Daily Bible Reading—March 2024, God’s Guiding Word: PrayerSample
March 26
Introduction
Mark 12:28–44: While in Jerusalem, Jesus continues to teach his followers. In today’s reading, He quotes from Deuteronomy 6:4–5 and Leviticus 19:18 when teaching about the most important commandment. Jesus denounces the teachers of the Law; and while sitting in the Temple, He observes people as they present their monetary gifts.
Today’s Key Verse: Mark 12:30
[Jesus said:] “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.”
Reflect
What does Jesus say are the two most important commandments? What are your thoughts about what Jesus said? Compare verses 38–40 with what takes place when a poor widow places her two coins in the offering box (verses 41–44). Some teachers of the Law accepted large sums of money from widows for giving advice or for praying for them, and sometimes the widows even gave over their houses in payment. In commending the widow for her offering, was Jesus also condemning the actions of the teachers of the Law? Explain.
Pray
Lord God, I love you with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength. With praise and thanksgiving, I offer you my humble and repentant heart as I seek to serve you and my neighbors with a spirit of love and generosity. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Mark 14:1–31: Jesus observes the Passover with his disciples.
Scripture
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