Daily Bible Reading – March 2020 God’s Life-Giving Word Of Prayer預覽
March 7
Introduction
Today’s reading is a psalm that expresses both suffering and praise. The opening questions and complaints are balanced at the end by expressions of trust, confidence, and praise.
Today’s Scripture: Psalm 22:28
The LORD is king; and he rules the nations.
Today’s Reading
Psalm 22
Reflect
Today’s reading is a psalm that is often read in many churches on Good Friday, a day that marks the crucifixion of Christ. The opening question (verse 1), which expresses a feeling of abandonment, is quoted by Jesus from the cross (see Matthew 27:46 and Mark 15:34), and this kind of question often appears in prayers for help (see Psalm 13:1, 2). What other verses in this psalm bring to mind Jesus’s suffering on the cross? How does the first part of the psalm (verses 1-21) differ from the second part (verses 22-31)? Is it hard to praise God in the midst of suffering? Why or why not?
Pray
Lord God, when I cry to you for help, I trust that you hear me and that you are near. Whenever I may feel that you have abandoned me, remind me of your steadfast presence and love. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Those experiencing deep anguish
Tomorrow’s Reading
Psalm 25: A prayer for guidance and protecti
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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 and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, 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 Life-Giving Word of Prayer.”
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