HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR MAY 4, 2026 – MAY 10, 2026

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR MAY 4, 2026 – MAY 10, 2026:
USEFUL WORK AS CHRISTIAN DUTY:
MONDAY, May 4: God Ordains Productive Work. Genesis 2:4a-10, 15.
TUESDAY, May 5: Commit Your Work to the Lord. Proverbs 16:1-3, 8-9.
WEDNESDAY, May 6: Caring for the Work of God’s Hands. Psalm 8.
THURSDAY, May 7: The Sabbath Is a Perpetual Covenant. Exodus 31:12-17,
FRIDAY, May 8: Working and Healing on the Sabbath. John 5:8-11, 16-17.
SATURDAY, May 9: Supporting Oneself and Others. Acts 20:31-35.
SUNDAY, May 10: Work Quietly and Diligently. 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12.

Useful Work As Christian Duty

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Sunday, May 10, 2026 lesson title “Useful Work As Christian Duty.”, Background Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25; Exodus 20:9; Nehemiah 6:3; John 5:17; 9:4; Acts 20:33-35; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12; Ephesians 4:28. Printed Passages: Genesis 2:18; Exodus 20:9; John 5:17; 9:4; Acts 20:33-35; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12. Devotional Reading: Ecclesiastes 9:.4-10.
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Keep in Mind: “I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35, KJV)
Unifying Lesson Principle: At times, people struggle with idleness. How can we guard against it? Beginning with creation, God ordained work not only as a means of self-support but also as a channel for generosity toward others.
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to 1. Develop a Christian ethic regarding responsibilities in work, school, and home. 2. Recognize God’s presence in everyday circumstances. and 3. Advocate for individuals who, despite working, remain unable to meet their basic needs.

The Higher Loyalty

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Sunday, May 3, 2026 lesson title “The Higher Loyalty.”, Background Scripture: Jonah 1-4. Printed Passages: Jonah 1:1-3; 3:1-5; 4″6-11. Devotional Reading: Revelation 5:1-5.
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Keep in Mind: “Then said the LORD, Thou hast had pity on the gourd, for the which thou hast not laboured, neither madest it grow; which came up in a night, and perished in a night: And should not I spare Nineveh, that great city, wherein are more than sixscore thousand persons that cannot discern between their right hand and their left hand; and also much cattle?” (Jonah 4:10-11, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Apply God’s desire to extend grace to Nineveh as a model for divine grace that transcends national boundaries today. 2. Examine their own willingness to love others in light of God’s mercy. and 3. Commit to extending God’s grace to neighbors across all nations.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 27, 2026 – MAY 3, 2026

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 27, 2026 – MAY 3, 2026:
THE HIGHER LOYALTY:
MONDAY, April 27: Seek the Welfare of the City. Jeremiah 29:3-7.
TUESDAY, April 28: God’s Own People. 1 Peter 2:3-12.
WEDNESDAY, April 29: Pray for Those in Authority. 1 Timothy 2:1-8.
THURSDAY, April 30: God Is Sovereign over the Nations. Psalm 33:10-22.
FRIDAY, May 1: Our Citizenship Is in Heavens. Philippians 3:17-21.
SATURDAY, May 2: A Season of National Repentance. Jonah 3:1-5.
SUNDAY, May 3: God’s Compassion for All. Jonah 4:6-11.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 20, 2026 – APRIL 26, 2026

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 20, 2026 – APRIL 26, 2026:
THE CHRISTIAN HOME IN A MODERN WORLD:
MONDAY, April 20: By Wisdom, a House Is Built. Proverbs 24:1-6.
TUESDAY, April 21: Growing in Divine and Human Favor. Luke 2:40-52.
WEDNESDAY, April 22: Submit to One Another. Ephesians 5:21-33.
THURSDAY, April 23: Choose Whom You Will Serve. Joshua 24:15-21.
FRIDAY, April 24: We Will Serve the Lord. Joshua 24:22-28.
SATURDAY, April 25: An Inseparable Union. Matthew 19:3-9.
SUNDAY, April 26: Teach Your Children God’s Ways. Deuteronomy 6:3-9.

