Today’s Reading: Exodus 38; John 17; Proverbs 14; Philippians 1
Exodus 38:21–23
* After the description of the construction of the Tabernacle, led by Bezalel (filled with the Spirit), Exodus gives the official record of the leaders and the materials used.
John 17:20–23
* Chapter 17 is known as the high priestly prayer of Jesus. In his prayer, Jesus prays for himself, for his disciples, and then, wonderfully, for future believers (that’s us).
Proverbs 14:29–34
* Many proverbs show wisdom in terms of being like God (v. 29), honoring God (v. 31), and pleasing God (and so receiving a reward, v. 32).
Philippians 1:9–11
* Paul prays for love to grow in the Philippians. But for love to grow, it must be accompanied with knowledge and discernment. To show love, you must be able to identify what is excellent; otherwise, you may mean to be kind but, instead, do harm.
Clever Remarks 