Daily Office Devotionals: Recent Episodes
Dean Reggie Kidd
Welcome to the Daily Office Devotions with the Very Rev. Dr. Reggie Kidd, Dean of the Cathedral Church of St. Luke in Orlando, FL. Our devotionals are based on the readings from the daily office. Be Blessed.
What redeems the grit and honesty of this psalm is the fact that it is, after all, a prayer.
Friday • 6/20/2025 •
Friday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; 1 Samuel 3:1–21; Acts 2:37–47; Luke 21:5–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus would rise and take his rightful place as Lord of heaven and earth.
Thursday • 6/19/2025 •
Thursday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 2:27–36; Acts 2:22–36; Luke 20:41–21:4
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This extraordinary display in Jerusalem…depicts and symbolizes the power of the Spirit to unite people of all languages.
Wednesday • 6/18/2025 •
Wednesday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; 1 Samuel 2:12–26; Acts 2:1–21; Luke 20:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Let Caesar have his coins, Jesus asserts… Each one of us bears the image of the ruler of the universe.
Tuesday • 6/17/2025 •
Tuesday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; 1 Samuel 1:21–2:11; Acts 1:15–26; Luke 20:19–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Still, in some…way, our earnest prayers play their own part.
Monday • 6/16/2025 •
Monday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; 1 Samuel 1:1–20; Acts 1:1–14; Luke 20:9–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul challenges them: “Test yourselves”
Friday • 6/13/2025 •
Friday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Ecclesiasticus 45:6–16; 2 Corinthians 12:11–21; Luke 19:41–48
And Saturday’s epistle: 2 Corinthians 13:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Let us now sing the praises of famous men, our ancestors in their generations.”
Thursday • 6/12/2025 •
Thursday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Ecclesiasticus 44:19–45:5; 2 Corinthians 12:1–10; Luke 19:28–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus wants us to play the long game.
Wednesday • 6/11/2025 •
Wednesday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Deuteronomy 31:30–32:14; 2 Corinthians 11:21b–33; Luke 19:11–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Zaccheus exemplifies, simplicity of vision and purity of passion.
Tuesday • 6/10/2025 •
Tuesday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Deuteronomy 30:11–20; 2 Corinthians 11:1–21a; Luke 19:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Who loves us the way Christ loves us?
Monday • 6/9/2025
Monday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Deuteronomy 30:1–10; 2 Corinthians 10:1–18; Luke 18:31–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This is what happens to people who were dead… they are “made alive.”
Friday • 6/6/2025 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Ezekiel 34:17–31; Hebrews 8:1–13; Luke 10:38–42
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“The Parable of the Good Samaritan calls upon us to be strong, bold, and extroverted in our love. ”
Thursday • 6/5/2025 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105; Ezekiel 18:1–4,19–32; Hebrews 7:18–28; Luke 10:25–37
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“They are not separated from God’s watchful and loving presence. ”
Wednesday • 6/4/2025 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Ezekiel 11:14–25; Hebrews 7:1–17; Luke 10:17–24
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
““The rod has blossomed, pride has budded.”
Tuesday • 6/3/2025 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Ezekiel 7:10–15,23b–27; Hebrews 6:13–20; Luke 10:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Ezekiel himself becomes a gift and sacrifice for sins.”
Monday • 6/2/2025 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1–18; Ezekiel 4:1–17; Hebrews 6:1–12; Luke 9:51–62
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Like Ezekiel, may we find the holy scriptures to be ’sweet as honey.’”
Friday • 5/30/2025 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 85; Psalm 86; Ezekiel 1:28–3:3; Hebrews 4:14–5:6; Luke 9:28–36
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“a powerful symbol for every generation of believers who know they are strangers and aliens”
Thursday • 5/29/2025 •
Day of Ascension
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 8; Psalm 47; Ezekiel 1:1–28; Hebrews 2:5–18; Matthew 28:16–20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Oil is a sign of messianic power—it recalls the descent of the dove to anoint Jesus”
Wednesday • 5/28/2025 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Baruch 3:24–37; James 5:13–18; Luke 12:22–31
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“…when all that you have is multiplied, then do not exalt yourself, forgetting the Lord your God.”
Tuesday • 5/27/2025 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Deuteronomy 8:11–20; James 1:16–27; Luke 11:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Tough times call for an inventory of what God provides in our lives.
Monday • 5/26/2025 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Deuteronomy 8:1–10; James 1:1–15; Luke 9:18–27
Comments on James 1:1–15 from DDD 11/12/2020: https://tinyurl.com/p7ez9f76
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Daniel receives a final glimpse into the effects of the future Messiah’s ministry.
