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Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023 | ADVENT THURSDAY BEFORE THE SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT YEAR B Psalm Psalm 85:1–2, 8–13 First Reading Hosea 6:1–6 Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 1:2–10 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. GOD’S FINAL REVELATION Suggestions for Prayer: Ask God to teach you how to rely more fully on your resources in Christ. For Further Study: Read John 1:1–18 as a reminder of the fullness of God’s revelation in His Son. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 352.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2023 | ADVENT TUESDAY AFTER THE FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT YEAR B Psalm Psalm 79 First Reading Micah 4:6–13 Second Reading Revelation 18:1–10 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. ACCEPTING GOD’S PLAN Suggestions for Prayer: Thank God for His plan for your life. Seek wisdom and grace to live accordingly. For Further Study: Read about Israel’s oppression and Moses’ birth in Exodus 1:1–2:10. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 342.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST SATURDAY BEFORE REIGN OF CHRIST YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 95:1–7a First Reading Isaiah 44:21–28 (Complementary) Second Reading Matthew 12:46–50 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 100 First Reading Ezekiel 34:25–31 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Matthew 12:46–50 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST FRIDAY BEFORE PROPER 28 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 90:1–8 (9–11) 12 First Reading Ezekiel 7:1–9 (Complementary) Second Reading Revelation 16:8–21 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 123 First Reading Judges 2:16–23 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Revelation 16:8–21 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. FOCUSING ON HEAVEN Suggestions for Prayer: Praise God for your heavenly home. ✧ Seek His grace to help you keep a proper perspective amid the difficulties of this life. For Further Study: Read the portion of Abraham’s life recorded in Genesis 12–17. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 334.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST THURSDAY BEFORE PROPER 28 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 90:1–8 (9–11) 12 First Reading Ezekiel 6:1–14 (Complementary) Second Reading Revelation 16:1–7 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 123 First Reading Judges 2:6–15 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Revelation 16:1–7 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. STEPPING OUT IN FAITH Suggestions for Prayer: Ask God for the grace and spiritual fortitude to walk by faith today. For Further Study: Memorize 1 John 2:15 as a reminder to remain separate from the world. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 333.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST TUESDAY AFTER PROPER 27 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 63 First Reading Joel 1:1–14 (Complementary) Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:6–13 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 78 First Reading Nehemiah 8:1–12 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading 1 Thessalonians 3:6–13 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. BUILDING A PICTURE OF SALVATION Suggestions for Prayer: Thank God for His amazing grace, by which He saved you and continues to cleanse you from every sin. For Further Study: Read Romans 4:1–8. ✧ What is the main point of that passage? ✧ Who is the primary example? John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 331.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST MONDAY AFTER PROPER 27 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 63 First Reading Amos 8:7–14 (Complementary) Second Reading 1 Corinthians 14:20–25 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 78 First Reading Joshua 24:25–33 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading 1 Corinthians 14:20–25 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. OBEYING IN FAITH Suggestions for Prayer: Thank God for the ministry to which He has called you. If you sense there’s more you could be doing, ask Him for guidance. ✧ Pray for added faithfulness and tenacity in serving Him. For Further Study: Read the account of Noah in Genesis 6:1–9:17. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 330.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST PROPER 25 Lectionary/Ordinary 30 - Sunday between October 23 and October 29 YEAR A Old Testament, Psalm, New Testament & Gospel, Option I Old Testament Leviticus 19:1–2, 15–18 (Complementary) Psalm Psalm 1 New Testament 1 Thessalonians 2:1–8 Gospel Matthew 22:34–46 or Old Testament, Psalm, New Testament & Gospel, Option II Old Testament Deuteronomy 34:1–12 (Semicontinuous) Psalm Psalm 90:1–6, 13–17 New Testament 1 Thessalonians 2:1–8 Gospel Matthew 22:34–46 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. REPROVING SINFUL CONDUCT Suggestions for Prayer: Do you know a Christian who is being disobedient to God’s Word? If so, ask God to bring him or her to repentance. Assure the person of your prayers and concern, and be available to be further used in the restoration process if the Lord wills. For Further Study: What does Matthew 18:15–20 say about how to confront a sinning Christian? John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 315.

