Daily Bible Reading “Arise, Oh LORD” (Psalm 7:1-17)

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Deborah H. Bateman

Arise, Oh LORD

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Psalm 7:1-17.Psalm 7 is a song of David which he sang to the LORD concerning the words of a man David calls Cush, who was slandering King David. This man was from the tribe of Benjamin, the same tribe as the previous king, Saul, and was probably really Shimei, whose story is in 2 Samuel 16:5-14. The name Cush goes way back to the time of Noah. Noah’s son, Ham, called his son Cush.

David declares that his trust is in the LORD. He cries out to God to save him from those who are persecuting him before they, like a lion, tear him to pieces.

David tells the LORD he believes he is innocent of Cush’s accusations, and if he is, indeed, at fault in this situation, let the enemy defeat him. David calls out to the LORD to arise and save him. He tells the LORD to judge him according to his integrity and righteousness.

David asks God to let the wickedness of the wicked end, and to establish the just. David declares that God is his defense. He knows that God judges the righteous and is angry with the wicked. David’s enemy had prepared for battle.

David sings to and praises the LORD. His defense was truly the LORD.

Daily Bible Reading:

Psalm 7:1-17

1 [[Shiggaion of David, which he sang unto the LORD, concerning the words of Cush the Benjamite.]] O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me:
2 Lest he tear my soul like a lion, rending it in pieces, while there is none to deliver.
3 O LORD my God, if I have done this; if there be iniquity in my hands;
4 If I have rewarded evil unto him that was at peace with me; (yea, I have delivered him that without cause is mine enemy:)
5 Let the enemy persecute my soul, and take it; yea, let him tread down my life upon the earth, and lay mine honour in the dust. Selah.
6 Arise, O LORD, in thine anger, lift up thyself because of the rage of mine enemies: and awake for me to the judgment that thou hast commanded.
7 So shall the congregation of the people compass thee about: for their sakes therefore return thou on high.
8 The LORD shall judge the people: judge me, O LORD, according to my righteousness, and according to mine integrity that is in me.
9 Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end; but establish the just: for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.
10 My defence is of God, which saveth the upright in heart.
11 God judgeth the righteous, and God is angry with the wicked every day.
12 If he turn not, he will whet his sword; he hath bent his bow, and made it ready.
13 He hath also prepared for him the instruments of death; he ordaineth his arrows against the persecutors.
14 Behold, he travaileth with iniquity, and hath conceived mischief, and brought forth falsehood.
15 He made a pit, and digged it, and is fallen into the ditch which he made.
16 His mischief shall return upon his own head, and his violent dealing shall come down upon his own pate.
17 I will praise the LORD according to his righteousness: and will sing praise to the name of the LORD most high.

Things to think about:

With whom was David in conflict?
What was the enemy’s defense?
What was David’s defense?
Have there been times in your life when you were falsely accused and the only defense you had was the LORD? Recall those times. What was the result of you putting your faith and trust in God to see you through those difficult times?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in the book of Psalms. We see in this Scripture that David put his faith and trust in You. You were the only defense David had because he believed he was innocent of the accusations against him. Help us to trust You completely and know that if we are innocent and You are on our side we can win the battles of this life. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

O LORD my God, in thee do I put my trust: save me from all them that persecute me, and deliver me:

– Psalm 7:1
– Excerpt from The Book of Psalms: Part 1 Chapters 1-30

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The Book of Psalms: Part 1 Chapters 1-30 by Deborah H. Bateman is part of the Daily Bible Reading Series. The book of Psalms contains 150 chapters. Deborah divided The Book of Psalms into five books to make it easier to read and study. Each book will contain approximately thirty chapters from the book of Psalms.

Psalm 119 will not be included in The Book of Psalms since Deborah has already published a book about it 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 the 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 1 Chapters 1-30 contains thirty-one 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 groups.

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Daily Bible Reading “Avoid Foolish Questions” (Titus 3:9-15)

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Deborah H. Bateman

Avoid Foolish Questions

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Titus 3:9-15. Paul tells Titus to avoid stupid questions, discussions concerning ancestry, and controversy about the law, because they are not beneficial, in fact, they are useless. Why do you think Paul told Titus this?

Paul didn’t want Titus wasting his time on these things, but wanted him to simply preach and teach the Word of God. Paul instructs Titus that once he has warned a man twice about not doing these things, and he refuses to stop, then the person was to be rejected. Paul tells Titus these people aren’t stable. They are sinners who’ll condemn themselves.

Paul advises Titus that he is going to send Artemas or Tychicus to help him. He wants Titus to come to Nicopolis, a city in modern-day Greece, or Macedonia, on the Mediterranean Sea, to visit him, because that is where he will be spending the winter. Paul wanted Titus to bring Zenas, the lawyer and Apollos with him, so they wouldn’t be lacking anything. Paul makes sure that the church members know it is their responsibility to take care of those in the ministry. He reminds Titus to teach the people to continue to do good deeds for essential needs so they can be fruitful.

