Daily Bible Reading, December 2022: God’s Renewing Word of JoySample
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December 29
Introduction
After completing everything required by the Law, Mary and Joseph return to Nazareth with Jesus. The chapter concludes with the account of Jesus, at age 12, debating with the Jewish teachers in the Temple in Jerusalem.
Scripture Reading
Luke 2:39-52
Today’s Key Verse: Luke 2:52
Jesus grew both in body and in wisdom, gaining favor with God and people.
Reflect
Reread verses 41-52. Why did Jesus stay behind in Jerusalem? What did the teachers think of him? Why were his parents astonished when they found him? What did they say (verse 48)? What was Jesus’s response (verse 49)? Verses 40 and 52 speak of Jesus’s wisdom. As stated in Proverbs 9:10, “To be wise you must first have reverence for the LORD. If you know the Holy One, you have understanding.” In what way does your daily encounter with Scripture fill you with wisdom?
Pray
Lord God, just as your beloved Son Jesus grew in body and wisdom, teach me your ways and guide me in my faith journey so that I continue to grow in knowledge of you. Daily will I praise you and offer my reverence to you. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Matthew 1:1-25: Matthew gives an account of Jesus’s ancestors and an account of Jesus’s birth.
Scripture
About this Plan
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Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers 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 Renewing Word of Joy.”
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