Daily Bible readings
These short readings are those read, day by day, at community prayer in Taizé. The Bible reference given indicates a slightly longer passage.
2024
SUN, 28 July
After the people saw Jesus feed the crowd, they began to say: “Surely this is the prophet who is to come into the world.” Jesus, realizing that they were about to come and take him by force to make him king, withdrew to the hills again, alone.
John 6:1-15
Mon, 29 July
God did not make death and takes no pleasure in the destruction of the living. God created all things for life.
Wisdom 1:11-15
Tue, 30 July
Looking at his disciples, Jesus said: Happy are you who are poor, the kingdom of God is yours.
Luke 6:20-23
Wed, 31 July
Paul writes: Train yourself to live in godliness: it holds out promise both for the present life and the life to come.
1 Timothy 4:7-16
Thu, 1 August
Jesus said: The words I say to you are not just my own, it is the Father, living in me, who is doing his work.
John 14:1-12
Fri, 2 August
Paul writes: Stand firm in one spirit. You have been granted the privilege, not only of believing in Christ, but of suffering for him as well.
Philippians 1:27-30
Sat, 3 August
When they saw Jesus walking on the water, the disciples were terrified. But at once he spoke to them saying, “Have courage, it’s me. Don’t be afraid.”
Mark 6:45-52
SUN, 4 August
Jesus said: I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
John 6:28-35


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