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New Testament Readings, Page 71

A Prayer with Matthew 4:12-25

Jesus proclaimed His Father’s gracious reign, called His apostles to be fishers of men, and brought healing to many. We pray that we would know His life-giving truth, proclaim His mercy to others, and rejoice in His baptismal healing. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, …

A Prayer with Matthew 4:1-11

Jesus Christ was led into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil, yet He overcame those temptations as He trusted His heavenly Father. We pray that He would strengthen our trust in His victory over the devil and lead us to resist temptations that come to us. Source: “Sacred …

A Prayer with Matthew 3

God Almighty sent John the Baptizer to proclaim repentance and prepare the way of the Lord. We pray that He would lead us to live in our Baptism, daily repenting of our sins and rising in Jesus’ cross-won forgiveness. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary found in Lutheran Service Book, …