This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.

Joshua 22:1 - 24:33

• Eastern tribes return home after fulfilling their duty in conquest and receive Joshua's blessing.
• Joshua renews covenant at Shechem, recounts God's faithfulness, and challenges Israel to serve the Lord alone.

Luke 19:45-48

• Jesus cleanses the temple by driving out merchants and declares it a house of prayer.
• Religious leaders plot against him while people eagerly listen to his daily teaching.

John 12:20-50

• Greeks seek Jesus; he speaks of his impending death as a grain of wheat and calls for belief.
• Many leaders believe but fear Pharisees; Jesus warns of judgment and offers light to believers.