On May 5th, Hunter and Heather delve into 2 Samuel 10, 1 Chronicles 20, and Matthew 22. Discover how Jesus reveals the power of God and invites all to His kingdom, emphasizing that true understanding comes from Him. Embrace this transformative love and power to live a renewed life.
Key Takeaways
- Actively seek to understand Scripture through the lens of Jesus to grasp the fullness of God's love and power.
- Embrace God's empowering love not just as knowledge, but as a transforming force that enables a new quality of life.
- Become an instrument of peace by intentionally sowing love, offering pardon, and spreading hope in your daily interactions.
- Recognize that God's kingdom is an inclusive banquet, welcoming all people into His fold, regardless of their background.
- Pray daily for the wisdom to see God's Word and His power through Jesus, deepening your connection with Him.
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TODAY'S EPISODE:
Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible. On this fifth day of May, join Hunter as we continue our year-long journey through the Scriptures. Today’s episode will guide us through stories of loyalty and conflict in 2 Samuel 10 and 1 Chronicles 20, the assurance of God’s protection and victory in Psalm 20, and the wisdom and parables of Jesus in Matthew 22. Along the way, Hunter will reflect on the importance of understanding the Scriptures through the lens of Jesus—reminding us that God’s love welcomes everyone to His banquet, and inviting us into heartfelt prayers for guidance, peace, and the power to live fully in God's love. Settle in for encouragement, insight, and prayer as we seek to know God’s word and His power more deeply together.
TODAY'S DEVOTION:
They set a trap, but the trap they set sprung on them. The religious leaders came to Jesus with their questions, thinking they could entangle him in his words. But beneath their queries, there was something missing—understanding of the Scriptures and the power of God. Jesus saw through their schemes and told them directly, "Your mistake is that you don't know the Scriptures and you don't know the power of God." That’s the problem: you can know all about the Bible, have it memorized even, but if you’re not seeing it through Jesus, you’re missing the point.
Religion on its own can make us feel pious, can make us experts in what’s written, but it cannot empower us to love—God or others. That power is in Jesus. To know the Scriptures, to know the power of God, is to know him and the power of his resurrection. God doesn’t just offer us knowledge. He gives us the power to live—a new quality of life. We aren’t left to pose or pretend. Instead, God has wrapped us up in his life and love even before we knew it. While we were still sinners, Christ gave himself for us.
Looking at the Bible through the lens of Jesus, we see it plainly: God has acted for the sake of the whole world. You are included. The parable Jesus told makes this so visible—good and bad alike have been welcomed into the banquet of God. That's what we remember every day: that we are loved, not by our doing, not by our goodness, not by trapping God with questions or answers, but simply because of who God is and what he has done for us in Jesus.
Let’s ask God to help us see his Scriptures and his power through the person of Jesus—to know him, his word, and his love. That’s a prayer I have for my own life, for my family, and for each of you. May it be so.
TODAY'S PRAYERS:
Lord God Almighty and everlasting father you have brought us in safety to this new day preserve us with your Mighty power that we might not fall into sin or be overcome by adversity. And in all we do, direct us to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ Our Lord amen.
Oh God you have made of one blood all the peoples of the earth and sent your blessed son to preach peace to those who are far and those who are near. Grant that people everywhere may seek after you, and find you. Bring the nations into your fold, pour out your Spirit on all flesh, and hasten the coming of your kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
And now Lord, make me an instrument of your peace. Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon. Where there is doubt, faith. Where there is despair, hope. Where there is darkness, light. And where there is sadness, Joy. Oh Lord grant that I might not seek to be consoled as to console. To be understood as to understand, to be loved as to love. For it is in the giving that we receive, in the pardoning that we are pardoned, it is in the dying that we are born unto eternal life. Amen
And now as our Lord has taught us we are bold to pray...
Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven, give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our tresspasses as we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not unto temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the Kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Loving God, we give you thanks for restoring us in your image. And nourishing us with spiritual food, now send us forth as forgiven people, healed and renewed, that we may proclaim your love to the world, and continue in the risen life of Christ. Amen.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scripture reading for May 5th on Daily Radio Bible?
The scripture readings for May 5th on the Daily Radio Bible are 2 Samuel 10, 1 Chronicles 20, and Matthew 22.
How does Matthew 22 teach about knowing God's power?
Jesus explains in Matthew 22 that true understanding of Scripture and God stems from knowing His power, not just religious rules or intellectual knowledge.
How can I live a life empowered by God's love?
The Daily Radio Bible encourages receiving God's love as a gift, allowing it to transform you into an instrument of His peace and live a renewed life in Christ.
What are the main themes in 2 Samuel 10 and 1 Chronicles 20?
These passages often explore themes of loyalty and conflict, but importantly, they highlight God's faithfulness and His ultimate provision of victory and protection for His people.
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