Paul ends the letter by telling Titus that everyone with him says hello. He tells Titus to tell those who love them in the faith hello. Then, Paul says, “Grace be with you all”. Amen. This letter was written to Titus, who was ordained as the first bishop of the church of the Cretians. Paul wrote it from Nicopolis in Macedonia.

Daily Bible Reading:

Titus 3:9-15

9 But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

10 A man that is an heretick after the first and second admonition reject;

11 Knowing that he that is such is subverted, and sinneth, being condemned of himself.

12 When I shall send Artemas unto thee, or Tychicus, be diligent to come unto me to Nicopolis: for I have determined there to winter.

13 Bring Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that nothing be wanting unto them.

14 And let ours also learn to maintain good works for necessary uses, that they be not unfruitful.

15 All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith. Grace be with you all. Amen. [The following was added by editors of the KJV: It was written to Titus, ordained the first bishop of the church of the Cretians, from Nicopolis of Macedonia.]

Things to think about:

What did Paul tell Titus to avoid?

What did Paul tell Titus to do with people who didn’t want to listen?

Do you know anybody that likes to argue about useless things?

How should we handle these people?
How can we encourage people in tough ministry situations?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in the book of Titus. Paul reminds Titus not to get into useless disputes with people. Help us not to waste our time doing this either. Paul wanted Titus to stick to teaching the Word. Help us to do this as well. We ask Lord that You lead, guide, and direct in our lives. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

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But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings …

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about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

– Titus 3:9

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Daily Bible Reading “Remind Them” (Titus 3:1-8)

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Deborah H. Bateman

Remind Them

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Titus 3:1-8. Paul tells Titus to keep reminding the Christians he cared for to be respectful; especially to those who were in authority over them. He told Titus to tell them not to say bad things about anybody. Why do you think Paul was telling Titus to remind them of these things? They must have needed a reminder, just as we need a reminder from time to time. He wanted them to remember to show Christian kindness toward others.

They weren’t to be fighters, but be kind and humble to everybody. Paul admits to Titus that they used to be unwise, rebellious, and misled, partaking in ungodly lusts and pleasures. We too used to live in wickedness and jealousy. We were hateful and hated everybody.

God, because of His mercy saved us. He washed our sins away and birthed us into the family of God. It wasn’t because of anything we did, but by the renewing of the Holy Spirit that God richly blessed us with through Jesus Christ. He changed us within and made us into new creatures. He justified us by His grace, and made us heirs of eternal life. I heard someone say that the word “justified” could be thought of as “just if I had never sinned.” God can do a miraculous work in our hearts and lives, if we accept Him.

In Ephesians 5:26 we see that God cleanses us by washing us with the Word of God. “That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word.”

Ephesians 4:32 says, “And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” This verse reminds us how we should treat one another and why we should treat them that way.

Paul shows his gratitude for God for the work that He did in his heart and life. He was humble and admitted that it wasn’t anything he did, but God’s work in him that made the change. Paul showed kindness and compassion toward people who were in the place he used to be. Paul had seen enough and been through enough that he had the faith to believe if God could change him, He could change others.

Paul reminds Titus what he is saying is true, and asks Titus to confirm the message continually so the people of God would be cautious to keep doing good deeds. The things Paul talked to Titus about are something that is advantageous and excellent for all men to remember. These things are not just for the people of Paul and Titus’ day, but they are things that we need to be continually reminded of today.

Daily Bible Reading:

Titus 3:1-8

1 Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,

2 To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.

3 For we ourselves also were sometimes foolish, disobedient, deceived, serving divers lusts and pleasures, living in malice and envy, hateful, and hating one another.

4 But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,

5 Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;

6 Which he shed on us abundantly through Jesus Christ our Saviour;

7 That being justified by his grace, we should be made heirs according to the hope of eternal life.

8 This is a faithful saying, and these things I will that thou affirm constantly, that they which have believed in God might be careful to maintain good works. These things are good and profitable unto men.

Things to think about:

What did Paul ask Titus to do?

Why did Paul ask Titus to do it?

Of the things, Paul told Titus, are there any with which you need help?

What can we do if we need help with our behavior?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in the book of Titus. Paul reminds Titus to continually talk to the Christians who are in his care about how they should conduct themselves. Help us to look at the things Paul talks about and remind ourselves of how we should act. Some of these things go against our nature, so we ask that You send Your Holy Spirit to help us. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey …

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magistrates, to be ready to every good work, To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.

