Daily Devotional
April 13, 2025
Leviticus 17: God commands that all sacrifices be brought to Him properly and prohibits eating blood, declaring it sacred because it represents life and is used for atonement.
Psalm 20–21: David prays for God’s help in battle and then praises Him for granting victory, affirming that trust in the Lord brings strength and triumph.
Proverbs 31: King Lemuel’s mother instructs him on wise leadership, and the chapter ends with a poem honoring the character, strength, and faith of a noble wife.
1 Timothy 2: Paul urges prayer for all people, emphasizes Christ as the one mediator, and gives instructions for orderly worship, including guidance for men and women.
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April 12, 2025
Leviticus 16: God establishes the Day of Atonement, when the high priest enters the most holy place to offer sacrifices for the sins of Israel and symbolically sends them away through the scapegoat.
Psalm 19: Creation and God’s Word both proclaim His glory—His laws are perfect, His commands are pure, and His ways lead to life.
Proverbs 30: Agur reflects on his limitations, marvels at God’s wisdom in nature and human behavior, and prays for honesty and contentment.
1 Timothy 1: Paul urges Timothy to confront false teaching with love and truth, shares his own testimony of grace, and calls him to fight the good fight of faith.
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April 11, 2025
Leviticus 15: God gives detailed instructions about bodily discharges to protect communal worship and emphasize the need for physical and spiritual purity.
Psalm 18: David celebrates God's powerful rescue and faithfulness, praising Him as the mighty deliverer who answers cries for help.
Proverbs 29: Wisdom contrasts the ruin of pride, injustice, and anger with the peace and honor that come from righteousness and discipline.
2 Thessalonians 3: Paul urges believers to pray, work diligently, and stay faithful, reminding them to avoid idleness and keep doing good.
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April 10, 2025
Leviticus 14: God provides a detailed and symbolic process for restoring those healed of skin disease and contaminated houses, showing His desire to restore holiness and community.
Psalm 17: David pleads for God's protection from violent enemies, trusting in God’s justice and longing to awaken to His presence.
Proverbs 28: Wisdom calls for integrity, justice, and generosity, warning that greed, dishonesty, and ignoring God's law lead to downfall.
2 Thessalonians 2: Paul warns the church not to be deceived about Christ’s return, assuring them that evil will be defeated and urging them to stand firm in truth and grace.
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April 9, 2025
Leviticus 13: God gives detailed instructions to the priests for identifying and handling skin diseases and mildew, emphasizing holiness and separation for the unclean.
Psalm 15–16: Psalm 15 describes the character of one who may dwell with God, and Psalm 16 expresses David’s deep trust in the Lord as his secure refuge and eternal joy.
Proverbs 27: Wisdom includes honest friendships, hard work, self-control, and careful stewardship, for life is unpredictable and hearts reveal true character.
2 Thessalonians 1: Paul encourages the Thessalonian church, commending their perseverance and assuring them of God's coming justice, when Christ will be glorified and his people vindicated.
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In this episode of the Sermon Notes podcast, Jay Strother and Brian Ball delve into the practical applications of scripture, specifically focusing on Colossians 3 and 4. They discuss the significance of living under the lordship of Jesus Christ in various aspects of life, including marriage, parenting, and work relationships.
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April 8, 2025
Leviticus 11–12: God outlines what is clean and unclean in food, animals, and childbirth, calling His people to holiness in every area of life.
Psalm 13–14: David cries out in distress but clings to God’s faithful love, while Psalm 14 laments humanity’s corruption and affirms the Lord’s care for the righteous.
Proverbs 26: This chapter warns against the foolish, the lazy, and the deceptive, urging wisdom in speech, work, and relationships.
1 Thessalonians 5: Paul teaches readiness for the Lord’s return, encourages godly living, and closes with a blessing for the church’s complete sanctification.
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April 7, 2025
Leviticus 10: Nadab and Abihu offer unauthorized fire before the Lord and are consumed, reminding Israel that God's holiness requires reverent obedience.
Psalm 11-12: David affirms that God sees all and will uphold the righteous; David also cries for help and clings to the Lord’s pure and trustworthy words.
Proverbs 25: Wisdom teaches restraint, humility, and patience, offering practical guidance for relationships, speech, and self-control.
1 Thessalonians 4: Paul urges believers to grow in holiness, love one another more, live quietly, and take hope in Christ’s promised return.
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April 6, 2025
Leviticus 9: Aaron performs the first priestly sacrifices, and God's glory appears as fire consumes the offering, confirming His presence and acceptance.
Psalm 10: The psalmist pleads for God to confront the arrogant wicked and defend the afflicted, trusting that He sees and will act with justice.
Proverbs 24: Wisdom builds a secure life, and those who pursue justice, diligence, and humility will be preserved while the wicked fade.
1 Thessalonians 3: Paul rejoices at Timothy’s report of the Thessalonians’ steadfast faith and prays for their continued love and holiness as they await Christ.
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April 5, 2025
Leviticus 8: Moses follows God's instructions to ordain Aaron and his sons as priests. Through washing, clothing, anointing, and offering sacrifices, they are consecrated for service, and the community witnesses God's appointment of their leadership.
Psalm 9: David gives thanks for God’s justice and deliverance from enemies. He celebrates God's rule, righteousness, and refuge for the oppressed, calling on the Lord to rise up and remind the nations of their humanity.
Proverbs 23: This chapter offers wisdom on self-control, money, parenting, and avoiding temptation. It warns against greed, drunkenness, and keeping poor company, urging a life rooted in discipline, truth, and reverence for the Lord.
1 Thessalonians 2: Paul recalls how he and his companions ministered in Thessalonica with sincerity, gentleness, and sacrificial love. Despite opposition, the Thessalonians received the gospel as God’s Word, and Paul longs to see them again, calling them his joy and crown.
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April 4, 2025
Leviticus 7: God details the laws for guilt and fellowship offerings, including instructions on what parts are burned, what parts are eaten, and who may eat them. Fat and blood are strictly prohibited, and the priests are given specific portions as their permanent share from the offerings.
Psalm 7-8: David pleads for deliverance from false accusations, entrusting himself to God’s just judgment. He proclaims God as righteous and gives thanks for His justice.
Proverbs 22: Wisdom highlights the value of a good name, humility, discipline, and generosity. The chapter warns against anger, bad company, unjust gain, and careless pledges, while commending diligence and integrity.
1 Thessalonians 1: Paul gives thanks for the Thessalonians’ faith, love, and hope, praising their example to other believers. Their bold response to the gospel in the midst of persecution shows their genuine transformation and expectancy of Christ’s return.
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April 3, 2025
Leviticus 6: God provides restitution laws for personal sins involving theft or deceit, emphasizing confession, repayment, and atonement. Instructions for priests cover the continual burnt offering, grain and sin offerings, and the sacredness of all that touches them.
Psalm 5-6: David prays with expectation for God to lead him in righteousness, contrasting the wicked with those who find joy and refuge in the Lord.
Proverbs 21: Wisdom leads to righteousness, justice, and life, while pride, dishonesty, and laziness bring ruin. True victory belongs to the Lord.
Colossians 4: Paul encourages prayer, wise speech, and faithful ministry. He closes with personal greetings and final exhortations to complete the work God has given.
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