Day 128 · May 8

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

Eli's sons dishonor God, Samuel learns to hear Him, and Israel treats the Ark like a religious object instead of honoring the

Jesus says those who hear His word and believe have passed from death to life. The Scriptures themselves testify about Him.

God's people repeatedly sin, yet the psalm begins and ends with praise for His steadfast love.

A peaceful heart gives life; oppressing the poor insults their Maker.

Religion without listening becomes empty. Jesus calls us beyond possessing Scripture to coming to Him for life.

Am I reading the Bible to know information, or to hear Jesus and obey Him?

Ask each person to name one truth from Scripture that has changed a real decision.

Lord Jesus, give me ears to hear You and a heart ready to obey. Amen.

Re-read one verse and act on it.