Studying this morning's four readings from the St. James Daily Devotional Guide (click to subscribe), I examined myself with these questions. Where is your self-examination leading today?
Psalms 111:1-10. Verse 10, what wisdom have I gained by fearing the Lord? How shall I apply that wisdom today?
Ezra 4:1-24. Israel’s enemies make trouble with the King of Persia, bringing the temple construction to a halt. What worldly forces don’t want the name of Jesus to be proclaimed in my community? What’s to be done?
II Corinthians 9:6-15. Verse 8, what good works for God’s glory shall I pursue with abounding generosity today?
Luke 11:29-36. Verse 33, do I have my faith on a high enough candlestick, or do I prefer to be more private about it, less conspicuous?
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To go deeper, see interpretive notes by Bible scholar Patrick Reardon for many of this week's readings.