Day 232 | Ezekiel 17:1–19:14
In Ezekiel 17, God uses a riddle about two eagles to reveal how Judah broke its covenant with Babylon by seeking Egypt’s help, defying God’s plan and His name. Yet even in judgment, He promises hope—a future King from David’s line who will bring salvation to all nations. Ezekiel 18 then answers a long-debated question: who bears the guilt for sin? God declares that each person is judged for their own actions, not for the sins of their parents or children, though sin’s effects can echo for generations.
Hosts: Ben Taylor, Michael Pritchard
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Day 231 | Ezekiel 14:1–16:63
God exposes not just the outward rebellion of His people, but the inward idolatry in their hearts. Even if Noah, Daniel, and Job were present, only they would be saved—no one else. The people believed they were secure because of their heritage or religious habits, but their hearts had turned from God. Through vivid and painful images—a burned vine, a faithless wife—God reveals the depth of their sin. But even here, there is hope. If they repent, He will restore. God is still searching for hearts that are loyal to Him, for those who remain steadfast and faithful.
Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks
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Day 230 | Ezekiel 10:1–13:23
Today’s reading marks one of the most heartbreaking moments in Israel’s history: the glory of the Lord departs from the temple. Ezekiel watches as God’s presence moves step by step away from His people—not because God changed, but because they hardened their hearts and filled His house with idols. Yet even in the midst of this judgment, God offers a promise: one day His people will return, and He will give them new hearts—responsive and tender. This is not just a warning; it is also an invitation. God disciplines to restore, and His Spirit still transforms hearts today.
Hosts: Tanya Franks, Ben Taylor
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Day 229 | Ezekiel 5:1–9:11
Today we witness the heartbreaking reason for God's judgment against Jerusalem. Through the prophet Ezekiel, God reveals the sins that have made His own people more wicked than the surrounding nations. God shows Ezekiel in a vision what is happening in the temple itself—idolatry and detestable acts that have driven God's presence away. Though God had sent prophet after prophet, pleading for repentance, the people refused. The judgment they now face is not a failure of God's love—but a result of their rebellion. Still, even in discipline, God remains faithful and just.
Hosts: Ben Taylor, Noah Sidhom
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Day 228 | Ezekiel 3:16–4:17; Jeremiah 27:1–28:17; Jeremiah 51:59-64
Today we see two prophets—Ezekiel and Jeremiah—deliver God's warnings through dramatic and unusual actions. Ezekiel is appointed as a spiritual watchman and commanded to lie on his side for 430 days to represent Israel and Judah’s years of rebellion. He also enacts a siege and rationing to symbolize the coming suffering in Jerusalem. Meanwhile in Jerusalem, Jeremiah wears a wooden yoke to proclaim God’s command that the nations must submit to Babylon. When a false prophet named Hananiah opposes him, God judges him swiftly. These faithful men show us that obedience to God may look strange to the world, but His truth must be proclaimed no matter the cost.
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard
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Day 227 | Jeremiah 37:11–38:28; Ezekiel 1:1–3:15
Today’s episode follows two faithful prophets—Jeremiah, still proclaiming God’s word in besieged Jerusalem, and Ezekiel, newly called to prophesy from exile in Babylon. Jeremiah is persecuted, beaten, and thrown into a cistern for warning Jerusalem of its destruction. Yet even in judgment, God offers mercy: surrender and you will live. Meanwhile, Ezekiel is overwhelmed by a stunning vision of God’s glory. He falls face down in worship, setting the tone for a calling marked by reverence and obedience. Though God's people resist, His messengers remain faithful—and His mercy remains available to any who will turn to Him.
Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Ben Taylor
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Day 226 | Jeremiah 51:15-58; 2 Kings 24:10-17; 2 Chronicles 36:10; 1 Chronicles 3:10-16; 2 Chronicles 36:11-14; Jeremiah 52:1-3a; 2 Kings 24:18-20a; Jeremiah 37:1-10
In today’s reading, God declares judgment against Babylon, the world power He used to discipline His people. Though Babylon seemed unstoppable, God promises its total destruction—its walls leveled, its gods disgraced, and its cities ruined. In contrast to the living Creator, the idols of men are powerless and breathless lies. Meanwhile, Judah continues its downward spiral as King Zedekiah refuses to humble himself, ignoring God’s prophet Jeremiah. Yet even in disobedience, we see God’s mercy as He responds to cries for help. Still, the consequences remain. God is patient, but He always deals with sin.
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard
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Day 225 | Jeremiah 31:15-40, Jeremiah 49:34–51:14
As judgment deepens and captivity spreads across Judah, God offers a word of hope through the prophet Jeremiah. Though Rachel weeps for her lost children and destruction seems final, the Lord promises restoration—first to the land, and then something far greater: a new covenant written not on tablets, but on hearts. This covenant, fulfilled in Jesus Christ, is not based on human obedience but on God’s unshakable grace. In the midst of judgment, God’s faithful plan unfolds with hope, redemption, and a future secured in Christ.
Hosts: Ben Taylor, Noah Sidhom
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Day 224 | Jeremiah 23:33–24:10; Jeremiah 29:1–31:14
God uses a vision of two baskets of figs to illustrate His message to Judah: those taken into exile are the good figs—preserved and protected for restoration—while those left in the land will face judgment. Through Jeremiah, God tells the exiles to settle, build, and even seek the prosperity of Babylon. Despite their hardship, God assures them of His plans for their good. Jeremiah 29:11, often quoted, reminds us that even in our hardest seasons, God remains in control and faithful to bring hope, restoration, and a future.
