Readings for the Day:
Jeremiah 31:7-14: God promises to bring Israel back to its land from the most remote parts of exile. In Zion Israel will rejoice over God’s gifts of food and livestock. Young women will express their joy in dancing; God will give gladness instead of sorrow.
Ephesians 1:3-14: In Jesus, all of God’s plans and purposes have been made known as heaven and earth are untied in Christ. Through Jesus, we have been chosen as God’s children and have been promised eternal salvation.
John 1:1-18: John begins his gospel with this prologue: a hymn to the Word through whom all things were created. This Word became flesh and brought grace and truth to the world.
‘From Sunday & Seasons, copyright 2025 Augsburg Fortress’
Questions To Ponder:
1— How have you experience God turning your mourning into joy? (Jeremiah 31:7-14)
2—How have you discerned God’s will for you? (Ephesians 1:3-14)
3—How do you testify to the light that God brings into the world? (John 1:1-18)
4—How do these texts speak to you today?
Prayer: O God our redeemer, you created light that we might live, and you illumine our world with your beloved Son. By your Spirit comfort us in all darkness, and turn us toward the light of Jesus. Amen.