January 22, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 9:1-4 Light shines for those in darkness Psalm 27:1, 4-9 The Lord is my light and my salvation. (Ps. 27:1) 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Appeal for unity in the gospel Matthew 4:12-23 Revelation of Christ as a prophet
January 15, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 49:1-7 The servant brings light to the nations Psalm 40:1-11 I love to do your will, O my God. (Ps. 40:8) 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Paul’s greeting to the church at Corinth John 1:29-42 Revelation of Christ as the Lamb of God
January 8, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 42:1-9 The servant of the Lord brings justice Psalm 29 The voice of the Lord is upon the waters. (Ps. 29:3) Acts 10:34-43 Jesus’ ministry after his baptism Matthew 3:13-17 Revelation of Christ as God’s servant
January 1, 2023
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 63:7-9 Israel saved by God’s own presence Psalm 148 The splendor of the Lord is over earth and heaven. (Ps. 148:13) Hebrews 2:10-18 Christ shares flesh and blood to free humankind Matthew 2:13-23 The slaughter of innocent children
December 25, 2022
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 62:6-12 God comes to restore the people Psalm 97 Light dawns for the righteous, and joy for the honest of heart. (Ps. 97:11) Titus 3:4-7 Saved through water and the Spirit Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20 The birth of the Messiah revealed to shepherds
December 24, 2022
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 9:2-7 Light shines: a child is born for us Psalm 96 Let the heavens rejoice and the earth be glad. (Ps. 96:11) Titus 2:11-14 The grace of God has appeared Luke 2:1-14 [15-20] God with us
December 11, 2022
Readings and Psalms Isaiah 35:1-10 The desert blooms as God’s people return from exile Psalm 146:5-10 The Lord lifts up those who are bowed down. (Ps. 146:8) James 5:7-10 Patience until the coming of the Lord Matthew 11:2-11 The forerunner of Christ
December 4, 2022
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 11:1-10 From David’s line, a ruler bringing justice and peace Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 May the righteous flourish; let there be an abundance of peace. (Ps. 72:7) Romans 15:4-13 Live in harmony, welcoming one another Matthew 3:1-12 A voice cries: Prepare the way of the Lord
November 27, 2022
Readings and Psalm Isaiah 2:1-5 Weapons of war transformed into instruments of peace Psalm 122 I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” (Ps. 122:1) Romans 13:11-14 Salvation is near; time to wake from sleep Matthew 24:36-44 The sudden coming of the Son of Man