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“For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.”
John 6:33

Today’s Bible Reading

Solomon lays out the general theme of Proverbs: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7). Solomon warns his son against the temptation of sinners and urges his son to heed the call of wisdom.

BibleGateway: Proverbs 1 ESV Text: Proverbs 1 Proverbs 1 (Listen) The Beginning of Knowledge 1:1 The proverbs of Solomon, son of David, king of Israel: 2   To know wisdom and instruction,    to understand words of insight,3   to receive instruction in wise dealing,    in righteousness, justice, and equity;4   to give prudence to the simple,    knowledge and discretion to the youth—5   Let the wise hear… Solomon lays out the general theme of Proverbs: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7). Solomon warns his son against the temptation of sinners and urges his son to heed the call of wisdom.

Can God turn man’s wickedness to serve His purposes? He can and does. Consider Joseph. Consider Jesus’ Passion too. [Commemoration of Joseph]

BibleGateway: Genesis 50:15-26 ESV Text: Genesis 50:15-26 KJV Text: The section starts at about 2:8 and ends at about 4:1      15 And when Joseph’s brethren saw that their father was dead, they said, Joseph will… Can God turn man’s wickedness to serve His purposes? He can and does. Consider Joseph. Consider Jesus’ Passion too. [Commemoration of Joseph]