II Samuel 7:20

"Who matters to?" is a question we all must answer at some point. However, the answer lies within another question, so when this world challenges us to answer, God already has an answer waiting.

The Essential 100® Bible Challenge is a simple tool to read through the Big Story of God's Word. The reading plan is based on 50 Old Testament and 50 New Testament passages. Continue with the seventh part "The Rise of Israel." ®Produced by American Bible Society in partnership with Scripture Union, Inc.

Among all the kings of Israel’s history, one stands out from the others, unique in character, purpose, and destiny: Jesus, the Son of God made flesh. Though He looked least like a king from outward appearances, He, more than any other king the world has ever known, fulfilled God’s plan of salvation—and even to this day, He faithfully shepherds God’s people, the symbol of His reign not a throne but a cross.

These devotions come from the lifetime works of bestselling author Brennan Manning, as found in the NIV Ragamuffin Bible. These raw, painfully honest, yet grace-filled readings will help you bask in the knowledge that God not only loves you, he delights in you.