Theme of the Day: Jesus Leads Us
The Law was given through Moses. He was a marvelous leader of his people, but he could not take them to the Promised Land. The Law can never get God’s people to the promised land. Grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. Joshua, the successor of Moses, defeated the enemies of the people and led them into the Promised Land. Jesus defeats our enemies and shepherds us as his flock. The gracious Gospel of forgiveness of sins through faith in Jesus is the only way to the promised land of heaven. Jesus leads us all the way there.
Matthew 9:35-10:8
Numbers 27:15-23
1 Corinthians 4:1-7
Psalm 100B
632 – Lord, Open Now My Heart to Hear
897 – Lord Jesus, You Have Come
716 – O Christ, Who Called the Twelve
736 – Lord, You Call Us as Your People
518 – Christ Be My Leader
Prayer of the Day: Almighty, eternal God, in the Word of your apostles and prophets, you have proclaimed to us your saving will. Grant us faith to believe your promises that we may receive eternal salvation; 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. Ask the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest field. Alleluia.