Daily Bible Reading–March 2021 God's Word of PrayerShembull

March 1 Introduction Today’s reading is a communal lament occasioned by the Babylonian destruction of Jerusalem in 586 B.C. The psalm includes a plea for God to end the destruction, forgive the sins of the people, and avenge Israel’s enemies. Today’s Scripture Reading Psalm 79 Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 79:9 Help us, O God, and save us; rescue us and forgive our sins for the sake of your own honor. Reflect How is the destruction of Jerusalem described (verses 1-4)? What is being asked of God? What will you ask of God today? Pray Help me, O God, and save me; rescue me and forgive my sins. I come to you in prayer, trusting in your mercy. Today I lift up in prayer ________________. I thank and praise you forever for your steadfast love. Amen. Prayer Concern Victims of war throughout the world Tomorrow’s Reading Psalm 80: A prayer for the nation’s restoration. Each of our readers has a unique story of how they interact with the Bible. We invite you to click on the link below, so we can learn more about you and readers like you. Your participation will help American Bible Society continue to provide high-quality Bible resources for people everywhere and will inform the development of new Bible resources. [ Survey ](https://survey.research.bible/jfe/form/SV_bDi78hWoE38YLE9?PlanNo=15734&PlanName=Decision_Making&Days=7&Q_Language=English&Partner=ABS)