Daily Bible Reading – May 2023, God’s Saving Word: FaithSample

May 22

Introduction

The apostle Paul explains that Gentiles are now included in God’s plan of salvation and share in the promise that God made through Christ Jesus. Today’s reading concludes with Paul’s prayer, attesting to the breadth and depth of Christ’s love.

Scripture Reading

Ephesians 3:1-21

Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 3:21

To God be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever! Amen.

Reflect

In verse 7, Paul claims to be “a servant of the gospel by God’s special gift.” How would you describe his gift? What message does he bring to the Gentiles? Reread verses 14-21. What are your thoughts when reading this prayer? Consider copying this prayer on an index card (or on a mobile or electronic device) that you can keep with you as a reminder of Christ’s abundant love for you.

Pray

Lord Jesus, your love for me is broad and long, high, and deep. Make your home in my heart so that I grow in faith day by day and stay rooted in your wondrous love. Amen.

And now, join us in thanking God that children in Serbia are learning to read about Jesus. Gracious God, poverty and discrimination have created overwhelming barriers for children in Roma, Serbia, causing many to grow up with poor health, poor education, and even illiteracy. But through the compassionate support of Bible-A-Month Partners, children’s Bibles are being placed into the hands and hearts of Serbian boys and girls. Written in their heart language, these children’s Bibles are helping them learn to read as they discover the joy of knowing Jesus. Praise to you, Lord God, that children’s Bibles in the Romani language are helping these children to become better students and that they are sharing the good news of Jesus’s love with their friends. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Ephesians 4:1-16: The apostle Paul describes the unity that is shared by believers in the body of Christ.