Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 198 - July 17, 2026

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 199 - July 18, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 26:1 - 27:34 - Detailed divisions of gatekeepers from Levite families are assigned to guard temple entrances, with treasurers managing sacred items and storehouses. - Army divisions, tribal leaders, officers, and administrators are organized under David to manage military and civil affairs efficiently. James 1:1-27 - Believers should count trials as joy since they produce perseverance and maturity; ask God for wisdom in faith without doubting. - True religion involves controlling anger, obeying God's word, caring for orphans and widows, and keeping unstained from the world.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 198 - July 17, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 143:1 - 145:21 - David pleads for mercy and deliverance from enemies, remembering God's past works and seeking guidance by His Spirit. - Psalm 144 blesses God as Rock and deliverer for victory and prosperity; Psalm 145 exalts God's greatness, compassion, and everlasting kingdom. Acts 14:1-28 - Paul and Barnabas preach boldly in Iconium, Lystra, and Derbe, healing a lame man but facing stoning and fleeing persecution. - They strengthen new disciples, appoint elders, and return to Antioch, reporting how God opened the door of faith to Gentiles.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 197 - July 16, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 131:1-3 - The psalmist expresses humble trust in God, rejecting pride and concern over matters too great for him. - Like a content weaned child, the soul finds peace, urging Israel to hope in the Lord forever. Psalms 138:1 - 139:24 - David praises God wholeheartedly for His unfailing love, faithfulness, and deliverance amid trouble, calling kings to glorify Him. - God intimately knows and is present everywhere, fearfully created the psalmist, and is asked to search the heart and lead in the everlasting way. Acts 13:32-52 - Paul proclaims the good news that God fulfilled His promises by raising Jesus, as testified in the Scriptures. - Many Gentiles rejoice and believe, but jealous Jews reject the message, prompting Paul to turn to the Gentiles and resulting in persecution.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 196 - July 15, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 23:1 - 25:31 - David organizes the Levites into divisions for temple service, assigning duties to Gershon, Kohath, and Merari clans. - He appoints musicians and temple officials, including divisions for prophesying with harps, lyres, and cymbals under Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman. Acts 13:13-31 - Paul and companions travel to Pisidian Antioch where Paul recounts Israel's history from the exodus through the judges to King David. - He proclaims Jesus as the promised Savior from David's line, whose death and resurrection fulfill the Scriptures.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 195 - July 14, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 30:1-12 - David thanks God for lifting him from the depths, healing him, and turning his mourning into dancing. - He praises the Lord for His anger that lasts only a moment and His favor that brings lifelong joy. Psalms 108:1 - 110:7 - Psalm 108 declares steadfast praise and God's victory over nations, calling for deliverance. - Psalms 109 and 110 include cries against enemies and the Lord's declaration of the Messiah's eternal priesthood and rule. Acts 13:1-12 - In Antioch, the church sends Barnabas and Saul on their first missionary journey after prayer and fasting. - On Cyprus, they confront and blind the sorcerer Elymas, leading the proconsul Sergius Paulus to believe.