Day 249 · September 6

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: SONG 1:1-4:16
• New Testament: 2 CORINTHIANS 8:16-24
• Psalm: PSALM 50:1-23
• Proverb: PROVERBS 22:22-23

Old Testament

Song of Songs celebrates covenant love, delight, faithfulness, and the goodness of committed affection.

New Testament

Paul handles the church's gift carefully and honorably. Christian generosity should be matched by trustworthy stewardship.

Psalm

God does not need empty religious performance. He desires thankful worship and lives that honor Him.

Proverb

Do not take advantage of the poor; the LORD Himself defends them.

Discover

Faithful human love is a gift, but it also reminds us that love is meant to be loyal rather than disposable. Jesus loves His people with covenant faithfulness and never exploits the weak.

Reflect

Do my relationships reflect faithfulness, honor, and gratitude?

Fellowship

Why does integrity matter when Christians handle money or responsibility?

Prayer

Jesus, make me faithful in love, honest in responsibility, and grateful in worship. Amen.

Live

Honor one relationship today through a faithful, unselfish action.