Dave Miller's 2025 Bible Reading Challenge

  Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   1 Kings 9, 2 Chronicles 8 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     In today's readings, we see the finishing of the Temple and the rest of Solomon's amazing and extensive building projects. Though David was a man after God's own heart, Solomon was the man who built Israel into a regional powerhouse. He was a man to be reckoned with. Unfortunately, as we will see in future readings, his life would become a model of the proverb that says, "Pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall." Daily Devotional:   ...

  Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   Psalm 134, 146-150 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     Today, we wrap up the book of Psalms, though some Psalms from later times will appear in subsequent readings. There will be no more days in which the Psalms are the primary focus of readings. The last few Psalms are "Hallelujah Psalms," which focus on reasons and methods of praising the Lord. Daily Devotional:   The Lord's Delight What makes God happy? Obviously, God's emotions are not like ours, so a question like that is not easily answered, but the Bible does sp...

  Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   2 Chronicles 6-7, Psalm 136 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     This year, instead of reading from Genesis to Revelation, we will read the Bible as the story flows, as it happened and was written. There are several plans out there and I have worked to combine them into a plan that lets the Bible tell its own story "as it happened."  Remember, the Bible is inspired, but not in the order the books appear in our Bibles.   The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the ...

Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   1 Kings 7-8, 2 Chronicles 4-5 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     The readings today examine the finishing of the Temple and its dedication to the glory of God. Daily Devotional:   The Presence of God Solomon built a magnificent structure. The temple in Jerusalem was among the more impressive buildings of the time, and Solomon was clearly among the most impressive people. His fame spread far and wide. He was rich, powerful, honored; the wisest man on earth. This magnificent temple was his creation. His people did the work. Wh...

  Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   1 Kings 5-6, 2 Chronicles 2-3 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     Today's readings in 1 Kings and 2 Chronicles tell of the building of the Temple by Solomon. Daily Devotional:   Excellence It is an argument that has often been had in choirs and music programs around the country, especially back when "special music" was more a part of worship than it is in many churches today. Many over-evaluate their own musical talents. I have heard many a solo sung in church by folks who should be reluctant to sing anywhere but the s...

  Reading the Bible Chronologically in 2026 This year, we will read the Bible chronologically, as it happened, instead of simply reading from Genesis to Revelation.  The Old Testament is approximately 3/4 of the Bible, but we will give more emphasis to the New Testament, spending half the year in the Old Testament and half in the New.  Bible Readings :   Proverbs 20-24 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer.  Background:     Today's reading encompasses three collections. It concludes the 191 proverbs applying God's wisdom to life situations that began in Proverbs 16:1, then includes two different "Sayings of the Wise," proverbs that come from sources other than Solomon.  Daily Devotional:   The Key to EVERYTHING How is that title for a bit of hyperbole? When you read Proverbs, though, it actually isn't. In fact, the point I will make today is one of the clearest teachings in all of Sc...