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.

2019

Tue, 16 July

Paul writes: We should not try to please ourselves, but consider what is good for our neighbours and so build up community.

Romans 15:1-7,13

Wed, 17 July

Paul writes: Now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I shall know just as fully as I myself am known.

1 Corinthians 12:31—13:13

Thu, 18 July

Thus says God who created you: Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name, you are mine.

Isaiah 43:1-4a

Fri, 19 July

Jesus said: Whoever wants to be a follower of mine must renounce themselves and take up their cross and follow me.

Luke 9:18-24

Sat, 20 July

If you want to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for trials. Be sincere of heart and steadfast. Do not be alarmed by adversity, but attach yourself to the Lord and do not leave him.

Sirach 2:1-11

SUN, 21 July

Jesus said to Martha: Martha, Martha, you are worried and upset about many things, and yet few are needed, indeed only one.

Luke 10:38-42

Mon, 22 July

Those who know your name trust in you, O God. For you never forsake those who seek you.

Psalms 9

Tue, 23 July

The Lord says to his people: I remember the faithful love of your youth, when you followed me through the desert.

Jeremiah 2:1-13