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​The Old & New Testament Readings & Devotionals series is a chronological Bible reading plan with related devotionals.

​"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 1

Brief Summary:
OT Volume 1 features Genesis and Job. In “The Old Testament Books Made Simple” (2009) James Smith states, “Genesis stresses that through faith man relates to his Creator. Faith is a fundamental principle of life. Failure in faith is failure in life.” Job provides a perspective on suffering.
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"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 2

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OT Volume 2 features Exodus, Leviticus, and Numbers. In addition to documenting the history of the Israelites, these three books also convey the unfolding of God’s spiritual plan for his people: redemption, sanctification, and perseverance, respectively.
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"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 3

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OT Volume 3 features Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Ruth, and a portion of 1 Samuel. Deuteronomy is a review of Israel’s history and law prior to entering the Promised Land. Joshua, Moses’ successor in the leadership of Israel, describes the challenges and triumphs of possessing the Promised Land. Judges is mainly a historical narrative that leads up to establishment of the monarchy in first Samuel. “The primary purpose of the book of Ruth is to highlight an island of faith and integrity in a sea of corruption.” 
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"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 4

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OT ​Volume 4 features portions of 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles and Psalms. It describes the transition from Israel’s rule by judges to the establishment and expansion of the monarchy. The major characters include the prophets Eli and Samuel, King Saul, and the early years of the future King David.
Coming in January 2022:
​C.M.H. Koenig Books, through IngramSpark

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"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 5

​​​Brief Summary:
OT Volume 5 features portions of 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles and Psalms. The main focus of this volume is King David’s reign. It culminates with his “passing the torch” on to his son Solomon.
Coming in February 2022:
C.M.H. Koenig Books, through IngramSpark

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 6

​​​Brief Summary:
OT Volume 6 features portions or all of 1 & 2 Chronicles, 1 Kings, Song of Songs/Solomon, Proverbs, and Psalms. The primary focus is the reign of King Solomon.
Coming in March 2022:
C.M.H. Koenig Books, through IngramSpark

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 7

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 OT Volume 7 features portions or all of 1 & 2 Kings, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, 2 Chronicles, Psalms, Joel, Jonah, Amos, and Hosea. It begins with the latter years of King Solomon’s reign. After King Solomon’s death, the nation is divided into the kingdoms of Israel in the north and Judah in the south. The volume also includes the exciting tales of Elijah, Elisha, Jonah, Amos and Hosea. 
Coming in April 2022:
C.M.H. Koenig Books, through IngramSpark

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 8

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​​OT Volume 8 features portions or all of 2 Kings, 2 Chronicles, Micah, Isaiah, and Psalms. The invasion and deportation of Israel, the northern kingdom, at the hand of Assyria are depicted in this volume. Micah and Isaiah prophesy coming judgement to Judah, the southern kingdom, along with a call to correct inequity and injustice, and teach the truth that salvation is by grace through faith.

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 9

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OT Volume 9 features portions or all of 2 Kings, 2 Chronicles, Nahum, Zephaniah, Jeremiah, Habakkuk, Lamentations, and Psalms. These writings cover the period leading up to and including the exile of the people of Judah in the southern kingdom. 

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 10

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OT Volume 10 features Ezekiel, Daniel, Obadiah Haggai, Zechariah, and Psalms. These writings cover the period of Israel and Judah’s exile during the reign of Nebuchadnezzar II of Babylon through to King Cyrus of Persia’s reign. King Cyrus decreed that Jews were permitted to return to Jerusalem to restore the temple, and to Judah.

"Old Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 11

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OT Volume 11 features Ezra, Esther, Nehemiah, Malachi, and a Psalm. After King Cyrus of Persia’s decree to allow Israelites to return to Jerusalem, Ezra records the return of a remnant and rebuilding of the temple in Jerusalem. The book of Esther covers part of King Ahasuerus of Persia’s reign, and Queen Esther’s saving of the Jewish people. Nehemiah, in his book, recounts the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s wall. The book of Malachi reminds us of God’s covenant love for his people.

"New Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 1

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NT Volume 1 features the four Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. The primary focus is the life, death, and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.

"New Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 2

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NT Volume 2 features most of Acts, James, Galatians, 1 & 2 Thessalonians, 1 & 2 Corinthians, and Romans. This volume covers the events from Jesus Christ’s ascension into heaven, Pentecost, and through Paul’s third missionary trip.

"New Testament Readings & Devotionals," Volume 3

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NT Volume 3 features a portion of Acts, Philemon, Colossians, Ephesians, Philippians, 1 & 2 Timothy, Titus, 1 & 2 Peter, Hebrews, Jude, 1-3 John, and Revelation. It begins with Paul’s trip to Rome, includes the Apostle John’s exile to the island of Patmos, and closes with John’s vision of the end times.