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New Testament Readings, Page 43

A Prayer with Acts 13:13-41

Our merciful Father established Paul and Barnabas to proclaim His promises. As Paul encouraged the people by reciting God’s saving deeds in Jesus Christ, we pray Him to grant us encouragement by hearing His Word. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, pages 299-304 or Treasury …

A Prayer with Acts 13:1-12

God set apart His servants, Barnabas and Paul, for the work of proclaiming the Word of His truth. We pray Him to set apart ministers in His Church who will faithfully proclaim His Word that both kills and makes alive. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service …

A Prayer with Acts 12

God, our Father, sent His angel to rescue Peter from Herod’s prison. We pray Him to send His holy angels to protect and defend all who are persecuted and imprisoned for confessing salvation through Christ alone and grant them faithfulness to confess Him. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found …