all nations to worship you. Teach me to honor you and faithfully keep your covenant. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Communities of faith seeking to welcome all people
Tomorrow’s Reading
Jeremiah 29:1-23: The prophet Jeremiah sends a letter to the Jewish exiles in Babylonia.
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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 Word of Hope.”
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