Day 214 | Habakkuk 1:1–3:19; Zephaniah 1:1–2:7

Today’s reading from Habakkuk and Zephaniah reveals the raw honesty of a prophet wrestling with God’s plan. Habakkuk pleads for justice, only to learn that God will use Babylon—a nation even more wicked than Judah—to bring judgment. Though confused, Habakkuk reaffirms God's goodness and chooses to wait in faith. God responds with a promise: the proud will fall, but the righteous will live by faith. Meanwhile, Zephaniah warns of the coming Day of the Lord, calling people to seek humility before judgment arrives. Through it all, we’re reminded that God is trustworthy, even when we don’t understand His timing or methods.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard; Josiah Gwyn

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Day 213 | 2 Kings 23:1-20; 2 Chronicles 34:29-33; 2 Kings 23:21-28; 2 Chronicles 35:1-19; Nahum 1:1–3:19

In this powerful episode, King Josiah’s radical response to God’s Word takes center stage. After hearing the rediscovered Book of the Law, Josiah tears his clothes in sorrow and launches a sweeping national reform—destroying idols, cleansing the temple, removing pagan practices, and renewing the covenant. His heart is fully devoted to obeying the Lord, and his obedience inspires the people to turn back to God. Though Judah had long been steeped in rebellion, Josiah’s actions shine as a model of true repentance: conviction, action, and lasting transformation. Meanwhile, the warnings in Nahum remind us of God’s justice toward sin and His faithfulness to those who seek Him.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard

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Day 212 | Jeremiah 5:20–6:30; 2 Kings 22:3-20; 2 Chronicles 34:8-28

In Jeremiah 5–6 and 2 Kings 22, we see the deep contrast between God’s people and God’s call. Though the Lord repeatedly calls Israel “my people,” their actions reveal rebellious hearts set against Him. Through Jeremiah, God warns them of judgment, describing their refusal to listen, their disregard for justice, and their stubborn sin. Yet amid the darkness, one young king—Josiah—responds differently. When he hears the lost Book of the Law, he tears his clothes, weeps, and leads his nation in repentance. This episode shows the power of God’s Word to either harden or humble—and reminds us that the choice between resistance and repentance is ours.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Cory O’Hara

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Day 211 | Jeremiah 2:23–5:19

In Jeremiah 2–5, God pleads with His people to return to Him—but they refuse. Through Jeremiah, we hear God’s heartbreak and warning: the people have chosen sin, hardened their hearts, and refused correction. Instead of walking in truth and justice, they invoke God’s name with hypocrisy. Yet even as judgment approaches, God promises not to blot them out completely. This episode highlights the contrast between Israel’s stubborn rebellion and Jesus’ perfect obedience—and reminds us that even when we fall short, God continues to offer hope and a way back through repentance.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Noah Sidhom

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Day 210 | 2 Kings 21:1-9; 2 Chronicles 33:1-9; 2 Kings 21:10-17; 2 Chronicles 33:10-19; 2 Kings 21:18; 2 Chronicles 33:20; 2 Kings 21:19-26; 2 Chronicles 33:21-25; 2 Kings 22:1-2; 2 Chronicles 34:1-7; Jeremiah 1:1–2:22

Today’s reading reveals one of the most astonishing stories of repentance in the Bible. Manasseh, the son of King Hezekiah, became king at just 12 years old—and led Judah into greater evil than the pagan nations God had once driven out. He built idols, desecrated the temple, and even sacrificed his own son. Yet, after ignoring every one of God’s warnings, Manasseh was taken into captivity—where he finally humbled himself and prayed. Remarkably, God listened, forgave him, and restored him to his throne. This episode also introduces the prophet Jeremiah, who was set apart by God before birth. It’s a powerful reminder that no one is too far gone for God’s grace—and that we each have a God-given purpose.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Tanya Franks

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Day 209 | Isaiah 63:15–66:24; 2 Kings 20:20-21; 2 Chronicles 32:32-33

In Isaiah 63–65, Israel cries out in grief, feeling forgotten by God. They mourn their past glory and plead for mercy, asking why God seems silent. But the Lord responds with clarity: “I was ready to be found, but no one was looking.” Despite their rebellion and idolatry, God doesn’t leave them without hope. He declares a coming day of total restoration, when He will create new heavens and a new earth. In this renewed world, sorrow and death will vanish, and Jerusalem will be a place of joy. These final chapters remind us that God's justice is real—but so is His unstoppable promise to redeem and restore all things.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Noah Sidhom

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Day 208 | Isaiah 58:1–63:14

God calls out His people for their hypocrisy—performing religious rituals while ignoring justice, mercy, and compassion. He makes it clear that true worship involves caring for the poor, freeing the oppressed, and honoring others. In contrast to this rebuke, Isaiah 60–61 paints a stunning picture of hope: the coming glory of Jerusalem and the mission of the Lord’s Anointed. Quoting directly from Isaiah 61, Jesus declares in Luke 4 that He is the fulfillment of the prophecy—to bring good news to the poor, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim freedom for captives. These chapters reveal both God’s desire for righteousness and His plan to redeem His people through the Messiah.

Hosts: Tanya Franks, Michael Pritchard

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Day 207 | Isaiah 52:13–57:21

Isaiah 52–57 presents one of the clearest pictures of Jesus in the Old Testament. Through the prophetic words of Isaiah, we see the suffering of the Servant—beaten, rejected, and pierced for our sins. He carries our griefs, bears our punishment, and offers healing in His place. This is the very passage the Ethiopian eunuch was reading in Acts 8 when he asked, “Who is the prophet speaking about?” The answer is Jesus. This episode explores His identity, His sacrifice, and the rest He offers to all who come. From substitution to salvation to Sabbath, every verse reveals the heart of the gospel.

Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Tanya Franks

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Day 206 | Isaiah 48:12–52:12

Isaiah 48–52 reveals both the grief and grace of God. He confronts Israel for their stubbornness, reminding them that their suffering wasn’t His desire—it was the result of their refusal to listen. Still, He promises redemption and declares His authority as the one who called the stars into existence. But at the heart of this passage is a surprising voice: the Servant of the Lord, understood by many to be the pre-incarnate Christ. In Isaiah 50, we hear Him describe His mission—to comfort the weary, to submit to suffering, and to obey the Father no matter the cost. This powerful chapter foreshadows the cross and invites us to respond with the same trust and obedience Christ modeled.

Hosts: Ben Taylor, Noah Sidhom

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Day 205 | Isaiah 44:6–48:11

God draws a sharp contrast between Himself—the eternal Creator—and the man-made idols worshiped by Israel and the surrounding nations. Through Isaiah, the Lord calls out the absurdity of idolatry, reminding His people that He alone made them, redeemed them, and will never forget them. He warns that trusting in anything besides Him leads to ruin, yet also offers mercy: "Return to Me, for I have redeemed you." God even names Cyrus, a pagan king, as His chosen instrument to fulfill His purposes—showing that His sovereignty extends over all nations. This powerful section ends with the promise that one day, every knee will bow and every tongue will confess allegiance to the Lord.

Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks

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