Jesus begins his public ministry by calling fishers to leave their nets and follow him. In Jesus the kingdom of God has come near. We who have walked in darkness have seen a great light. We see this light most profoundly in the cross—as God suffers with us and all who are oppressed. Light dawns for us as we gather around the word, the font, and the holy table. We are then sent to share the good news that others may be “caught” in the net of God’s grace and mercy.
Readings:
Isaiah 9:1-4
Psalm 27:1, 4-9
1 Corinthians 1:10-18
Matthew 4:12-23
Prayer:
Lord God, your loving kindness always goes before us and follows after us. Summon us into your light, and direct our steps in the ways of goodness that come through the cross of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
This Weeks Readings
| Monday | Judges 6:11-24 Ephesians 5:6-14 | Psalm 27:7-14 |
| Tuesday | Judges 7:12-22 Philippians 2:12-18 | Psalm 27:7-14 |
| Wednesday | Genesis 49:1-2,8- 13,21-26 Luke 1:67-79 | Psalm 27:7-14 |
| Thursday | Deuteronomy 16:18-20 1 Peter 3:8-12 | Psalm 15 |
| Friday | Deuteronomy 24:17-25:4 1 Timothy 5:17-24 | Psalm 15 |
| Saturday | Micah 3:1-4 John 13:31-35 | Psalm 15 |
