Daily Bible Reading “Bless the LORD, O My Soul” (Psalm 103:1-22)

Posted on September 26, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

Bless the LORD, O My Soul

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 103:1-22. When is the last time you stopped and thought about the LORD and all the benefits He has bestowed upon you? This is a Psalm of David in which his whole purpose of writing is to remind us to bless the LORD. What does it mean to “bless” the LORD? It means to exalt Him, lift Him up, and honor Him as God. All believers can do this, not only priests or pastors. When we worship and praise the LORD it blesses Him. David blesses the holy name of the LORD.

David reminds us of all of the benefits of the LORD. He reminds us that the LORD forgives our sins and heals our diseases. God made Himself known to Moses and demonstrated His wondrous works to the children of Israel. God is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and thankfully so, or He would have taken us out a long time ago. He has removed our sins as far as the east is from the west.

We are like the grass that withers away, but the LORD is eternal. His mercy is from everlasting to everlasting. He is the alpha and the omega, the beginning and the end. God has prepared a place in heaven for those who believe. David calls out for everything and everyone to bless the LORD. He ends the Psalm like he started it saying, “Bless the LORD, O my soul.”

Take some time today to think about all the things you have for which to bless the LORD. You can bless Him by giving Him thanks and praise for who He is and for His many blessings in your life. You could read this Scripture or other Scriptures out loud to the LORD and declare His goodness and mercy to Him. Don’t you enjoy hearing people say good things about you? What makes you think that the LORD wouldn’t enjoy hearing you acknowledge Him?

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 103:1-22

1 [[A Psalm of David.]] Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.
2 Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits:
3 Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;
4 Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies;
5 Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
6 The LORD executeth righteousness and judgment for all that are oppressed.
7 He made known his ways unto Moses, his acts unto the children of Israel.
8 The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.
9 He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever.
10 He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
11 For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward them that fear him.
12 As far as the east is from the west, so far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
13 Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him.
14 For he knoweth our frame; he remembereth that we are dust.
15 As for man, his days are as grass: as a flower of the field, so he flourisheth.
16 For the wind passeth over it, and it is gone; and the place thereof shall know it no more.
17 But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children’s children;
18 To such as keep his covenant, and to those that remember his commandments to do them.
19 The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all.
20 Bless the LORD, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word.
21 Bless ye the LORD, all ye his hosts; ye ministers of his, that do his pleasure.
22 Bless the LORD, all his works in all places of his dominion: bless the LORD, O my soul.

Things to think about:

What are some things for which we can bless the LORD?
Have you accepted God’s forgiveness for your sins?
Look around you and think of all the blessings the LORD has bestowed upon you. List them here and thank Him for them.

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 103 in which David reminds us to bless You. LORD, we bless Your holy name. You are merciful and loving. You are forgiving and kind. You have made a way for us to have forgiveness of our sins, if we only believe. You are the creator, You are our provider, You are our protector. We love You, LORD. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. – Psalm 103:1

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Psalm 119 has already been published in a book called: Psalm 119: Thy Word is a Lamp unto My Feet. The book of Psalms is one of Deborah’s favorite books of the Bible. It is a great book to read if you’re ever feeling down or need to renew your relationship with Christ. King David went through a lot of tough times in his lifetime, but he loved God and trusted God to protect him from his enemies.

The book of Psalms was written by various people. About half of it was attributed to King David, whether they were written by David or for David is questioned by some biblical scholars. Some of the Psalms were written by Asaph and some say they were written for the sons of Korah and even Moses and Solomon were writers of the Psalms. The Psalms consists of poetry that was primarily meant to be used as songs of praise to the Lord.

The Book of Psalms: Part 4 Chapters 91-118 contains thirty-six Daily Bible Reading Lessons. Each lesson contains a brief commentary by the author, the Daily Bible Reading Scriptures, a few questions for contemplation or discussion, and a prayer of the day. It is a great Bible study for individuals or group studies.

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Daily Bible Reading “The LORD Will Hear the Prayer of the Destitute” (Psalm 102:15-28)

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

The LORD Will Hear the Prayer of the Destitute

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 102:15-28. Have you ever felt desperate for God to hear and answer your prayer? The Psalmist earlier in the chapter cried out for God to hear his prayer. In this portion of the chapter he declares the greatness of the LORD.

He says the heathen will fear the name of the LORD and all the kings of the earth will fear His glory. When the LORD comes back in all His glory, He will build up Zion. He will remember the prayer of the destitute.

The Psalmist reminds us, this is written for the generation to come. It is a prophetic statement to let us know that the LORD hears and answers our prayers and He will return one day to take His children home.

The LORD looks down from His sanctuary in heaven and hears the cries of the prisoner. He will come back to proclaim the name of the LORD in Zion. His people will gather in Jerusalem to praise and worship the LORD.

