Get the appDaily Bible Reading – July 2021, God’s Word of FaithSample
July 13
Introduction
Paul encourages the followers of Christ to live in unity and to serve and strengthen the whole body of Christ, the church, by using the special gifts the Holy Spirit has given them. He urges maturity among them, that they may grow strong in Christ. This strength comes through love and is made manifest through a commitment to truth.
Today’s Scripture Reading
Ephesians 4:1-16
Today’s Key Verse: Ephesians 4:15
"By speaking the truth in a spirit of love, we must grow up in every way to Christ, who is the head."
Reflect
In today’s passage, Paul gives seven different examples of how the followers of Christ are unified (verses 4-6). What seven things do the people of God share? Choose one of these things and describe in your own words what it means. How have you seen this revealed in your faith community? What “gifts” have been given to people within your community of faith?
Pray
Holy Spirit, you equip the church to love, share, teach, and serve. May we use your gifts to strengthen your body, that we will be united by faith and be mature in our understandings of Christ. Amen.
Prayer Concern
All who strive to build up the church, the body of Christ, on earth
Tomorrow’s Reading
Ephesians 4:17-32: The apostle Paul describes new life in Christ.
Scripture
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, and 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 Faith.”
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