Adam's Daily Bread

Malachi 1:1–4:6 - Declares God's love for Jacob over Esau; rebukes priests for dishonoring offerings, leading to curses and calls for reverence. - Condemns unfaithfulness in marriage and justice; promises messenger, refining judgment, blessings for tithing, and fiery day separating righteous from wicked. Psalm 150:1–6 - Urges praise to God in His sanctuary and heavens for mighty acts and greatness...

Day 31: from proverbs Proverbs 31 - The words of King Lemuel's mother warn against kings indulging in wine, women, or forgetting justice for the afflicted (verses 1-9). - The virtuous wife is praised as priceless: she is industrious, wise, kind, fears the Lord, and her family blesses her (verses 10-31).

Zechariah 13:1–14:21 - Promises cleansing fountain for sin, end to idols/false prophets, striking of shepherd scattering sheep, refining remnant through fire. - Foretells Jerusalem's siege, Lord's intervention with earthquake and plagues, eternal light, living waters, and all nations worshiping in holy city. Psalm 149:5–9 - Urges saints to rejoice in beds, praise God with mouth and two-edged sword...

Day 30: From Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 30: - Agur expresses humility and questions divine mysteries, affirming God's flawless word and requesting moderation in life to avoid sin. - Lists various groups of wicked people, insatiable things, amazing phenomena, intolerable situations, wise small creatures, and stately beings, warning against stirring strife. Psalm 146: - Calls for lifelong praise o...

Day 29: From Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 29 - Warnings against stubbornness, corrupt leadership, and flattery; righteous rulers bring joy while the wicked oppress the poor. - Discipline and integrity lead to stability; bloodthirsty people hate the blameless, but the upright seek their welfare. Psalm 141 - Prayer for God to guard the speaker's mouth and heart from evil, and to protect from the sna...

Zechariah 10:1–12:14 - God promises rain, idols' futility, and restoration of Judah/Israel from exile, strengthening them like warriors to overcome enemies and rejoice in His salvation. - Enacts shepherd symbolism for rejection and woe on worthless leaders; foretells Jerusalem's siege, divine defense, mourning for the pierced one like a firstborn son. Psalm 149:1–4 - Calls Israel to praise God in...

Day 28: from proverbs and psalms Proverbs 28 - Wicked rulers oppress the poor and hoard unjust gain, but the righteous understand justice and give generously. - Those who forsake the law praise the wicked, while the faithful expose evil and find favor. Psalm 136 - Repeated refrain thanks the Lord for His enduring love shown in creation, deliverance from Egypt, and care for Israel. - God’s steadfas...

Zechariah 7:1–9:17 - God critiques insincere fasting, urging justice, mercy, and kindness; recalls past disobedience causing exile. - Promises Jerusalem's restoration, peace, and joy; foretells victory over enemies and a humble king's arrival. Psalm 148:7–14 - Urges earth's elements, creatures, and people to praise God's exalted name and splendor. - Notes God's strength for Israel, His faithful pe...

Day 27: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 27 - Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring - Better is open rebuke than hidden love; faithful are the wounds of a friend Psalm 131 - My heart is not proud, O Lord; I do not concern myself with great matters - Like a weaned child with its mother, my soul is quieted within me Psalm 132 - The Lord swore an oath to David that hi...

DECEMBER 27 - Zechariah 4:1–6:15 : “Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit”; golden lampstand and two olive trees supply Zerubbabel to finish the temple. - Flying scroll curses thieves and liars; woman in basket (wickedness) carried to Babylon; four chariots patrol earth; Branch crowned as priest-king. - Psalm 148:1–6 : All heaven—angels, sun, moon, stars—praise the Lord who created and fixe...

Day 26: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 26 - Like snow in summer or rain in harvest, so honor is not fitting for a fool - Answer a fool according to his folly, lest he be wise in his own eyes Psalm 126 - When the Lord restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like those who dream - Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy Psalm 127 - Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it...

DECEMBER 26 - Zechariah 1:1–3:10 : Return to God and He returns to you; visions of horses, horns, Joshua cleansed, and the Branch who removes sin in one day. - The Lord will rebuild Jerusalem, choose His people again, and silence accusations against the high priest. - Psalm 147:12–20 : Praise God who strengthens Jerusalem, blesses her children, grants peace, and feeds with finest wheat; His word r...

Day 25: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 25 - Wise kings search out matters and remove the wicked from their presence - Do not reveal another’s secret or boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring Psalm 121 - I lift up my eyes to the hills; my help comes from the Lord who made heaven and earth - The Lord will keep you from all evil; He will preserve your life and your going ou...

