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

Mon, 21 October

My soul longs for you in the night, O God, and deep within me my spirit seeks you.

Isaiah 26:7-9

Tue, 22 October

Through Jesus Christ, our Saviour, God has generously poured out the Holy Spirit on us, so that justified by his grace we may be heirs in hope of eternal life.

Titus 3:4-7

Wed, 23 October

Paul writes: In each person the Holy Spirit manifests its action for the good of all.

1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Thu, 24 October

Peter writes: Seek perseverance, true devotion, mutual kindness and love. If you live with these things, they will bring you to a real knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

2 Peter 1:5-8

Fri, 25 October

God has raised Jesus from the dead to make him Saviour, and through him to change our hearts and grant forgiveness of sins.

Acts 5:17-33

Sat, 26 October

Paul writes: We are hard-pressed on every side, but not crushed; we see no way out, but we never despair. We always carry in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may be revealed there too.

2 Corinthians 4:8-12

SUN, 27 October

Jesus said: In the temple a person prayed saying, “God, be merciful to me a sinner” and I tell you he went home forgiven.

Luke 18:9-14

Mon, 28 October

Jesus said: Whoever listens to my words and puts them into practice is like someone who built their house on rock.

Matthew 7:24-27