From Isaiah’s servant to Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan, this week’s lectionary invites the church to see vulnerability as the pivot of salvation, writes Roger Gench.
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What does predestination really mean? Ephesians 1:3–14 invites us to see election as adoption, belonging and God’s choosing love, writes Matthew Rich.
Walter Canter offers a month-by-month prayer for ordinary frustrations, unexpected joys and the sacred reminders.
Teri McDowell Ott invites us to rest in Christ’s tender and healing presence in a weary world. Through Jesus, nothing lies beyond redemption.
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Matthew 2:13-23 reveals the shadow side of Christmas, where Christ enters real-world suffering with God’s promise, presence and hope, writes Philip Gladden.
Entering the new year with more questions than answers? You’re not alone. This prayer by Karie Charlton offers a path toward hope, peace and renewal.
In this prayer, John Wurster repeatedly calls, ‘Come, Lord Jesus,’ inviting Christ’s presence, justice, love and hope into every corner of our lives and the life of the church.
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Presbyterians once resisted Christmas splendor. So what changed? John Wurster digs into Matthew 1:18-25 and the names that reveal who Jesus is.
This Advent prayer by Tracy Davenport guides readers toward forgiveness, peace and holy attentiveness.
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In Matthew 11:2-11, even John the Baptist doubted. Tracey Davenport’s Advent reflection reminds us where to look for Christ’s joy in a weary world.
Whether gratitude comes easily or feels far away, God meets us with love. Explore our new Thanksgiving prayer by Caroline Garcia.
Repentance is more than just confessing our sins; it is a transformative process that restores us to relationship with God and one another, writes Ginna Bairby.
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You are welcome to use this liturgy in your online worship services and distribute it to your congregation.
Advent isn’t just waiting for what’s coming — it’s seeing what’s already holy now. Teri McDowell Ott invites readers to slow down, notice, and stay awake to God’s presence.
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On Reign of Christ Sunday, Luke 23 presses us to confront how empire shapes our theology — and how the church can resist it, writes Jimmy Hoke.
Rapture dates come and go. The gospel’s call endures. Explore Luke 21:5-19 and equip your community for hope-filled witness, write Philip Gladden.
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What if resurrection isn’t only about life after death — but freedom right now? Jeny Carlson reflects.
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