John 1:1-18 (ESV) The Word Became Flesh 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men. 5 The light shines…
Acts 11:19-30 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) The Church in Antioch 19 Now those who were scattered because of the persecution that took place over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, and they spoke the word to no one except Jews. 20 But among them were some men of Cyprus and Cyrene who, on coming to…
Genesis 12:1-3 English Standard Version (ESV) The Call of Abram 12 Now the Lord said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2 And I will make of you a great nation, and I will bless you and make your name great, so that you will be a…
Psalm 67 English Standard Version (ESV) Make Your Face Shine upon Us To the choirmaster: with stringed instruments. A Psalm. A Song. 67 May God be gracious to us and bless us and make his face to shine upon us, Selah2 that your way may be known on earth, your saving power among all nations.3 Let the peoples praise you, O God; let all the peoples praise you!…
Psalm 47 New King James Version (NKJV) Praise to God, the Ruler of the Earth To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. 47 Oh, clap your hands, all you peoples!Shout to God with the voice of triumph!2 For the Lord Most High is awesome;He is a great King over all the earth.3 He will subdue the peoples under us,And the nations…
Psalm 46 (ESV) God Is Our Fortress To the choirmaster. Of the Sons of Korah. According to Alamoth.[a A Song. 46 God is our refuge and strength, a very present[b help in trouble.2 Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,3 though its waters roar and foam, though the mountains tremble at its swelling. Selah 4 There is a river whose…
Psalm 42 (NKJV) BOOK TWO Psalms 42–72 Yearning for God in the Midst of Distresses To the Chief Musician. A Contemplation of the sons of Korah. 42 As the deer pants for the water brooks,So pants my soul for You, O God.2 My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.When shall I come and [cappear before God?3 My tears have…
Psalm 133 (NKJV) Blessed Unity of the People of God A Song of Ascents. Of David. 133 Behold, how good and how pleasant it isFor brethren to dwell together in unity! 2 It is like the precious oil upon the head,Running down on the beard,The beard of Aaron,Running down on the edge of his garments.3 It is like the dew of Hermon,Descending upon…
Philippians 4:1-9 (NIV) Closing Appeal for Steadfastness and Unity 4 Therefore, my brothers and sisters, you whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm in the Lord in this way, dear friends! 2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to be of the same mindin the Lord. 3 Yes, and I ask you, my…
Psalm 41 (NKJV) The Blessing and Suffering of the Godly To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. 41 Blessed is he who considers the poor;The Lord will deliver him in time of trouble.2 The Lord will preserve him and keep him alive,And he will be blessed on the earth;You will not deliver him to the will of his enemies.3 The Lord will strengthen him on his bed…
