Weekly Reading 10/12 to 10/18
Path 1: New Testament and Psalms
In Psalms 11–14, David declares confidence in the Lord when the foundations of society crumble. The righteous find refuge in God’s throne, while the fool denies His rule. These psalms affirm that the Lord tests hearts, upholds justice, and will ultimately restore His people when human strength and wisdom fail.
The Unshaken Throne: Psalm 11 reminds us that though the world may reject God’s rule, His throne remains unmoved. David’s faith points to the eternal stability of God’s reign. When cultures decay and moral order collapses, believers stand firm by trusting in God’s unchanging justice. True refuge is not found in escape or compromise but in confidence that His kingdom endures forever.
Path 2: Old Testament Pentateuch/History
In Leviticus 10–12, holiness is enforced with sobering clarity. Nadab and Abihu offer unauthorized fire and are consumed by the Lord’s presence, teaching that worship must align with His command. The laws of clean and unclean follow, emphasizing purity in daily life and separation from death and defilement. God’s holiness shapes every detail of Israel’s existence.
Reverence in Worship: The judgment of Nadab and Abihu reveals that God’s presence is not casual. Their sin was not that they didn’t worship but presuming that they can approach a holy God on their own terms. True worship is submission to His Word, not self-expression. For the church today, reverence guards us from treating God’s holiness lightly. His nearness is glorious, but only when approached through the obedience and mediation of Christ.
Path 3: Old Testament Wisdom/Prophecy
In Proverbs 24–26, we conclude Solomon’s personal sayings and begin Hezekiah’s royal collection of copied proverbs. Chapter 24 focuses on wisdom in building, justice, and humility, while chapters 25–26 revive Solomon’s earlier themes for a new generation. These proverbs teach discernment in leadership, restraint in speech, and the difference between wisdom and folly.