Lent 1
Deuteronomy 26:1-15, Psalm 91:1-16, Luke 4:1-13, Romans 10:8b-13
Bulletin Aid
by B. David Hostetter

READINGS
Psalter—Psalm 91:1-2, 9-16
First Lesson—After the years of slavery in Egypt and the hardships of the wilderness, the people of Israel are called to celebrate the land of plenty in thanksgiving before God. Deuteronomy 26:1-11
Second Lesson—Paul assures his listeners that, whether they be Jew or Greek, there is one Lord of all. Romans 10:8b-13
Gospel—Jesus, fasting in the wilderness, overcomes the temptations of the Evil One. Luke 4:1-13

CALL TO WORSHIP
Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Hear what God’s Word says: I will save those who love me.
People: When we call on the Eternal One, we are answered. When we are in trouble, God will be with us.

INVOCATION
Listening God, you have been responsive to our petitions, and we c…

Abingdon Press, Prayers for the Seasons of Gods People: Worship Aids for the Revised Common Lectionary, Year C, by B. David Hostetter