Daily Bible Reading - August 2020 God's Life-Giving Word of Forgiveness and MercySampel

August 5 Introduction Today’s reading is from a section of the book of Lamentations that focuses on punishment, repentance, and hope and attests to the LORD’s steadfast mercy. Scripture Reading Lamentations 3:1-24 Today’s Key Verse: Lamentations 3:24 The LORD is all I have, and so in him I put my hope. Reflect Imagine yourself as the author of today’s reading – one who is living in exile after witnessing the devastating destruction of the city and its place of worship. What emotions are being expressed? What are your thoughts as you read these verses? Are any of the verses especially meaningful to you? Do any of the verses offer comfort? What verses speak of hope? Pray Lord God, thank you for your tender mercies that are new and fresh each morning. You assure me with your unfailing love, and in you I place my hope. Amen. Prayer Concern Those who feel hopeless Tomorrow’s Reading Lamentations 3:25-57: A continuation of a communal lament.