This man is weak in his body and believes he is close to the end of his days. He is begging the LORD to spare his life.

The Psalmist professes the LORD as the creator of the world and that His name will last forever. The name of the LORD will be passed down from generation to generation. It is our duty as believers to make sure that the Word of the LORD is passed down to the next generation.

We need to teach our children and grandchildren about the LORD. Are you doing your part to spread the good news of the Gospel to the next generation? Thank God for those who came before us and sacrificed to make sure we knew about the Gospel of Jesus Christ in our lifetime.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 102:15-28

15 So the heathen shall fear the name of the LORD, and all the kings of the earth thy glory.
16 When the LORD shall build up Zion, he shall appear in his glory.
17 He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.
18 This shall be written for the generation to come: and the people which shall be created shall praise the LORD.
19 For he hath looked down from the height of his sanctuary; from heaven did the LORD behold the earth;
20 To hear the groaning of the prisoner; to loose those that are appointed to death;
21 To declare the name of the LORD in Zion, and his praise in Jerusalem;
22 When the people are gathered together, and the kingdoms, to serve the LORD.
23 He weakened my strength in the way; he shortened my days.
24 I said, O my God, take me not away in the midst of my days: thy years are throughout all generations.
25 Of old hast thou laid the foundation of the earth: and the heavens are the work of thy hands.
26 They shall perish, but thou shalt endure: yea, all of them shall wax old like a garment; as a vesture shalt thou change them, and they shall be changed:
27 But thou art the same, and thy years shall have no end.
28 The children of thy servants shall continue, and their seed shall be established before thee.

Things to think about:

In what ways do you show reverence for the name of the LORD?
In what ways can we prepare for the return of the LORD?
How do you acknowledge God as being the creator of the world?
What are some things we can do to make sure future generations have a chance to hear the Gospel?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Psalm 102 in which the Psalmist reminds us of Your greatness and holiness. Help us to acknowledge You as LORD of this earth and as LORD of our lives. Help us to share the Gospel with the next generation. Help us to look forward to Your return. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer. – Psalm 102:17

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Daily Bible Reading “Parable of the Ten Virgins” (Matthew 25:1-13)

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

Parable of the Ten Virgins

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Matthew 25:1-13. In this Scripture, Jesus tells the parable of the ten virgins. He said the kingdom of heaven is like ten virgins, who took their lamps, and went to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were wise, and five were foolish.

The foolish virgins took their lamps, but took no oil with them. The wise virgin came prepared with oil in their vessels for their lamps.

While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. At midnight a cry came saying, “Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.”

All the virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps. The foolish virgins said to the wise virgins, give us of your oil; because our lamps have gone out.

But the wise virgings answered, saying, No; because there may not be enough for both of us. They told the foolish virgins to go to the people who sell oil, and buy some for themselves.

While the foolish virgins went to buy oil, the bridegroom came. The wise virgins who were ready went with him to the marriage. Once they all entered the door was shut.

Later the foolish virgins came, crying out for the Lord to open the door. But he answered them saying, “Verily I say unto you, I know you not.”

In verse 13 we are reminded to keep watch because we do not know the day or hour when the Son of man will come. Are you prepared to meet Him?

Daily Bible Reading:

Matthew 25:1-13

1 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish.
3 They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them:
4 But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.
5 While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept.
6 And at midnight there was a cry made, Behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.
7 Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.
8 And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.
9 But the wise answered, saying, Not so; lest there be not enough for us and you: but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves.
10 And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage: and the door was shut.
11 Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us.
12 But he answered and said, Verily I say unto you, I know you not.
13 Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.

Things to think about:

What was the difference in the wise virgins and the foolish ones?
What were the virgins waiting for?

Do you consider yourself to be like the wise virgins or the foolish ones?
What should we be watching and waiting for?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank you for this story of the virgins. Help us to be prepared like the wise virgins when you return and not like the foolish ones who were not prepared. Forgive of us all the ways we fail You and help us to do Your will. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.- Matthew 25:13

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Daily Bible Reading “Humble Thyself in the Sight of the Lord” (Matthew 23:1-12)

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

Humble Thyself in the Sight of the Lord

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Matthew 23:1-12. In this Scripture, Jesus speaks to the multitude, and to His disciples. This is His last public speech. It shows us, Jesus, not only as a loving Savior but also as our judge.

Jesus tells the crowds that the scribes and Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat, and to do as they say, but don’t follow their example because what they say, they don’t do. In other words, they don’t practice what they preach. Jesus says they want to be seen of man, and to be put on a pedestal. We have to be careful not to try to earn our love from Jesus because He wants us to have a personal relationship with Him. We have to make sure we don’t let our pride or the desire for being recognized get in the way of our relationship with God.

