Daily Bible Reading, August 2022: God’s Renewing Word of Mercy and Forgivenessنموونە

August 24

Introduction

Judah pleads for Benjamin and offers to become Joseph’s slave in place of Benjamin.

Scripture Reading

Genesis 44:18-34

Today’s Key Verse: Genesis 44:32

[Judah said:] “I pledged my life to my father for the boy. I told him that if I did not bring the boy back to him, I would bear the blame all my life.”

Reflect

Judah offers to take Benjamin’s place as a slave to fulfill the promise he made to Jacob to bring Benjamin safely back home (43:8, 9). When Judah pleads for Benjamin, what does he say to Joseph?

Pray

Loving and merciful God, I come before you this day with a humble heart, trusting in your steadfast love. Knowing that I can turn my worries and cares over to you, I pray in your holy and precious name. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Genesis 45:1-28: Joseph reveals himself to his brothers.