God builds His household the Church on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone. We pray Him to grant humility to all pastors, that they may proclaim not human wisdom, but only the wisdom of Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Source: “Sacred Meditations …
Paul and Barnabas endured rejection for proclaiming God’s salvation and idol worship of mistaken crowds. We pray God to grant all pastors fitting humility as they proclaim His Gospel and administer His Sacraments and strengthen them in the face of opposition to His truth. Source: “Sacred Meditations Collects” (Daily Lectionary …
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 …
God set apart His servants, Barnabas and Paul, for the work of proclaiming the Word of His truth. We pray Him to …
Our risen Savior and Lord of life restored Peter and sent him and the other apostles to bear witness to His works …
Jesus called His apostles to catch people alive by the net of His Gospel. We pray Him to bless pastors and others …
As Jesus rested from His work of creation on the seventh day, we pray Him to grant us true Sabbath rest through …
In place of the traitor Judas, our Lord chose Matthias to be numbered among the Twelve (see Acts 1:12-26). We pray that …
God our Father sent His Son to do His will and teach His truth. We pray Him to send to His Church …
God sent John the Baptizer, not to be the Christ, but to bear witness to the Christ. We pray that God would …
