In the gospel lesson, we learn that Jesus faced temptations as we do, but was able to resist them with scriptures. The psalmist recognizes his own sinfulness but reminds himself…
Prayer of Releasing Holy God. We place ourselves in Your presence and rest in the promise of Your Grace. Our minds and our spirits are cluttered with many thoughts and…
The gospel lesson tells of how three disciples had a glimpse of Christ’s glory. They were moved to establish the site as a memorial, but Jesus tells them to speak…
Jesus brought healing to the village of Capernaum, and the disciples expected Him to establish it as a base of operations, but Jesus was concerned about spreading the good news…
The people of Capernaum experienced something new in Jesus. Here was a man who spoke with authority they had not heard-- an authority so great that even unclean spirits obeyed. …
We know from John that Andrew and Peter were already familiar with Jesus and believed him to be the Messiah. So they were ready to respond when Jesus asked them…
God has been calling on people since ancient days. The bible tells us of many who answered the call. Samuel had been dedicated to God’s service since he was born,…
When Jesus was baptized, a voice spoke from heaven proclaiming Jesus to be the son of God, and God’s spirit was present like a dove descending from heaven. Up to…
We remember the magi (gentile adherents of Persian religions) coming to see the Christ, as far as we know the first gentiles to do so. From the beginning, though his…
Simeon and Anna had both received divine revelation about the baby they encountered in the temple. They spread rejoicing to those around them that God had fulfilled in this child…