Job 7 Psalm 15 Proverbs 14:33 Matthew 5:1-16 Daily Holy Scripture Bible Reading

Job 7
Job continues his lament, comparing human life to hard labor and the fleeting nature of a hired hand's days. He expresses his misery and the restlessness of his nights. Job feels his life is but a breath, and his days pass quickly without hope. He speaks directly to God, questioning why he is being tested and why God is so focused on him. Job feels his suffering is relentless and wonders why he is not allowed a moment of respite. He pleads for relief, questioning the purpose of his existence and expressing his anguish over his unceasing affliction.

Psalm 15
Lord, who may dwell in Your sacred tent? Who may live on Your holy mountain? The one whose walk is blameless, who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from their heart; whose tongue utters no slander, who does no wrong to a neighbor, and casts no slur on others; who despises a vile person but honors those who fear the Lord; who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and does not change their mind; who lends money to the poor without interest; who does not accept a bribe against the innocent. Whoever does these things will never be shaken.

Proverbs 14:33
Wisdom reposes in the heart of the discerning, and even among fools, she lets herself be known.

Matthew 5:1-16
Jesus saw the crowds and went up on a mountainside, sitting down with His disciples. He began to teach them, delivering the Beatitudes: Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of Me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way, they persecuted the prophets before you.

Jesus continued, telling His followers that they are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its saltiness, it is no longer good for anything. They are the light of the world, like a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. People do not light a lamp and put it under a bowl; instead, they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.