THIS WEEK'S TEXT
- Revised Common: Is 42:1-9 · Acts 10:34-43 · Mt 3:13-17
- Roman Catholic: Is 42:1-4, 6-7 · Acts 10:34-38 · Mt 3:13-17
- Episcopal: Is 42:1-9 · Acts 10:34-38 · Mt 3:13-17
- Lutheran: Is 42:1-7 · Acts 10:34-38 · Mt 3:13-17
Seasonal Theme: The Holy Spirit is prominently featured in the Epiphany Season pericopes. The Spirit does not act in isolation but works to create and sustain the spiritual community. Each week we will examine a different aspect of the Spirit's presence in Christian community.
Theme For The Day: God's Favoring Spirit - God's grace and favor, which was made known to Jesus at his baptism is also revealed to us in our baptism.
Suggested Sermon Text: Matthew 3:13-17
COMMENTARY
Lesson 1: Isaiah 42:1-9
The servant people of Israel, themselves oppressed and…
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