Readings for the Day:
Acts 16:16-34: Those who had enslaved a girl and used her powers to tell fortunes threw Paul and Silas into jail for ordering the spirit to come out of her and consequently ruining their business. In prison, Paul and Silas bring the good news of the gospel to the jailer and his family.
Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21: The ascended Christ, hidden from our sight, promises to come again. We eagerly pray, ‘Come, Lord Jesus,’ with all who respond to this invitation.
John 17:20-26: Jesus prays that the life of his followers will be characterized by an intimate unity of identity with God. To be so identified with God means also to share in God’s mission: to proclaim the word that will bring others into this same unity.
‘From Sunday & Seasons, copyright 2024 Augsburg Fortress’
Questions To Ponder:
1— Where is God calling you to bring the gospel to? (Acts 16:16-34)
2—What does it mean to you that Jesus is the Alpha and Omega? (Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21)
3—What would it look like for Christians to be one? (John 17:20-26)
4—How do these texts speak to you today?
Prayer: O God, form the minds of your faithful people into your one will. Make us love what you command and desire what you promise, that, amid all the changes of this world, our hearts may be fixed where true joy is found. Amen.