We want you to CONNECT with God through His Word, Prayer, & Worship.

Today, call out to Him in prayer. Ask Him to "open your eyes" as you read through the scripture.

As you observe the scripture, we encourage you to take notes.

Notice the emotions, reasons, and context. Make sure to note what God wants you to know or do after reading the scripture.

The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.

- Genesis 1:2

Birth announcements today might include cute photos and vital statistics, but Matthew's announcement of Jesus' birth reads more like a royal proclamation. This wasn't just about a baby being born in Bethlehem - this was the arrival of a king with every right to reign. Matthew carefully traces Jesus' lineage back to two pivotal figures: Abraham and David. Through Abraham, God promised to bless all nations. Through David, God promised an eternal throne. Jesus embodied both promises perfectly. Before He ever preached a sermon, worked a miracle, or called a single disciple, Matthew wanted us to understand that the rightful King had arrived. This genealogy represents a new beginning - not just for Israel, but for all creation. Just as Genesis begins with "the generations of the heavens and the earth," Matthew begins with "the book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ." This signals that something entirely new is starting. God isn't just patching up the old creation; He's launching a new one. The King you've been waiting for has come. Not a political ruler who conquers through force, but a servant King who reigns through love. His kingdom isn't built on power or status, but on grace and redemption. Today, you can choose to live under His loving rule.

Explore & examine the areas of your life that God needs to come under the truth. Take a moment to commit & surrender these areas in prayer.

After, tell and share with others what God is teaching you! Try this:

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Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

-Philippians 4:4

Bible in 3 Years

Most believers have a goal to read the entire Bible, but the goal can seem daunting at first. In this plan, you can read the entire Bible over a 3-year period as you commit to just one or two chapters a day. This plan is located within the YouVersion Bible App, and you can begin at any time.

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