Hosts: Tanya Franks, Michael Pritchard
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Day 223 | Jeremiah 49:1-33; 2 Kings 24:5-7; 2 Chronicles 36:6-8; 2 Kings 24:8-9; 2 Chronicles 36:9; Jeremiah 22:24–23:32
God confronts the corruption of Judah’s kings and spiritual leaders, declaring judgment on those who scatter His people instead of shepherding them. Yet amid this strong rebuke, God offers hope through a promise: the coming of a righteous King from David’s line—Jesus, the Messiah. As false prophets deceive and the people harden their hearts, God reminds us that His word is powerful—like fire and a hammer—and calls every individual to reflect, repent, and return to Him.
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Tanya Franks
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Day 222 | Jeremiah 16:1–18:23; Jeremiah 35:1-19
God calls attention to the unwavering obedience of the Rekabites—nomadic descendants who faithfully uphold the commands of their ancestor, even generations later. Through them, God delivers a sobering message to Judah, whose repeated disobedience and spiritual neglect stand in stark contrast. This chapter reminds us that God is not after rule-keeping for its own sake, but faithful hearts that listen and obey. Even the simplest command matters when it comes from the Lord.
Hosts: Tanya Franks, Noah Sidhom
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Day 221 | Jeremiah 12:1–15:21
Jeremiah continues warning Judah of the imminent judgment due to their persistent rebellion. Using vivid imagery, God illustrates Judah’s spiritual decay and emphasizes His desire for genuine relationship and obedience. Even as He prepares to discipline His people, God graciously extends mercy, promising restoration to those who truly turn to Him. Jeremiah himself faces personal correction, highlighting that all believers must regularly reflect and realign their hearts and actions toward faithful obedience.
Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks
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Day 220 | Jeremiah 8:4–11:23
Through Jeremiah, God persistently calls Judah to turn back from their destructive path, reminding them that obedience brings blessing, while disobedience leads to judgment. Yet Judah stubbornly ignores God's voice, choosing arrogance and self-reliance instead. Jeremiah emphasizes that true wisdom, power, and riches belong solely to the Lord. Only by knowing and understanding God can anyone find genuine purpose and lasting security, placing trust not in human ability, but in humble obedience to Him.
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard
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Day 219 | Daniel 2:1–3:30; Jeremiah 7:1–8:3
When King Nebuchadnezzar demands the impossible—both the content and interpretation of his troubling dream—none of Babylon's wise men can deliver. Facing certain death, Daniel responds by urgently seeking God’s wisdom. In His faithfulness, God reveals the king’s dream to Daniel, who humbly gives all glory back to Him. Through Daniel’s unwavering trust, we see that true wisdom comes only from God, who sovereignly orchestrates events beyond our understanding to accomplish His purposes.
Hosts: Tanya Franks, Noah Sidhom
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Day 218 | Jeremiah 19:1–20:18; Daniel 1:1-21
Jeremiah warns Jerusalem of impending disaster because of their persistent wickedness and refusal to listen to God. As judgment comes through the Babylonian invasion, Daniel and his friends are swept into captivity. Despite being immersed in Babylonian culture and facing intense pressures to conform, Daniel remains steadfast, experiencing God's favor and wisdom. Through Daniel’s example, we see that even in hardship and exile, God demonstrates His sovereignty, uses difficult circumstances for greater purposes, and faithfully preserves those who honor Him.
Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Tanya Franks
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Day 217 | Jeremiah 25:15-38; Jeremiah 36:1-32; Jeremiah 45:1–46:28
In Jeremiah 36, God tells the prophet to write down every message of warning from the reign of Josiah to the present, hoping His people will repent and receive mercy. Instead, King Jehoiakim hears the scroll read aloud—and burns it, piece by piece. But God’s word cannot be silenced. He commands Jeremiah to rewrite the scroll and adds even more judgment. This episode reveals God’s heart to forgive, His patience toward rebellion, and the unstoppable endurance of His word. Even when leaders reject Him, God’s word stands forever—and it’s still calling people to repentance today.
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Michael Pritchard
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Day 212 | 2 Chronicles 36:1-4; 2 Kings 23:31-37; 2 Chronicles 36:5; Jeremiah 22:1-23; Jeremiah 26:1-24; 2 Kings 24:1-4; Jeremiah 25:1-14
In today’s reading, we witness the unraveling of Judah as King Jehoiakim rejects God’s word through Jeremiah. Despite repeated warnings, Jehoiakim's rebellion leads to personal anguish, a crumbling palace, and national ruin. God declares that Babylon will conquer the land, and His judgment is certain. Meanwhile, Jeremiah—though faithful—is nearly killed for speaking the truth. It’s only the bold intervention of wise elders that saves his life. This episode is a sobering reminder: resisting God leads to ruin, but speaking truth—no matter the cost—can change the course for others. Will we be the ones to stand up and speak out?
Hosts: Noah Sidhom, Cory O'Hara
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Day 215 | Zephaniah 2:8–3:20; 2 Chronicles 35:20-27; 2 Kings 23:29-30; Jeremiah 47:1–48:47
After a reign marked by faithfulness and reform, King Josiah makes one tragic decision—he goes to battle without seeking the Lord. Though warned by Egypt’s King Necho, who was acting under God’s command, Josiah ignores the warning, disguises himself, and is fatally wounded in battle. This sobering moment reminds us that even the most faithful lives require daily dependence on God’s guidance. No matter how strong our past, ignoring God’s voice—even once—can bring painful consequences. We’re called not just to start strong, but to finish in step with the Lord.
Hosts: Michael Pritchard, Noah Sidhom
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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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