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
November 20, 2022
Jeremiah 23:1-6 Coming of the shepherd and righteous Branch who will execute justice Psalm 46 I will be exalted among the nations. (Ps. 46:10) Colossians 1:11-20 Hymn to Christ, firstborn of all creation; peace through his blood Luke 23:33-43 Jesus is crucified between two thieves: you will be with me in Paradise
November 13, 2022
Malachi 4:1-2a A day of blistering heat for the arrogant; a day of healing sun for the righteous Psalm 98 In righteousness will the Lord judge the world. (Ps. 98:9) 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 Do not be idle, but do what is right for the sake of Christ Luke 21:5-19 Jesus speaks of wars, endurance, betrayal, and suffering for his… Read More »
October 30, 2022
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 John 8:31-36 Jesus says, Continue in my word and you will know the truth
October 23, 2022
Luke 18:9-14 9[Jesus] also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt:10“Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other… Read More »
October 16, 2022
Luke 18:1-8 1Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and not to lose heart. 2He said, “In a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor had respect for people. 3In that city there was a widow who kept coming to him and saying, ‘Grant me justice against my… Read More »
October 9, 2022
Luke 17:11-19 11On the way to Jerusalem Jesus was going through the region between Samaria and Galilee. 12As he entered a village, ten lepers approached him. Keeping their distance, 13they called out, saying, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” 14When he saw them, he said to them, “Go and show yourselves to the priests.” And as they went,… Read More »
October 2, 2022
Luke 17:5-10 5The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” 6The Lord replied, “If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you. 7“Who among you would say to your slave who has just come in… Read More »
September 25, 2022
Luke 16:19-31 [Jesus said:] 19“There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. 20And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, 21who longed to satisfy his hunger with what fell from the rich man’s table; even the dogs would come and lick his… Read More »