October 18
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Today's Bible Verse

And the LORD appeared unto him the same night, and said, I am the God of Abraham thy father: fear not, for I am with thee, and will bless thee, and multiply thy seed for my servant Abraham's sake. Genesis 26:24
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​Memorize this Verse: (Cover the verse text and using just the first letters of each word try to recite the entire passage.)
24. A T L A U H T S N A S I A T G O A T F F N F I A W T A W B T A M T S F M S A S S

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Today's Bible Reading

October 18
Today's Bible Reading Plan selections can be found below. If you don't have a Bible with you, just click the references to read each passage online:

Old Testament
Jeremiah 49  —  7.5 minutes
Song of Solomon 3  —  3.0 minutes

New Testament
John 6:1-15  —  3.5 minutes
1 Peter 2:18-25  —  2.0 minutes

Total Average Read Time — 16.0 minutes

This reading plan will make it easy and fun for you to read through the entire Bible this year. Here are a few things to keep in mind:

• Although the plan begins with January, you can begin at any time during the year.
• Each month’s readings are based on 25 days worth of readings, which means you get several free days if you ever fall behind. This makes reaching your goal a lot more possible!
• Each day’s readings will include selections from both the Old and New Testament, reinforcing the incredible unity of the Scriptures. Perhaps most important, you will focus daily on the life of Jesus by reading a portion of one of the Gospels every single day of the year.

May God bless you as you open His precious Word each day, and remember to pray for His guidance in your study. It is our desire that you will become increasingly changed into His likeness by beholding the Lord through His Word.

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Today's Meditation - Psalms

Psalm 118:1-7
Because God’s mercy endures forever, and based on His goodness, we can rely upon His protection, His answers, and His blessing. The believer has the confidence that when we call upon the Lord, He answers. The Lord is “on my side” says the psalmist; therefore, “I will not fear: what can man do unto me?” Jesus told us not to fear the one who can kill our body, but rather fear Him Who can cast both body and soul into hell.

1. The reasons to give thanks – verse 1
2. The response that Israel should give – verse 2
3. The response of the priest who led worship – verse 3
4. The response of all the people – verse 4
5. The result of calling upon the Lord – verse 5
6. The realization of the Lord’s protection – verse 6
7. The revenge which the Lord will bring on our enemies – verse 7

Yes, the Lord is good, and His lovingkindness (mercy) endures for ever – it is always there, and you can trust the Lord completely in every matter that causes “distress” or threatens you.
Verse for Meditation: Verse 1 – “O give thanks unto the LORD; for He is good: FOR His mercy endureth for ever.”

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Today's Prayer

“Thank You, Lord, for Your mercy and kindness to me, and that You hear when I call upon You.”

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