Day 358 · December 24

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: ZECHARIAH 6:1-7:14
• New Testament: REVELATION 15:1-8
• Psalm: PSALM 143:1-12
• Proverb: PROVERBS 30:24-28

Old Testament

Zechariah points toward the Branch who will build the Lord’s temple and rule as King and Priest. God also exposes fasting without justice, mercy, and compassion.

New Testament

Those who overcame the beast worship beside the sea of glass as heaven prepares the final bowls of judgment.

Psalm

David asks God for mercy, guidance, rescue, and a teachable spirit. Proverb Summary Small creatures display remarkable wisdom through preparation, cooperation, security, and persistence. Discover Jesus Jesus is both King and Priest - the Branch who builds God’s true dwelling. He wants worship that produces mercy and justice. Reflect Has my worship changed the way I treat people?

Fellowship What can the wisdom of small things teach us about faithful Christian living?

Prayer

King Jesus, teach me Your way and make my worship visible in mercy and justice. Amen.

Live

Make one act of compassion part of your worship today.