– Titus 3:1-2

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Daily Bible Reading “Exhort Servants to be Obedient” (Titus 2:9-15)

Posted on May 4, 2026 by Deborah H. Bateman

Exhort Servants to be Obedient

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Titus 2:9-15. Paul exhorts Titus to teach servants to be obedient to their masters. The Christians of the ancient world shocked their culture by having slaves and masters worship together.

”I do not think for a moment Paul believed that the practice of slavery ought to exist. He believed to the fullest extent that the great principles of Christianity would overthrow slavery anywhere, and the sooner they did so the better pleased would he be; but, for the time being, as it was the custom to have slaves, they must adorn the doctrine of God their Savior in the position in which they were.” (Charles Spurgeon, Spurgeon’s Sermons, vol. 41, 1895)

They weren’t to steal from their masters, but were to be loyal to them, so they might honor God in everything. Obviously, there was a problem where servants would steal from their masters and Paul wanted Titus to address this. God’s grace that results in salvation is for all men. It teaches us that we should reject ungodliness and earthly desires and live sober, blameless, and holy lives in this world.

We should be on the lookout for the glorious coming of God and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He gave Himself on the cross for us, so He could redeem us from our sins, and cleansed us to make us His chosen people, eager to do good works. Paul admonishes Titus to teach, encourage, and admonish the people of these things, with all power and not to let anybody look down on him for taking a stand.

Daily Bible Reading:

Titus 2:9-15

9 Exhort servants to be obedient unto their own masters, and to please them well in all things; not answering again;

10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.

11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,

12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;

13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ;

14 Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.

15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.

Things to think about:

If you are an employee, are you submissive to your boss?

Are you looking for the return of Christ?

How can we strive to do well?

Have you received the grace of God?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

We thank You for this Scripture in Titus where Paul exhorts servants to obey their masters. Help us to be obedient to You. Help us to turn away from ungodliness and worldly desires and live godly lives. Help us to look for Your appearing. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God …

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and our Saviour Jesus Christ; Who gave himself for us, that he might redeem us from all iniquity, and purify unto himself a peculiar people, zealous of good works.

– Titus 2:13-14

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Daily Bible Reading “Teach Sound Doctrine” (Titus 2:1-8)

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Deborah H. Bateman

Teach Sound Doctrine

Today’s Daily Bible Reading is from Titus 2:1-8. In this Scripture, Paul exhorts Titus to teach sound doctrine. What does Paul mean by this? He wants Titus to teach the people how to live godly lives, just as Jesus talked about in Matthew 28:19-20.

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:” “Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” -Matthew 28:19-20

First, Paul addresses the aged men, saying teach them to be sober, grave or serious, temperate or self-controlled. Teach them to be sound in faith or grounded in faith, in charity or in love, in patience or endurance. Titus had to teach these men in a loving, kind, considerate way, since he was much younger than they were, so as not to offend them, but to encourage them to live godly lives.

Next, Paul tells Titus to teach the older women to behave in a way that becomes holiness or godliness, they are not to be slanderers or gossipers, they are to be sober, and be an instructor of good things. So they can teach the younger women to be sober, to love their husbands and children, to be discreet or tactful, to be chaste or pure. He was to teach them to be home keepers, to be good, to be obedient or submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God would not be blasphemed or cursed. The older women can use their wisdom and their experiences of life to help guide the younger women.

Paul instructs Titus to teach the young men also to be sober minded or clear-headed, setting an example of good works. In doctrine they are to be honest, serious, and authentic, speaking in a way that can’t be condemned by those opposing their doctrine, because they can’t find one bad thing to say about them. When we conduct ourselves in a godly way, people can’t criticize us, because there is nothing for them to accuse us of.

It seems that the people of Crete must have had a problem with drinking too much wine, since Paul addressed the issue with all the different age groups. The enemy (devil) uses this snare to trap people. They start with a little bit and eventually become overwhelmed by it.

Even though our sins are covered under the blood of Jesus, we should still strive to live godly lives. We need to live in a way that is above reproach, so that we can be an example for our children and for younger Christians. We need to pray and ask God to help us with these things.

Daily Bible Reading:

Titus 2:1-8

1 But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine:

2 That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.

3 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things;

4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,

5 To be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed.

6 Young men likewise exhort to be sober minded.

7 In all things shewing thyself a pattern of good works: in doctrine shewing uncorruptness, gravity, sincerity,

8 Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.

Things to think about:

Do you conduct yourself in a way that is pleasing to God?

How can you improve on the way you behave?

How can we get help with this?

What is one area of your life in which you could use some improvement?

Prayer of the Day:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for this Scripture in the book of Titus. Paul exhorts Titus to teach the people how they should act. Help us to use the guidelines as an example for ourselves. Even though we are covered under the blood of Jesus, help us to strive to live godly lives. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

Daily Bible Verse:

But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.

– Titus 2:1-2

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