DECEMBER 25 - Haggai 1:1–2:23 : God rebukes Judah for neglecting His temple while paneling their own houses; obey and rebuild, then blessing comes. - The Lord stirs Zerubbabel and Joshua; He will shake nations and make Zerubbabel His signet ring of restored favor. - Psalm 147:7–11 : Sing thanks to God who builds Jerusalem, gathers exiles, heals brokenhearted; He delights not in strength but in tho...

Day 24: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 24 - Wisdom and understanding are more valuable than silver or gold; the wise build their house on knowledge. - Do not envy the wicked or rejoice over their downfall, for the Lord will repay evil. Psalm 116 - The psalmist loves the Lord for delivering him from death and distress. - He vows to repay the Lord with thanksgiving and offerings for salvation. Ps...

This December I’m journeying through the Gospel of Luke—one chapter each day—for Advent. With 24 chapters, we’ll land on the resurrection on Christmas Eve as we prepare our hearts for Christmas! December 24 – Luke Chapter 24 He Is Risen! - Empty tomb; Emmaus road—hearts burn as He opens Scripture - Appears to the Eleven, ascends: Christmas Eve meets Resurrection Day!

DECEMBER 24 Zephaniah 1:1–3:20 - Day of the Lord brings total judgment on Judah and nations for idolatry and pride. - Yet God will restore a humble remnant, remove disaster, and rejoice over purified Israel. Psalm 147:1–6 - Praise is fitting; God builds Jerusalem and gathers outcasts. - He heals brokenhearted, knows every star, lifts humble, casts down wicked. Proverbs 30:18–19 - Three things too...

Day 23: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 23 - Warnings against overindulgence, envy, and foolish pursuits - Urges discipline in speech, friendship, and child training Psalm 111 - Praises God's wondrous works and righteous deeds - Celebrates the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom Psalm 112 - Describes the blessings of the righteous who fear the Lord - Contrasts their enduring prosperity w...

DECEMBER 23 - Habakkuk 1:1–3:19 : Habakkuk questions God’s use of wicked Babylon to judge Judah; God replies that Babylon will also fall. - In awe, Habakkuk rejoices in God’s sovereignty and strength, trusting Him even if all else fails. - Psalm 146:1–10 : Praise the Lord lifelong; trust God, not princes—He upholds the oppressed, feeds the hungry, frees prisoners, and reigns forever. - Proverbs 30...

This December I’m journeying through the Gospel of Luke—one chapter each day—for Advent. With 24 chapters, we’ll land on the resurrection on Christmas Eve as we prepare our hearts for Christmas! December 23 – Luke Chapter 23 Crucified and Buried - Crucified between criminals; “Father, forgive them” - “Today you will be with Me in paradise”; “It is finished”

Day 22: from Proverbs and Psalms Proverbs 22 - Wisdom teaches humility, fearing the Lord, and generous living - Rich and poor alike are made by God; diligence brings honor, sloth leads to poverty Psalm 106 - Israel’s history of rebellion against God is recounted - Yet God’s mercy repeatedly saves them despite their sins Psalm 107 - God delivers the needy from various distresses: hunger, captivity,...

DECEMBER 22 - Nahum 1:1–3:19 : God decrees Nineveh’s total destruction for its evil; Judah will find relief and peace. - Slow to anger yet unstoppable, the Lord shatters Assyria’s power; no fortress can stand. - Psalm 145:17–21 : The Lord is righteous and near to all who truly call; He saves lovers of God, destroys the wicked. - Saints praise Him forever; He hears and fulfills the desires of those...

This December I’m journeying through the Gospel of Luke—one chapter each day—for Advent. With 24 chapters, we’ll land on the resurrection on Christmas Eve as we prepare our hearts for Christmas! December 22 – Luke Chapter 22 Betrayal and the Last Supper - Last Supper → Lord’s Supper instituted; Peter’s denial foretold - Gethsemane: “Father, if willing… yet not My will”

DECEMBER 21 Micah 6:1–7:20 - God pleads with Israel: demands justice, mercy, humility—not empty sacrifices. - Though unfaithful, God will forgive, shepherd His people, and crush enemies. Psalm 145:10–16 - All creation praises God; He is faithful, upholds the falling, feeds every living thing. - Lord is righteous, near to all who call, opens His hand to satisfy desires. Proverbs 30:15 - The leech h...

This December I’m journeying through the Gospel of Luke—one chapter each day—for Advent. With 24 chapters, we’ll land on the resurrection on Christmas Eve as we prepare our hearts for Christmas! December 21 – Luke Chapter 21 Signs of the End and the Widow’s Mite - Widow’s two coins > all others - Temple destruction and end-time signs; stay awake