Adam's Daily Bread
Season 2026
by Adam Wright
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 16:1 - 18:32 Korah, Dathan, Abiram and 250 leaders rebel against Moses and Aaron's authority. God judges the rebels by swallowing some in the earth and sending a plague; Aaron's rod buds to confirm priestly leadership. John 7:53 - 8:30 Jesus forgives a woman caught in adultery after challenging her accusers with their own sin. Jesus declares himself the light of the world and teaches that following him brings freedom from sin.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 19:1 - 20:29 God commands the red heifer ritual for purifying those unclean from touching the dead. Miriam dies; the people complain over lack of water; Moses strikes the rock and is barred from the Promised Land; Aaron dies. John 8:31-59 Jesus teaches that abiding in his word makes true disciples who know the truth that sets them free. He declares his preexistence before Abraham, leading the Jews to attempt to stone him.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 21:1 - 22:41 Israel defeats King Arad, complains again, and is healed by looking at the bronze serpent. Israel conquers Sihon and Og; Balaam is hired by Balak to curse Israel but prepares to speak only God's words. John 9:1-17 Jesus heals a man born blind by making mud and sending him to wash in Siloam. The healed man testifies that Jesus is a prophet amid questioning by neighbors and Pharisees.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 23:1 - 24:25 Balaam delivers oracles blessing Israel instead of cursing them as Balak demands. Balaam prophesies Israel's future victories and a coming star and scepter from Jacob. John 9:18-41 The Pharisees interrogate the healed man's parents and the man himself, then expel him from the synagogue. Jesus reveals himself as the Son of Man to the man, who worships him, while the Pharisees remain spiritually blind.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 25:1 - 26:65 Israel commits idolatry and immorality with Moab; Phinehas zealously stops a plague and receives a covenant of peace. A second census is taken of the new generation after the plague. John 10:1-21 Jesus describes himself as the door of the sheep and the good shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep. He contrasts himself with thieves and hired hands, noting that his sheep hear his voice and follow him.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 27:1 - 28:31 Zelophehad's daughters successfully petition for inheritance rights when a man has no sons, leading God to establish new inheritance laws. God instructs Moses to view the promised land from afar before his death and appoints Joshua as his successor to lead Israel. Luke 10:1-20 Jesus sends out seventy disciples in pairs to prepare towns for his arrival, instructing them to heal the sick and proclaim the kingdom of God. The seventy return rejoicing that demons submit to them in Jesus' name, but he redirects their joy to the fact that their names are written in heaven.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 29:1 - 30:16 Detailed offerings are prescribed for the Feast of Trumpets, Day of Atonement, and Feast of Tabernacles in the seventh month. Laws concerning vows emphasize that promises made to the Lord must be kept, with specific rules for when a woman's vow can be overridden by her father or husband. Luke 10:21-42 Jesus rejoices in the Spirit that God has revealed truth to the humble rather than the wise and declares that no one knows the Father except through the Son. A lawyer learns the parable of the Good Samaritan to define neighborly love, and Jesus teaches Mary and Martha that listening to him is the one necessary thing.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 31:1 - 54 Israel defeats the Midianites in vengeance for their role in leading Israel into idolatry, killing the kings and Balaam while taking captives and spoil. The soldiers and plunder undergo purification, and the booty is divided fairly between the warriors and the congregation with portions given to the Lord and the Levites. Luke 11:1-13 Jesus teaches his disciples the Lord's Prayer and encourages persistent asking, seeking, and knocking, assuring that God gives good gifts, especially the Holy Spirit, to those who ask.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 32:1-42 The tribes of Reuben and Gad request to settle east of the Jordan because the land suits their livestock, angering Moses who fears they will discourage the others. After promising to fight alongside their brothers until the land is conquered, they receive permission to settle in Gilead and build cities for their families and flocks. Luke 11:14-36 Jesus casts out a mute demon and refutes accusations that he does so by Beelzebul, declaring that the kingdom of God has come and warning against a divided house or returning evil spirits. He blesses those who hear and keep God's word, condemns those seeking signs, and teaches that the eye is the lamp of the body, urging full light within.
This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format. Numbers 33:1 - 34:29 Moses records the stages of Israel's journey from Egypt to the plains of Moab, marking key events and locations under God's guidance. God commands the complete driving out of Canaanite inhabitants, the division of the land by lot among the tribes, and appoints leaders to oversee the allocation. Luke 11:37-54 At a Pharisee's meal, Jesus denounces the Pharisees and lawyers for external cleanliness while neglecting justice, love, and mercy inside, and for loading burdens on others while seeking honor. He pronounces woes on them for hypocrisy, like unmarked graves, and for opposing the prophets and key to knowledge, hindering others from entering.