Prayer of the Week

And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.

For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.

For if while we were enemies we were reconciled to God by the death of his Son, much more, now that we are reconciled, shall we be saved by his life.

As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose and followed him.

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

We thank and praise you Holy Spirit, for filling us with faith and courage to tell others about Jesus.

Men of Galilee,” they said, “why do you stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.

but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect

Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious, cornerstone, and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.

“Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread.”

“And I am sure of this, that He who began a good work within you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. ”

“I have seen the Lord.”

“He humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death—even death on a cross.”

“I am the resurrection and the life.”

For I was blind, now I see.

but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.

For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.

“For I was blind, now I see.”

This is my beloved Son… listen to him.

“Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is

The word of the cross is folly to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.

I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting.

Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!

The Lord will keep you from all evil; He will keep your life.

The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.

He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.

I will raise up for David a righteous Branch.

Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you.

He will not forget your work and the love you have shown toward His name.

When you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.

I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in Me, though he die, yet shall he live.

For by grace you have been saved through faith … not a result of works.

If you abide in My word, you are truly My disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love Him.

Merciful Lord, Your steadfast love never ceases, and Your compassions never fail. Forgive my ingratitude, renew my spirit, and forge me in Your mercy so that I cling to You with thankful faith each day. Amen.

Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.

Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your master.

God loves a cheerful giver.

Seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

The earth is the LORD’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.

He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?

Behold, I have set before you an open door, which no one is able to shut.

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God.”

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”

Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.

“One thing have I asked of the Lord… to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to inquire in His temple.

“Little children, let us not love in word or talk but in deed and in truth.

How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!

My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.