Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 156 - June 5, 2026

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 162 - June 11, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 7:1-40 - Records genealogies of Issachar, Benjamin, Naphtali, Manasseh, Ephraim, and Asher. - Lists warriors, family heads, and notable descendants of these tribes. Matthew 27:27-30 - Roman soldiers strip Jesus, dress him in a scarlet robe, and mock him as king with thorns and a reed. - They spit on him, strike him, and kneel in false worship before leading him away. Mark 15:16-19 - Soldiers take Jesus inside the palace, clothe him in purple, and twist a crown of thorns. - They salute him mockingly as king, strike him with a staff, spit on him, and kneel. Matthew 27:31-34 - After mocking, soldiers remove the robe, put Jesus' clothes back on, and lead him to crucify. - Simon of Cyrene is compelled to carry the cross; Jesus is offered wine mixed with gall but refuses. Mark 15:20-23 - Soldiers finish mocking Jesus, remove the purple robe, dress him in his own clothes, and lead him out. - They compel Simon of Cyrene to carry the cross and offer Jesus wine mixed with myrrh, which he refuses.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 161 - June 10, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 81:1-16 - Call to sing for joy to God and celebrate the festival while remembering deliverance from Egypt. - God laments Israel's disobedience and longs to bless them if only they would listen. Psalms 88:1-18 - The psalmist cries out desperately to God day and night amid overwhelming affliction. - He feels abandoned by God and friends, near death, with darkness as his only companion. Psalms 92:1 - 93:5 - Psalm 92 praises God's steadfast love, faithfulness, and victory over the wicked. - Psalm 93 declares the Lord's eternal reign and majestic power over creation. Luke 23:13-25 - Pilate declares Jesus innocent three times yet yields to the crowd's demands. - He releases Barabbas and hands Jesus over to be crucified to satisfy the people. John 18:39 - 19:16 - Pilate offers to release Jesus per custom but the crowd chooses Barabbas and demands crucifixion. - Pilate has Jesus flogged and presented; the Jews insist on his death for claiming kingship, leading Pilate to hand him over.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 160 - June 9, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 6:1-81 - Lists the Levite genealogies from Levi through Aaron and the priestly line. - Details dwelling places and territories assigned to the Levite clans across Israel. Matthew 27:15-26 - Pilate offers to release Barabbas or Jesus per custom but yields to the crowd's demand. - Pilate washes his hands, declares innocence, and hands Jesus over to be crucified. Mark 15:6-15 - Pilate releases Barabbas and, wishing to satisfy the crowd, has Jesus flogged and delivered for crucifixion. - The chief priests stir the people to choose Barabbas instead of Jesus.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 159 - June 8, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 78:1-72 - The psalmist recounts Israel's history from Egypt through the wilderness, highlighting God's wonders and Israel's repeated rebellion. - Despite provocation, God shows mercy, chooses David, and establishes his sanctuary on Zion. Luke 23:1-7 - The chief priests accuse Jesus before Pilate of misleading the nation and claiming kingship. - Pilate questions Jesus and sends him to Herod upon learning he is Galilean. John 18:28-38 - Jewish leaders bring Jesus to Pilate early morning but avoid entering the palace to stay ceremonially clean. - Pilate questions Jesus about his kingdom; Jesus affirms truth and kingship while Pilate finds no guilt. Luke 23:6-12 - Herod questions Jesus eagerly but receives no answer as the chief priests accuse him. - Herod and soldiers mock Jesus, dress him in a robe, and send him back to Pilate.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 158 - June 7, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 73:1-28 - The psalmist envies the prosperity of the wicked but realizes their ultimate destruction. - He finds refuge in God, who guides him and becomes his eternal portion. Psalms 77:1-20 - The psalmist cries out to God in distress, remembering past troubles and questioning divine favor. - He recalls God's mighty deeds in history, especially the exodus, and finds comfort in His power. Matthew 27:3-10 - Judas regrets betraying Jesus, returns the silver, and hangs himself in despair. - The chief priests use the money to buy a potter's field for burying foreigners, fulfilling prophecy. Matthew 27:2 - The council binds Jesus and leads him away to hand him over to Governor Pilate. - Jesus is delivered into Roman custody for trial. Matthew 27:11-14 - Pilate questions Jesus about being king of the Jews; Jesus affirms it briefly. - Jesus remains silent before further accusations, amazing the governor. Mark 15:1-5 - The chief priests consult and bind Jesus before handing him to Pilate. - Pilate asks if Jesus is king of the Jews; Jesus answers minimally and stays silent amid charges.