Friday • 5/23/2025 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1–18; Daniel 12:1–13; Romans 14:13–23; Luke 8:40–56
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Daniel has learned that in the end, the Lord’s Anointed wins; and in him, so do his people.
Thursday • 5/22/2025 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Daniel 11:36–45; Romans 14:1–12; Luke 8:26–39
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
All this is described beforehand so… the Church will not lose heart, but will persevere with courage, hope, and faithfulness.
Wednesday • 5/21/2025 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Daniel 11:1–35; Romans 13:1–14; Luke 8:16–25
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Above our earthly strife and cares, a heavenly war is being waged.
Tuesday • 5/20/2025 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Daniel 10:1–21; Romans 12:1–21; Luke 8:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Gabriel’s good news: Messiah will bring God’s great Jubilee
Monday • 5/19/2025 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Daniel 9:20–27; Colossians 3:18–4:18; Luke 7:36–50
Comments on Luke 7:36–50 from DDD 10/8/2020: https://tinyurl.com/3ur9bzx9
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It is an inspired and inspiring pattern for prayer: from worship, to confession, to an acknowledgement of God’s justice, to a plea for his mercy.
Friday • 5/16/2025 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Daniel 9:1–19; Colossians 3:1–11; Luke 7:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
To live in hope that is genuine, we need nothing more than what we already have in Christ.
Thursday • 5/15/2025 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Daniel 8:1–27; Colossians 2:8–23; Luke 6:39–49
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…we would receive exactly the Redeemer we so desperately need.
Wednesday • 5/14/2025 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Daniel 7:15–28; Colossians 1:24–2:7; Luke 6:27–38
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
He will finally overthrow the beasts, and grant “possession of the kingdom” to his people.
Tuesday • 5/13/2025 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Daniel 7:1–14; Colossians 1:15–23; Luke 6:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…being under the dual obligation of duty to God and to neighbor (even to an enemy-neighbor).
Monday • 5/12/2025 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Daniel 6:16–28; Colossians 1:1–14; Luke 6:1–11
Comments on Colossians 1:1–14 from DDD 4/28/2020: https://tinyurl.com/babe2yte
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
To move beyond the Bible’s and the ancient church’s Christology is to step into a void.
Friday • 5/9/2025 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1–22; Daniel 6:1–15; 2 John; Luke 5:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“And this is the boldness we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”
Thursday • 5/8/2025 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Daniel 5:13–30; 1 John 5:13–21; Luke 5:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
He sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift to those who believe.
Wednesday • 5/7/2025 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Daniel 5:1–12; 1 John 5:1–12; Luke 4:38–44
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
When he is restored, Nebuchadnezzar says, “I praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, for all his works are truth…”
Tuesday • 5/6/2025 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Daniel 4:28–37; 1 John 4:7–21; Luke 4:31–37
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
But in the end, John keeps it simple for us.
Monday • 5/5/2025 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Daniel 4:19–27; 1 John 3:19–4:6; Luke 4:14–30
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The baptism becomes a sign…and a model of how to find our portion in life in the love of the Father who calls us his children..
Friday • 5/2/2025 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Daniel 3:1–18; 1 John 3:1–10; Luke 3:15–22
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The statue in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream is top-heavy.
Thursday • 5/1/2025 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Daniel 2:31–49; 1 John 2:18–29; Luke 3:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Daniel tells the king, “There is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries…”
Wednesday • 4/30/2025 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Daniel 2:17–30; 1 John 2:12–17; John 17:20–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
The new standard is Jesus’s own love: “the way I have loved you”
Tuesday • 4/29/2025 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Daniel 2:1–16; 1 John 2:1–11; John 17:12–19
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The faith is just so much empty gas without the genuineness of the Incarnation.
Monday • 4/28/2025 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Daniel 1:1–21; 1 John 1:1–10; John 17:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Holy Spirit affirms that we really are God’s own dear children.
Friday • 4/25/2025 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 136; Daniel 12:1–4,13; Acts 4:1–13; John 16:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
To be his friend is to make other people important to you.
Thursday • 4/24/2025 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 146; Psalm 147; Ezekiel 37:1–14; Acts 3:11–26; John 15:12–27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We receive our life from the vine.
Wednesday • 4/23/2025 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Micah 7:7–15; Acts 3:1–10; John 15:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
A divine, shared, mutually deferential life of love.
