Theme:  The Word Brings Not Peace, But Division

Luke 12:49-53
Jeremiah 23:23-29
Hebrews 12:1-13
Psalm 139a

779 — I Sing as I Arise Today
413 — When in the Hour of Utmost Need
443 — Rejoice, My Heart, Be Glad and Sing
457 — Fight the Good Fight
467 — May the Mind of Christ My Savior

Prayer of the Day:  Almighty and merciful God, it is only by your gift of grace that we come into your presence and offer true and faithful service. Grant that our worship on earth may always be pleasing to you, and in the life to come give us the fulfillment of what you have promised; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Verse of the Day:  Alleluia. The Word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Alleluia. (Hebrews 4:12 cf. RSV)