Chronological Reading of the Bible - Day 158 - June 7, 2026

This is part of a year long reading of the Bible chronologically in a harmonized format.Psalms 73:1-28- The psalmist envies the prosperity of the wicked but realizes their ultimate destruction.- He finds refuge in God, who guides him and becomes his eternal portion.Psalms 77:1-20- The psalmist cries out to God in distress, remembering past troubles and questioning divine favor.- He recalls God's mighty deeds in history, especially the exodus, and finds comfort in His power.Matthew 27:3-10- Judas regrets betraying Jesus, returns the silver, and hangs himself in despair.- The chief priests use the money to buy a potter's field for burying foreigners, fulfilling prophecy.Matthew 27:2- The council binds Jesus and leads him away to hand him over to Governor Pilate.- Jesus is delivered into Roman custody for trial.Matthew 27:11-14- Pilate questions Jesus about being king of the Jews; Jesus affirms it briefly.- Jesus remains silent before further accusations, amazing the governor.Mark 15:1-5- The chief priests consult and bind Jesus before handing him to Pilate.- Pilate asks if Jesus is king of the Jews; Jesus answers minimally and stays silent amid charges.