Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 168 - June 17, 2026

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 168 - June 17, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 107:1-43 - The psalmist calls the redeemed to thank God for His steadfast love and deliverance from distress. - It recounts four examples of God's rescue from wandering, imprisonment, sickness, and storms. 2 Samuel 5:11 - 6:23 - Hiram of Tyre sends cedar and craftsmen to build David a palace in Jerusalem. - David brings the ark to Jerusalem with rejoicing but Michal despises his dancing before the Lord. Matthew 27:61-66 - Mary Magdalene and the other Mary sit opposite the tomb watching after burial. - Chief priests and Pharisees secure the tomb with a seal and guard to prevent theft of the body. Luke 23:55-56 - The women from Galilee follow Joseph to the tomb and see where Jesus is laid. - They prepare spices and ointments then rest on the Sabbath according to the commandment. Mark 15:47 - Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of Joses observe where Jesus is laid. - The women note the location of the tomb carefully. Matthew 28:1-10 - Mary Magdalene and the other Mary go to the tomb at dawn and witness an angel roll away the stone. - The angel announces Jesus' resurrection and they meet the risen Jesus who sends them to tell the disciples.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 167 - June 16, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 133:1-3 - The psalm celebrates the beauty and blessing of unity among God's people. - It compares harmony to precious oil and dew, bringing God's commanded blessing of life forevermore. Psalms 106:1-48 - The psalmist praises God for His goodness and recounts Israel's repeated sins and rebellions. - Despite idolatry and disobedience in the wilderness and land, God remembers His covenant and delivers them. Matthew 27:57-60 - Joseph of Arimathea, a disciple, asks Pilate for Jesus' body and wraps it in clean linen. - He lays the body in his own new tomb and rolls a great stone across the entrance. Mark 15:42-46 - Joseph of Arimathea courageously requests Jesus' body from Pilate on Preparation Day. - He buys linen, takes down the body, wraps it, and places it in a rock-cut tomb. Luke 23:50-54 - Joseph, a good and upright council member who had not consented to the deed, requests the body. - He wraps Jesus in linen and lays him in a new rock tomb as Sabbath begins. John 19:31-37 - Jewish leaders ask Pilate to break the legs of the crucified to hasten death before Sabbath. - Soldiers pierce Jesus' side instead, fulfilling scripture as blood and water flow out.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 166 - June 15, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 11:1 - 12:40 - All Israel gathers at Hebron to anoint David king and lists his mighty warriors. - Warriors from various tribes join David at Ziklag and Hebron, bringing provisions for his kingship. Luke 23:44-46 - Darkness covers the land as Jesus commits his spirit to the Father and breathes his last. - The centurion and crowd witness the events and respond with awe and mourning. John 19:28-30 - Jesus, knowing all is finished, says he is thirsty and receives sour wine. - He declares it is finished and gives up his spirit. Matthew 27:51-56 - The temple curtain tears, earthquake shakes the ground, and tombs open at Jesus' death. - The centurion declares Jesus the Son of God while women who followed him watch from afar. Mark 15:38-41 - The temple curtain tears in two from top to bottom as Jesus dies. - The centurion confesses Jesus as the Son of God while faithful women observe from a distance. Luke 23:45-49 - The temple curtain tears as Jesus commits his spirit and dies. - The centurion praises God and the crowds beat their breasts while acquaintances watch from afar.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 165 - June 14, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 103:1 - 104:35 - Psalm 103 calls the soul to bless the Lord for forgiveness, healing, and steadfast love. - Psalm 104 praises God as creator who sustains all life and orders the world with wisdom. 2 Samuel 5:1-10 - All Israel anoints David king over the united tribes at Hebron. - David captures Jerusalem from the Jebusites and makes it his capital city. John 19:18-27 - Jesus is crucified between two others at Golgotha with a sign proclaiming him King of the Jews. - From the cross, Jesus entrusts his mother to the beloved disciple's care. Matthew 27:45-50 - Darkness covers the land from noon to three as Jesus cries out to God in abandonment. - Jesus utters a loud cry and yields up his spirit after receiving sour wine. Mark 15:33-37 - Darkness falls over the whole land at the sixth hour until the ninth. - Jesus cries out to God and breathes his last with a loud cry.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 164 - June 13, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 102:1-28 - The psalmist pours out affliction before the Lord, feeling life fading like smoke and grass. - He contrasts his distress with God's eternal reign and pleads for Zion's restoration for future generations. Mark 15:24-32 - Soldiers crucify Jesus, divide his garments by lot, and mock him along with passersby and leaders. - The two criminals crucified with him also insult him as he hangs on the cross. Luke 23:33-43 - Jesus is crucified between two criminals; he prays for their forgiveness while soldiers cast lots for his clothes. - One criminal repents and Jesus promises him paradise that very day.