Jesus says we should be humble. He tells the crowds not to desire to be called “Rabbi,” or “Masters,” because there is only one who is your Master: it is Christ. He also says we shouldn’t call anyone “Father,” for there is only one Father, and He is in heaven. Jesus reminds them the greatest among them shall be their servant, and whoever is exalted will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

Daily Bible Reading:

Matthew 23:1-12

1 Then spake Jesus to the multitude, and to his disciples,
2 Saying, The scribes and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat:
3 All therefore whatsoever they bid you observe, that observe and do; but do not ye after their works: for they say, and do not.
4 For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.
5 But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments,
6 And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues,
7 And greetings in the markets, and to be called of men, Rabbi, Rabbi.
8 But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, even Christ; and all ye are brethren.
9 And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
10 Neither be ye called masters: for one is your Master, even Christ.
11 But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.
12 And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Things to think about:

What does Jesus say about our motives?

Who does Jesus say will be exalted?

Why did Jesus say not to call anyone “Father”?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

As we read this Scripture we are humbled. Help us as we try to do the things that are right. Help us not to do things for man’s applause, but to lift You up. Help us to concentrate on our relationship with You and not what we can do to be noticed. In Jesus’ name, we pray. We love You, LORD. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall …

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– Matthew 23:12

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Daily Bible Reading “Parable of the Wedding Feast” (Matthew 22:1-22)

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Deborah H. Bateman

Parable of the Wedding Feast

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Matthew 22:1-22. In this Scripture, Jesus tells a parable saying the kingdom of heaven is like a king who made a marriage for his son. He sent his servants to gather the people who were invited to the marriage and they wouldn’t come. He sent out more servants telling the people the wedding feast was ready, but they still wouldn’t come, then he took his servants and slew them. This made the king angry so he sent his armies to destroy them and burned up their city.

He tells his servants that the wedding feast is ready, but the ones who were invited weren’t worthy, so “Go into the street, and ask anybody you see to come.” The servants went into the streets and gathered as many as they could so the wedding was full of guests.

When the king saw the guests there was one man who didn’t have wedding garments on, and the king asked him how he got in without his wedding garments? Back in this day and time, the wedding garments were provided by the person giving the wedding. The man was speechless. The king had his servants bind his hands and feet and cast him into outer darkness. Then he says, “Many are called, but few are chosen.” This is a picture of those who are lost without God.

The father is a picture of God. The son is a picture of Jesus. The wedding guests are a picture of Israel. They were the first ones to be invited, but they rejected Jesus. Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.” Everyone is invited, but not everyone will accept the invitation to come to the Lord Jesus Christ.

The Pharisees tried to trick Jesus by asking Him if it was lawful to pay taxes. Jesus tells them to render to Caesar what was Caesar’s and to God what is God’s. Have you given your life to God? He wants you to give your heart and life to Him.

Daily Bible Reading:

Matthew 22:1-22

1 And Jesus answered and spake unto them again by parables, and said,
2 The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage for his son,
3 And sent forth his servants to call them that were bidden to the wedding: and they would not come.
4 Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage.
5 But they made light of it, and went their ways, one to his farm, another to his merchandise:
6 And the remnant took his servants, and entreated them spitefully, and slew them.
7 But when the king heard thereof, he was wroth: and he sent forth his armies, and destroyed those murderers, and burned up their city.
8 Then saith he to his servants, The wedding is ready, but they which were bidden were not worthy.
9 Go ye therefore into the highways, and as many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage.
10 So those servants went out into the highways, and gathered together all as many as they found, both bad and good: and the wedding was furnished with guests.
11 And when the king came in to see the guests, he saw there a man which had not on a wedding garment:
12 And he saith unto him, Friend, how camest thou in hither not having a wedding garment? And he was speechless.
13 Then said the king to the servants, Bind him hand and foot, and take him away, and cast him into outer darkness; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
14 For many are called, but few are chosen.
15 Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in his talk.
16 And they sent out unto him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, Master, we know that thou art true, and teachest the way of God in truth, neither carest thou for any man: for thou regardest not the person of men.
17 Tell us therefore, What thinkest thou? Is it lawful to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
18 But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, Why tempt ye me, ye hypocrites?
19 Shew me the tribute money. And they brought unto him a penny.
20 And he saith unto them, Whose is this image and superscription?
21 They say unto him, Caesar’s. Then saith he unto them, Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s; and unto God the things that are God’s.
22 When they had heard these words, they marvelled, and left him, and went their way.

Things to think about:

Who is invited to the wedding feast?

Who will attend?

Who won’t attend? Why?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You that You are preparing the wedding feast for us today. We pray You will help those who haven’t accepted Christ as their Savior yet that they’ll accept Him as Savior and come to know You. Help us to do what is right in all things, render to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s. In Jesus’ name, we pray. We love You, LORD. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

The kingdom of heaven is like unto a certain king, which made a marriage …

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