DECEMBER 28

Zechariah 7:1–9:17- God critiques insincere fasting, urging justice, mercy, and kindness; recalls past disobedience causing exile.- Promises Jerusalem's restoration, peace, and joy; foretells victory over enemies and a humble king's arrival.Psalm 148:7–14- Urges earth's elements, creatures, and people to praise God's exalted name and splendor.- Notes God's strength for Israel, His faithful people, and ends with praise.Proverbs 30:29–31- Lists three majestic in stride: lion, rooster, and he-goat.- Adds a secure king, emphasizing confident bearing.Revelation 18:1–24- Angel declares Babylon's fall as demonic haunt; kings, merchants mourn lost luxuries and trade.- Heaven calls people to flee plagues, rejoices in judgment for deception and bloodshed.