Daily Bible Reading – May 2020 God’s Life-Giving Word of FaithSample

May 22

Introduction

Today’s reading is a psalm proclaiming that God is our supreme ruler. It is a celebratory hymn in praise of God’s kingship and was probably used in some form of liturgical procession.

Today’s Scripture: Psalm 47:8

God sits on his sacred throne; he rules over the nations.

Today’s Reading 

Psalm 47

Reflect

Psalm 47 was most likely used as a liturgical hymn in connection with a worship festival. Christians associate this psalm with Jesus’s ascension into heaven, and Jewish people associate this psalm with Rosh-ha-Shanah, the beginning of the new year. Reread verses 1-7. What are worshipers instructed to do? How are festival occasions celebrated in your community of faith?

Pray

Sovereign God, your reign is eternal. With my whole being I praise your holy name. With a song in my heart I joyfully proclaim your love for all people. You are king over all the world. Reign in my heart, Lord God! Amen.

Prayer Concern

Church musicians

Tomorrow’s Reading

2 Corinthians 5:11-21: Through Christ, all human beings are made to be God’s friends.