Daily Bible Reading – April 2023 God’s Saving Word: HopeParaugs

April 8

Introduction

Joseph of Arimathea buries Jesus’s body, and Mary Magdalene and the other Mary keep watch at the tomb. Pilate sends soldiers to guard the tomb as well, in order to prevent Jesus’s disciples from stealing his body and claiming he had been raised from death.

Scripture Reading

Matthew 27:57-66

Today’s Key Verse: Matthew 27:59, 60a

So Joseph took it, wrapped it in a new linen sheet, and placed it in his own tomb, which he had just recently dug out of solid rock.

Reflect

Mary Magdalene and others keep vigil at Jesus’s tomb. For many Christians today, it is a time of mourning over the past and hoping for the future. On this day before Easter, reflect on your past year, and consider how you will follow the ways of Jesus as you prepare to celebrate his resurrection.

Pray

Lord Jesus, I await your coming. Renew my spirit and prepare my heart to experience the joy of your resurrection. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Matthew 28:1-20: Jesus is raised to life.