Theme of the Day: Revealed As The One Who Heals And Helps
Martin Luther once said, “Where God built a church, there the devil would also build a chapel.” Satan and the other demons hate God. They demonstrate hatred by hurting those that God loves in any way they can. The epiphany Christ wants us to have is this: demons are real, they are plenteous, and they are dangerous. But Christ would also have us see that he is continually undoing the devil’s work. More, through his Word, Christ Jesus gives us the power to resist the devil and stand firm in the faith.
Mark 1:29-39
Isaiah 40:27-31
1 Peter 5:6-11
Psalm 103
517 – Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
850 – It Is Well with My Soul
907 – How Shall They Hear, Who Have Not Heard
803 – Day by Day
905 – Good News of God Above
Prayer of the Day: Heavenly Father, keep your family continually in true faith, so that those who rely only on the hope of your heavenly grace may be protected by your mighty power; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia. Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles. Alleluia.