Theme of the Day: Christians Answer Doubt with Faith
Wherever faith clings to the promises of God, doubt is always lingering. Doubt asks the serpent’s garden question, “Did God really say?” People doubt God’s care, God’s promises, or God’s providence.
The answer to doubt is not found in loud, dramatic demonstrations. The true answer to doubt is found in the still small voice of our Savior God whispering to us in his Word. Through Word and sacrament, Christ reaches out to us with nail-scarred hands, proof of his great love. Jesus gently says, “Why did you doubt?” Our faith is restored. Christians answer doubt with faith.
Matthew 14:22-33
1 Kings 19:9-18
Romans 8:28-39
Psalm 73B
844 – What God Ordains Is Always Good
847 – Be Still, My Soul
849 – Lord, Take My Hand and Lead Me
611 – Joyously I’ll Praise My Savior
502 – Children of the Heavenly Father
Prayer of the Day: Almighty and most merciful God, preserve us from all harm and danger that we, being ready in both body and soul, may cheerfully accomplish what you want done; 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. Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Alleluia.