Daily Adult Reading for the 3rd Quarter of 2024
CPAD's Daily Sunday School Reading (EBD) for Quarter 3 of 2024 presents a unique opportunity for all Christians seeking to deepen their understanding of scripture.
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10/6/20246 min read
Introduction to Sunday School Daily Reading
CPAD’s daily Sunday School (EBD) reading for the 3rd quarter of 2024 presents a unique opportunity for all Christians seeking to deepen their understanding of the scriptures. From Monday to Saturday, the study addresses a variety of relevant and impactful biblical themes. The proposal is to encourage spiritual growth and provide a meaningful journey of learning and edification in the Christian faith.
01 - Two Important Women in the History of a People
Monday – Mt 1.5-17; Lk 3.32 Ruth: a direct descendant of David
Tuesday – Rt 4.13-15 Ruth bears a son to Boaz, her redeemer
Wednesday – Esther 2.5-7,15 Esther was raised by her cousin, Mordecai
Thursday – Esther 2.16,17 Esther becomes queen: an act of divine providence
Friday – Ruth 1:11-13 Wise women understand their role in the Kingdom of God
Saturday – Es 2.15-17 Women who behave humbly
02 - The Book of Ruth
Second - Ruth 1:1; 4:21-22 The context of the Book of Ruth refers to the judges
Tuesday - Jz 1.7-19 A context of anarchy and infidelity of the Hebrew people
Wednesday - Jdg 2:7-13; 3:5-7 Israel drawn into Canaanite idolatry
Thursday - Ps 103.8; Jl 2.13; Rm 2.4 God's longsuffering and mercy
Friday - Gn 49.10 The scepter will not depart from the tribe of Judah
Saturday - cf. Eph 2:11-16 Boaz and Ruth: the foreshadowing of the breaking down of the dividing wall
03 - Ruth and Naomi: Entwined by Love
Monday - Heb 11.32-34 Drawing strength from weakness, striving and striving
Tuesday - Pv 20.11 When subtle manipulation manifests itself from childhood
Wednesday - Pv 17.17 When a friend sticks closer than a brother
Friday - Titus 2:3-5 The role of older women in guiding younger women
Saturday - Lk 24.1-10; Jn 20.11-18 Women as witnesses in Jesus' ministry
04 - Ruth's Encounter with Boaz
Monday - Gn 38.6-11; Dt 25.5-10 The custom of marriage according to the Law
Tuesday - Mt 5.13-16 The importance of personal testimony in all areas of life
Wednesday - Mark 2:15-17; John 4:3-27 Jesus, the pure man who interacted with everyone
Thursday - Mt 11.19 Humility and meekness as essential Christian virtues
Friday - 2 Cor 9.6; Gal 6.7 The inflexible law of sowing in life
Saturday - Job 14:7-9 When hope springs forth amid life's storms
05 - The Marriage of Ruth and Boaz: The Redemption of the Family
Monday - Gn 2.18; Ec 4.9-12; Hb 13.4 Marriage as a fundamental divine institution
Tuesday - Ps 27.14; Prov 20.21 Waiting for the right time and the outcome of due process
Wednesday - Gn 2.24; Eph 5.25-28; 1 Pe 3.7 Male leadership in the family presupposes attitude, love and honor
Thursday - Ps 128.6 Grandchildren as rewards to grandparents is synonymous with renewal of life
Friday - Ez 16.8 God's commitment to the people of Israel
Saturday - John 3:16; 6 Peter 1:18,19 Jesus Christ our Lord as eternal Redeemer
06 - The Book of Esther
Monday - 2 Tim 3.16,17 The Book of Esther is the written, complete and perfect divine revelation
Tuesday - Jr 25.11; 29.10-14 The context of the Book of Esther goes back to the Babylonian Captivity
Wednesday - Ezra 1:1-3 The context of the Book of Esther goes back to the decree of Cyrus
Thursday- 1 Tim 2.1-4 Instructions for Christians on how to relate to earthly governments
Friday - Es 3.7-13 Everything seemed fine until an order came out against the Jews
Saturday - Es 9.20-28 The institution of the Feast of Purim, the deliverance of the Jews
07 - The Deposition of Queen Vashti and the Rise of Esther
Tuesday - Et 1.9 Queen Vashti also offers a banquet, but restricted to women
Wednesday - Et l.10 -12 Queen Vashti resists the king's order
Thursday - Esther 1.13-15, 20-22 The king takes advice from wise men and dismisses the queen
Friday - Esther 2.1-4 King Ahasuerus decides to choose a new queen
Saturday - Esther 2.16, 17 The chosen queen was the Jewess Esther
08 - Mordecai's Resistance
Monday - Ex 23.7; Prov 17.15 The convenience of proving the accusation so as not to commit
