Day 125 · May 5
A devotional for today
Today’s readings
- Old Testament: JUDGES 21:1-25; RUTH 1:1-22
- New Testament: JOHN 4:4-42
- Psalm: PSALM 105:1-15
- Proverb: PROVERBS 14:25
Old Testament
Judges closes in moral chaos, but Ruth begins with one woman's costly loyalty to Naomi and a return to Bethlehem.
New Testament
Jesus crosses social barriers to meet a Samaritan woman. He exposes her thirst and offers living water, then reveals Himself as Messiah.
Psalm
Remember God's covenant faithfulness and tell others what He has done.
Proverb
A truthful witness can save lives; falsehood destroys.
Discover
Ruth moves toward Bethlehem in faithful love; the Samaritan woman meets the One who can satisfy the deepest thirst of every heart.
Reflect
What am I asking people, possessions, or circumstances to give me that only Jesus can provide?
Fellowship
Ask someone: 'Where are you thirsty for God right now?' Listen without fixing.
Prayer
Jesus, give me living water. Satisfy my heart and make me a truthful witness to Your grace. Amen.
Live
Offer Christ's kindness across one social boundary.