Day 177 · June 26

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: 2 KINGS 9:14-10:31
• New Testament: ACTS 17:1-34
• Psalm: PSALM 144:1-15
• Proverb: PROVERBS 17:27-28

Old Testament

Jehu destroys Ahab’s house and Baal worship but does not fully turn from Israel’s idolatry. Partial obedience is still incomplete obedience.

New Testament

Paul reasons from Scripture in synagogue after synagogue, then speaks in Athens about the Creator and the risen Jesus. The gospel meets both Bible readers and philosophers.

Psalm

God trains, protects, and blesses; human life is brief, but the LORD is our fortress.

Proverb

Wise people use words carefully and keep a calm spirit.

Discover

Athens is full of idols, just as Kings is full of false worship. Paul points beyond every substitute to the Creator and the risen Jesus.

Reflect

What substitute for God has become too important in my life?

Fellowship

Share one place in today’s reading where you saw Jesus more clearly. Then discuss the reflection question together.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, keep my eyes on You and shape my life by Your Word. Holy Spirit, give me grace to trust, obey, and follow You today. Amen.

Live

Remove one small rival that is competing for your attention to God. Lord Jesus, help me not only to know Your Word but to

live it. Transform my heart so that my life reflects You more each day.