December 3, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 64:1-9 Prayer that God would come with power and compassion Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19 Let your face shine upon us, and we shall be saved. (Ps. 80:7) 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 Gifts of grace sustain those who wait for the end Mark 13:24-37 The sudden coming of the Son of Man
November 12, 2023
Readings and Psalms Amos 5:18-24 Let justice roll down like waters Psalm 70 You are my helper and my deliverer; O Lord, do not tarry. (Ps. 70:5) 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 The promise of the resurrection Matthew 25:1-13 The story of the wise and foolish bridesmaids
November 5, 2023
Readings and Psalm Revelation 7:9-17 The multitudes of heaven worship the Lamb Psalm 34:1-10, 22 Fear the Lord, you saints of the Lord; for those who fear the Lord lack nothing. (Ps. 34:9) 1 John 3:1-3 We are God’s children Matthew 5:1-12 Blessed are the poor in spirit
October 29, 2023
Readings and Psalm Jeremiah 31:31-34 I will write my law in their hearts, says the Lord Psalm 46 The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our stronghold. (Ps. 46:7) Romans 3:19-28 Justified by God’s grace as a gift Matthew 22:34-46 Two great commandments: love for God and neighbor
October 22, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 45:1-7 An earthly ruler as the instrument of God’s will Psalm 96:1-9 [10-13] Ascribe to the Lord honor and power. (Ps. 96:7) 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Thanksgiving for the church at Thessalonica Matthew 22:15-22 A teaching on giving to the emperor and to God
October 15, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 25:1-9 The feast of victory Psalm 23 You prepare a table before me, and my cup is running over. (Ps. 23:5) Philippians 4:1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always Matthew 22:1-14 The parable of the unwelcome guest at the wedding feast
October 8, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 5:1-7 The song of the vineyard Psalm 80:7-15 Look down from heaven, O God; behold and tend this vine. (Ps. 80:14, 15) Philippians 3:4b-14 Nothing surpasses the value of knowing Christ Matthew 21:33-46 The parable of the vineyard owner’s son
October 1, 2023
Readings and Psalm Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 The fairness of God’s way Psalm 25:1-9 Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love. (Ps. 25:6) Philippians 2:1-13 Christ humbled to the point of death on a cross Matthew 21:23-32 A parable of doing God’s will
September 24, 2023
Readings and Psalm Jonah 3:10–4:11 God’s concern for the city of Nineveh Psalm 145:1-8 The Lord is slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. (Ps. 145:8) Philippians 1:21-30 Standing firm in the gospel Matthew 20:1-16 The parable of the vineyard workers
September 17, 2023
Genesis 50:15-21 Joseph reconciles with his brothers Psalm 103:[1-7] 8-13 Lord, you are full of compassion and mercy. (Ps. 103:8) Romans 14:1-12 Accepting diversity in the community of faith Matthew 18:21-35 A parable of forgiveness in the community of faith