God’s Life-Giving Word of DiscipleshipSample

January 12
Introduction
Jesus calls his twelve disciples together and commissions them to continue the mission he has initiated.
Today’s Key Scripture: Matthew 10:7
[Jesus said:] “Go and preach, ‘The Kingdom of heaven is near!’ ”
Today’s Reading (insert text)
Matthew 10:1-15
Reflect
What instructions does Jesus give to his disciples? What qualities does Jesus require of his followers? If you were to hear Jesus’s words, how would you have responded? In what ways do you carry out Jesus’s mission?
Pray
Lord Jesus, just as you challenged your disciples to share the gospel, you challenge us today to spread your gospel of love and salvation throughout the world. Open the hearts and minds of all who need to hear your message, and empower me to share the Good News. Amen.
Prayer Concern
Itinerant preachers
Tomorrow’s Reading
Matthew 10:16-31: Jesus foretells of coming persecutions.
Scripture
About this Plan

Daily Bible Reading is designed to facilitate consistent interaction with Scripture. It includes background information on each day’s Scripture passage and key verse for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, a prayer and prayer concern to help you connect to God and be of spiritual support to others. Journey with us this month as we explore the theme, “God’s Life-Giving Word of Discipleship.”
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