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. PASSING ON A GODLY HERITAGE Suggestions for Prayer: Praise God for those who have instructed you in the Word and encouraged you in righteousness. ✧ If you are a parent, pray that your children will exceed you in the faith. ✧ Be faithful to pray for the young people around you and to set a godly example for them to follow. For Further Study: Read 1 Samuel 1:1–2:10. What characteristics of a godly mother did Hannah display? John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 312.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST THURSDAY BEFORE PROPER 25 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 1 First Reading Numbers 5:5–10 (Complementary) Second Reading Titus 1:5–16 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 90:1–6, 13–17 First Reading Deuteronomy 31:14–22 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Titus 1:5–16 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST WEDNESDAY AFTER PROPER 24 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 98 First Reading Daniel 6:1–28 (Complementary) Second Reading Matthew 17:22–27 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 63:1–8 First Reading Numbers 13:1–2, 17–14:9 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Matthew 17:22–27 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. HEEDING GOD’S WARNINGS Suggestions for Prayer: Overwhelmed with the sufficiency of God’s Word, David prayed, “Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer” (Ps. 19:14). Make that your prayer as well. For Further Study: Re-read Psalm 19:7–11, reviewing each characteristic and benefit of Scripture. Think carefully about how they apply to your life. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 311.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings as selected from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST TUESDAY AFTER PROPER 24 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 98 First Reading Daniel 3:19–30 (Complementary) Second Reading Revelation 18:21–24 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 63:1–8 First Reading Numbers 12:1–9 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Revelation 18:21–24 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. DESIRING GOD’S WORD Suggestions for Prayer: Thank God for the example of those who have loved His Word to the cost of their lives. ✧ Ask Him to give you the desire to feed on His truth daily and the drive to satisfy that desire. For Further Study: Read 1 Peter 2:1–2 as a reminder to keep your heart sensitive to the precious gift of God’s Word. John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 310.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST SATURDAY BEFORE PROPER 24 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 96:1–9 (10–13) First Reading Isaiah 14:3–11 (Complementary) Second Reading Matthew 14:1–12 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 99 First Reading Exodus 39:32–43 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading Matthew 14:1–12 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. OBEYING GOD’S COMMANDS Suggestions for Prayer: Thank the Lord for opening your mind to the truths of His Word. ✧ Commit yourself to discovering at least one additional truth from Scripture each day. For Further Study: Read 1 Corinthians 2:14–16. What comparison did Paul make between the natural (unregenerate) man and the spiritual (regenerate) man? John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 307.

Please "Like", "Subscribe" and "Share" our videos so more people can find them and receive what you receive. This is a reading from John F. MacArthur, Jr.'s "Drawing Near - Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith" as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. LIVING A JOYOUS LIFE Suggestions for Prayer: Ask God to help you be mindful of your eternal purpose today and every day. ✧ Ask Him to direct you to someone who needs Christ and is sensing a lack of purpose in his or her life. For Further Study: Read Colossians 3:1–4. ✧ How did Paul describe Christ? ✧ What should be the focus of your thinking? ✧ Are you heeding Paul’s exhortation? John F. MacArthur Jr., Drawing Near—Daily Readings for a Deeper Faith (Wheaton, IL: Crossway Books, 1993), 306.

Please "Like", "Subscribe", and click the "Notification" bell to help support this content. You are also free to "Share" our content. Thank you! Daily Scripture readings from the Revised Common Lectionary (Protestant) as presented by Pastor Brian J Munro. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2023 | AFTER PENTECOST FRIDAY BEFORE PROPER 24 YEAR A Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option I Psalm Psalm 96:1–9 (10–13) First Reading Deuteronomy 17:14–20 (Complementary) Second Reading 1 Peter 5:1–5 or Psalm, First Reading & Second Reading, Option II Psalm Psalm 99 First Reading Exodus 31:1–11 (Semicontinuous) Second Reading 1 Peter 5:1–5 Consultation on Common Texts, Revised Common Lectionary Daily Readings (Bellingham, WA: Faithlife, 2011).