Tuesday - Ps 139.16; Heb 4.13; Rev 20.12 Our works are written before God
Wednesday - Ex 17.8-13 Haman was probably an Amalekite, an enemy people of Israel
Thursday - 1 Sam 15.2,8,33 The term "Ttagagite" is usually attributed to King Agag
Friday - Gn 34.1-31 Biblical episodes tell of family revenge
09 - Haman's Conspiracy Against the Jews
Monday - Eph 6.9; 1 Pe 5.2,3 We must act with serenity in any area of leadership
Tuesday - Es 3.6 Haman plans to destroy the Jews throughout Ahasuerus' kingdom
Wednesday - Gn 6.11-13; 2 Tm 3.1-4 Haman's motivation for violence goes back to ancient times
Thursday - Es 4.3,4 Mourning, fasting, weeping and lamentation in the face of Haman's threat
Friday - Dn 6.10; Eph 6.18; 1 Thess 5.17 The importance of prayer to endure the storms of the world
10 - The Plan of Deliverance and the Role of Esther
Monday - Esther 1:1-5 Esther sends Hathach to ask what is happening with Mordecai
Tuesday - Num 12:3-10; Ex 33:22; Ps 5:11 God's favor in delivering his servants from misfortunes
Wednesday - Esther 4.13 If Esther had not acted, not even she herself would have been spared
Thursday - Esther 4:14 If divine deliverance did not come through Esther, it would come by another means
Friday - 1 Sam 25.18-35; Prov 19.2 Queen Esther acted with the wisdom of other women in the Bible
Saturday - Esther 5.2,3 King Ahasuerus saw Esther and extended his scepter, ready to serve her
11 - The Humiliation of Haman and the Honor of Mordecai
Monday - Es 5.10-14; 6.1 Haman went to sleep with everything planned, while King Ahasuerus lost sleep
Tuesday - Rom 8:28 God was acting powerfully, making everything work together for good
Thursday - 1 Pet 2:17; 1 Thess 5:12,13 Honoring those who are worthy of honor pleases God
Friday - Esth 6:7-9 Hama's "emperor syndrome" reveals the masked egocentrism in human beings
Saturday - Es 6.13 Instead of receiving comfort, Haman receives a terrifying word that leaves him frightened
12 - The Banquet of Esther: Denunciation and Deliverance
Monday - Esther 6:14 Haman is hurriedly taken to the banquet prepared by Esther
Tuesday - Esther 7.2 Queen Esther held a banquet called a "banquet of wine"
Wednesday - Esther 7.4-6 Queen Esther denounces Haman and his entire plan to King Ahasuerus
Thursday - Es 7.7,8 Haman's ruin is inevitably confirmed
Friday - Esther 7:9-10; cf. Prov 20:2 Ahasuerus' physical and verbal reaction seen as the terror of Haman
Saturday - Lk 12.2 Nothing is hidden or concealed from the presence of Almighty God
13 -Esther, the Bearer of Good News
Second - Es 8.7,8 King Ahasuerus' decree could not be revoked
Tuesday - Dn 6.8,15 This is the law of the Medes and Persians that goes back to King Ahasuerus
Wednesday - Es 9.20-28 The establishment of the Feast of Purim, a celebratory feast of deliverance
Thursday - Es 10.3 Mordecai is magnified as the second greatest in the kingdom
Friday - 1 Cor 10.31 Whatever we do must be done for the glory of God
Saturday - Gn 1.27; 2.15-18 God calls men and women to be relevant in the world
Relevant Bible Themes Each Week
The weekly study structure is carefully designed to ensure that each biblical theme chosen is relevant and applicable to the daily life of a Christian. Throughout the quarter, participants will be invited to reflect on biblical passages that deal with morality, faith, love for others, and redemption. These reflections not only clarify the understanding of the scriptures, but also promote the practical application of divine teachings.
The Importance of Discipline in Daily Reading
The discipline of reading Sunday School lessons daily is essential for continued spiritual growth. Committing to daily Bible study helps believers stay connected to God’s Word, developing a deeper relationship with the Creator. In addition, this practice provides moments of prayer and meditation, strengthening faith and preparing the heart for the challenges of everyday life. At the end of each week, participants are expected to not only acquire knowledge but also feel motivated to share what they have learned with others, nurturing a stronger and more united Christian community.
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