Bible readings for each day

These short readings are those read, day by day, at community prayer in Taizé. The Bible reference given indicates a slightly longer passage.

2023

Thu, 21 September

St MATTHEW

As he walked, Jesus saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax office, and he said to him, “Follow me”. And he got up and followed him.

Matthew 9:9-13

Fri, 22 September

Paul writes: Christ is our peace. He has made one what was divided. In his own flesh he has broken down the dividing wall of hostility.

Ephesians 2:13-18

Sat, 23 September

We carry the treasure of the light of Christ in earthen vessels so that it may be quite clear that the radiance comes from God, not from us.

2 Corinthians 4:7-12

SUN, 24 September

Turn to God who will forgive freely. For, thus says the Lord, my thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are your ways my ways.

Isaiah 55:6-11

Mon, 25 September

We have been given possession of a kingdom that cannot be shaken. Let us then be thankful and praise God.

Hebrews 12:28

Tue, 26 September

God is my rock and my stronghold, one worthy of praise. I called on the Lord and have been saved.

2 Samuel 22:1-20

Wed, 27 September

John writes: Whoever claims to be in Christ must walk as he did.

1 John 2:1-6

Thu, 28 September

All your commands are trustworthy, O God; help me, for I am persecuted without cause. True to your faithful love, give me life.

Psalms 119:81-88