The Christian Home In A Modern World

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Sunday, April 26, 2026 lesson title “The Christian Home In A Modern World.”, Background Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:3-9; Matthew 19:3-9; Luke 2:40-52; 24:28-32; Ephesians 6:1-9; 2 Timothy 1:3-5; 3:14-15. Printed Passages: Deuteronomy 6:3-9; Matthew 19:3-9. Devotional Reading: 2 Samuel 7:25-29.
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Keep in Mind: “And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: 7. And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.” (Deuteronomy 6:6-7, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Evaluate God’s intention for the family as the primary vessel through which faith is nurtured and transmitted. 2. Acknowledge brokenness within family or other significant relationships. and 3. Identify ways in which they can share or pass on faith to the next generation.

The Child In A Christian World

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Sunday, April 19, 2026 lesson title “The Child In A Christian World.”, Background Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6; Mark 9:36-37, 42; 10:13-16; Luke 2:1-20. Printed Passages: Mark 9:36-37, 42; 10:13-16. Devotional Reading: Psalm 8.
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Keep in Mind: “Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein.” (Mark 10:15, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Assess their life goals considering Jesus’ invitation to become “like children.”, 2. Approach God with childlike faith. and 3. Review and, if necessary, revise the church’s mission statement to better protect and serve the community.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 13, 2026 – APRIL 19, 2026

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 13, 2026 – APRIL 19, 2026:
THE CHILD IN A CHRISTIAN WORLD:
MONDAY, April 13: A Heritage from the Lord. Psalm 127.
TUESDAY, April 14: My Child, Be Eager to Learn. Proverbs 2:1-6.
WEDNESDAY, April 15: Do Not Despise the Little Ones. Matthew 18:7-14.
THURSDAY, April 16: Obedience that Is Acceptable before God. Colossians 3:20-25.
FRIDAY, April 17: Praise from the Mouths of Infants. Matthew 21:8-9, 15-17.
SATURDAY, April 18: Recognize the Good Deeds of Children. Proverbs 20:7-12.
SUNDAY, April 19: Let the Little Children Come. Mark 9:33-37; 10:13-16.

Respect For Rightful Authority

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Sunday, April 12, 2026 lesson title “Respect For Rightful Authority.”, Background Scripture: Mark 12:13-17; Romans 13:1-14; 1 Peter 2:13-17. Printed Passages: Mark 12:17; Romans 13:1, 6-8; 1 Peter 2:13-17. Devotional Reading: Proverbs 31:4-9.
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Keep in Mind: “And Jesus answering said unto them, Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are Gods. And they marvelled at him.” (Mark 12:17, KJV)
By the end of this lesson, you will 1. Analyze God’s directive for relating to just governmental authorities. 2. Honor God through intentional prayer for elected leaders. and 3. Thoughtfully engage in civic and public life.

HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 6, 2026 – APRIL 12, 2026

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HOME DAILY BIBLE READINGS FOR APRIL 6, 2026 – APRIL 12, 2026:
RESPECT FOR RIGHTFUL AUTHORITY:
MONDAY, April 6: Safety in Wise and Righteous Counsel. Proverbs 11:3-6, 8-11, 14.
TUESDAY, April 7: Our Ultimate Allegiance Is to God. Acts 5:26-32.
WEDNESDAY, April 8: Godly Leaders Will Give an Account. Hebrews 13:16-20.
THURSDAY, April 9: Just Rulers Fear God. 2 Samuel 23:1-7.
FRIDAY, April 10: The Ways of a Godly King. Deuteronomy 17:14-20.
SATURDAY, April 11: The Things that Belong to God. Mark 12:13-17,
SUNDAY, April 12: Show Honor, Love and Righteousness. 1 Peter 2:13-17.