"Prayer-ables" August 16 Readings: Luke 17:11-18:14
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 : Luke 17:11-18:14 In Bible Gateway, we will link to the NIV this year, though you can choose any version you prefer. Background: The die has been cast, and now Jesus is beginning to prepare his disciples for the future. After the healing of the lepers, Jesus begins to teach both about the fact that he was going to leave them and about his second coming, broaching a new topic. The end is drawing near, and the focus of Jesus' ministry is changing. Jesus shares two parables in chapter 18 about prayer and key qualities in successful, acceptable prayer. Daily Devotional: Prayer-ables In Luke 18:1-14, J...