Daily Bible Reading—March 2024, God’s Guiding Word: PrayerSample

March 5
Introduction
Nehemiah 9:1–25: In today’s reading, the people have heard Ezra read the Law (see Nehemiah 8:1–12 from yesterday’s reading), and they respond with worship, prayer, and confession. The prayer in this passage is a summary of God’s faithfulness, including creation, the promise to Abraham, the exodus from Egypt, the 40 years in the desert, and the conquest of Canaan.
Today’s Key Verse: Nehemiah 9:17b
“You are a God who forgives; you are gracious and loving, slow to be angry.”
Reflect
When the people offered this prayer of confession, they wore sackcloth. Sackcloth was a rough, coarse fabric that was often worn in times of trouble or sorrow. They also threw dirt or ashes on their heads to express sorrow and grief. In what ways have you expressed sorrow and grief? In this prayer of confession, what is cited as examples of God’s mercy?
Pray
Gracious God, you alone are the Lord, the Creator of the heavens and all the stars. Because of your great mercy, you never abandoned your people, and you never abandon me. I am grateful for your blessings of forgiveness, healing, and renewal. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Nehemiah 9:26–38: The people continue their prayer of confession.
Scripture
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Daily Bible Reading helps you build consistent interaction with Scripture. Background, key verses for meditation, reflection questions to help you dive deeper into Scripture, and prayers prompted by today’s passage all help you connect with God and others. Journey with us this month and explore the theme “God’s Guiding Word: Prayer.”
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