Day 172 · June 21

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: 2 KINGS 1:1-2:25
• New Testament: ACTS 13:42-14:7
• Psalm: PSALM 139:1-24
• Proverb: PROVERBS 17:19-21

Old Testament

Ahaziah seeks help from a false god. Elijah is taken up, and Elisha receives his mantle. God’s work continues from one servant to another.

New Testament

Many receive the message while others oppose it. Paul and Barnabas turn toward the Gentiles, and the Word spreads

despite persecution.

Psalm

God knows us completely - our thoughts, paths, words, and hidden places - and we invite Him to search our hearts.

Proverb

Rebellion and pride lead toward ruin; God calls us to a better path.

Discover

Elijah passes the mantle, but Jesus never leaves His throne. He keeps sending witnesses from generation to generation.

Reflect

What am I passing to the next generation about Jesus?

Fellowship

Share one place in today’s reading where you saw Jesus more clearly. Then discuss the reflection question together.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, keep my eyes on You and shape my life by Your Word. Holy Spirit, give me grace to trust, obey, and follow You today. Amen.

Live

Pass one truth about Jesus to someone younger in faith. Lord Jesus, help me not only to know Your Word but to live it. Transform my heart so that my life reflects You more each day.