This Psalm was written by Moses who led Israel out of bondage in Egypt. Moses speaks of God who protects those who trust in God. God protects those who trust in Him from evil and…
These passages contain two Proverbs. The first Proverb says, “He who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him disciplines him diligently.” When I grew up in the 1950s, spanking children was…
In this daily Bible reading is the account of Israel driving out more inhabitants (Canaanites) and occupying the land. However, Israel did not drive out all the inhabitants as God commanded. The inhabitants that remained…
In this daily Bible reading Jesus tells His disciples about His return to Earth and how people must be prepared for His return. Jesus said, “Be on guard that your hearts may not be weighted…
In these passages the writer expresses his despair and puzzlement at God’s seeming rejection of Israel. It appeared to the writer as if God had forsaken His covenant with David. God had told David that…
This Proverb says, “He who walks with wise men will be wise, but the companion of fools will suffer harm.” People are influenced by those with whom they associate. Family, friends, and work associates have…
In these passages, Joshua gathers all of Israel at Shechem. Joshua recounts what God had done for Israel since bringing Abraham from Mesopotamia to the promised land. He also recounted how God blessed Israel in…
In this daily Bible reading Jesus tells the disciples about the end times and His glorious return to the Earth. Jesus tells them that deception will increase, and many will claim to be Jesus. Those…
In these passages God speaks about David being God’s chosen king. God blessed David above all kings that ruled Israel, and God made a covenant with David. God said, “My covenant I will not violate,…
These passages say, “A wicked messenger falls into adversity, but a faithful envoy brings healing. Poverty and shame will come to him who neglects discipline, but he who regards reproof will be honored. Desire realized…