Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 171 - June 20, 2026

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 171 - June 20, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Psalms 1:1 - 2:12 - Psalm 1 contrasts the blessed way of the righteous who delight in God's law with the perishing wicked. - Psalm 2 warns nations against plotting against the Lord's anointed king whom God installs on Zion. Psalms 15:1-5 - The psalm asks who may dwell in God's holy tent and describes the person of integrity. - Such a one speaks truth, honors others, avoids harm, and remains steadfast in commitments. Psalms 23:1 - 24:10 - Psalm 23 portrays the Lord as shepherd providing rest, guidance, and protection even in death's shadow. - Psalm 24 celebrates God's ownership of the earth and calls for pure worship as the King of glory enters. Psalms 47:1-9 - All peoples are called to clap and shout joyfully as God ascends amid shouts of triumph. - God reigns over the nations from his holy throne and the shields of the earth belong to him. Luke 24:13-35 - Two disciples discuss recent events on the road to Emmaus when the unrecognized Jesus joins them. - Jesus explains the scriptures concerning himself then is revealed at the breaking of bread before vanishing.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 170 - June 19, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 16:1-43 - David places the ark in the tent, offers sacrifices, and appoints Levites to minister with music and praise. - He delivers a psalm of thanksgiving to the Lord and appoints Asaph and others for ongoing worship. John 20:1-10 - Mary Magdalene finds the empty tomb early and runs to tell Peter and the beloved disciple. - They race to the tomb, see the linen cloths, and the beloved disciple believes while they return home. Mark 16:9-11 - Jesus appears first to Mary Magdalene after rising and she reports to the mourning disciples. - They refuse to believe her report of seeing him alive. John 20:11-18 - Mary weeps at the tomb, sees two angels then Jesus whom she mistakes for the gardener. - Jesus calls her name, reveals himself, and sends her to tell the disciples he is ascending. Matthew 28:9-15 - The risen Jesus meets the women who worship him and instructs them to tell the brothers to go to Galilee. - Chief priests bribe soldiers to spread the false story that disciples stole the body while they slept. Mark 16:12-13 - Jesus appears in a different form to two disciples walking in the country. - They report back but the others still do not believe.

Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 169 - June 18, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. 1 Chronicles 13:1 - 15:29 - David consults leaders and brings the ark from Kiriath-jearim but Uzzah dies when he touches it. - David prepares a place for the ark in Jerusalem and appoints Levites to carry it properly with rejoicing. Mark 16:1-8 - Women go to the tomb early Sunday morning with spices and find the stone rolled away. - A young man in white announces Jesus' resurrection and instructs them to tell the disciples. Luke 24:1-12 - Women arrive at the tomb at dawn, find it empty, and encounter two men in dazzling apparel. - They remember Jesus' words about rising and report to the apostles who do not believe them.

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.