Tuesday • 4/22/2025 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Isaiah 30:18–21; Acts 2:36–41(42–47); John 14:15–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
He would return as conquering King
Monday • 4/21/2025 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 93; Psalm 98; Jonah 2:1–9; Acts 2:22–32; John 14:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Genesis 22 prepares us for the mystery of Good Friday.
Friday • 4/18/2025 •
Good Friday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Genesis 22:1–14; 1 Peter 2:10–20; John 13:36–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The foot washing becomes a parable of the whole project of incarnation.
Thursday • 4/17/2025 •
Maundy Thursday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Jeremiah 20:7–11; 1 Corinthians 10:14–17; 11:27–32; John 17:1–11(12–26)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In spite of the betrayal, he is confident: “But I will trust in you.”
Wednesday • 4/16/2025 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 55; Jeremiah 17:5–10,14–17; Philippians 4:1–13; John 12:27–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Once lost and alone, we have a destination and companions on the journey.
Tuesday • 4/15/2025 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 6; Psalm 12; Jeremiah 15:10–21; Philippians 3:15–21; John 12:20–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No wonder Jeremiah is called “the weeping prophet”.
Monday • 4/14/2025 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 51:1–18(19–20); Jeremiah 12:1–16; Philippians 3:1-14; John 12:9–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Here is one of the most poignant, tender, and loving scenes in all Scripture.
Friday • 4/11/2025 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Jeremiah 29:1,4–13; Romans 11:13–24; John 12:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Biblical faith is a faith in redemption.
Thursday • 4/10/2025 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Jeremiah 26:1–16; Romans 11:1–12; John 10:19–42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Fierce though he may be in judgment against the false shepherds and the wolves, fiercer still is he in his love for his sheep.
Wednesday • 4/9/2025 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145–176; Jeremiah 25:30–38; Romans 10:14–21; John 10:1–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
He is granted spiritual sight as well as physical sight.
Tuesdayˀ• 4/8/2025 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Jeremiah 25:8–17; Romans 10:1–13; John 9:18–41
More extended thoughts on today’s Romans reading in this post from last summer: on Romans 10:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus, the Light of the World, is turning back the darkness…
Monday • 4/7/2025 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Jeremiah 24:1–10; Romans 9:19–33; John 9:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God will provide in the line of David a “righteous Branch”
Friday • 4/4/2025 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 95; Psalm 102; Jeremiah 23:1–8; Romans 8:28–39; John 6:52–59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God’s Word captured Josiah’s heart.
Thursday • 4/3/2025 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69:1–23(24–30)31–38; Jeremiah 22:13-23; Romans 8:12–27; John 6:41–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Those strong hands that are determined not to give up on us, not to set us aside.
Wednesday • 4/2/2025 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109:1–4(5–19)20–30; Jeremiah 18:1–11; Romans 8:1–11; John 6:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“I do the very thing I hate”… The trick is to stay in the fight.
Tuesday • 4/1/2025 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Jeremiah 17:19–27; Romans 7:13–25; John 6:15–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The law is holy, and the commandment is holy and just and good.
Monday • 3/31/2025 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1–18; Jeremiah 16:10–21; Romans 7:1–12; John 6:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
A break with sin
Friday • 3/28/2025 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Jeremiah 11:1–8,14–20; Romans 6:1–11; John 8:33–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
In Adam, paradise is lost. In Christ, paradise is regained.
Thursday • 3/27/2025 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: (Psalm 83); Psalm 42; Psalm 43; Jeremiah 10:11–24; Romans 5:12–21; John 8:21–32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jeremiah’s tears and Paul’s dancing joy—both are true to the emotional life of followers of Christ
Wednesday • 3/26/2025 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Jeremiah 8:18–9:6; Romans 5:1–11; John 8:12–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…it is through Jesus’s followers that living waters will flow to others.
Tuesday • 3/25/2025 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1–39; Jeremiah 7:21–34; Romans 4:13–25; John 7:37–52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Abraham is thus able to be “father to all who believe”…
Monday • 3/24/2025 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Jeremiah 7:1–15; Romans 4:1–12; John 7:14–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It all culminated in Christ himself becoming the mercy seat…
Friday • 3/21/2025 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69:1–23(24-30)31–38); Jeremiah 5:1–9; Romans 2:25–3:18 (and Saturday’s Romans 3:19–31); John 5:30–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
John’s Gospel is associated with the “eagle,” because of its soaring and majestic perspective on Jesus’s identity.
Thursday • 3/20/2025 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Jeremiah 4:9–10,19–28; Romans 2:12–24; John 5:19–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God’s kindness is personal.
Wednesday • 3/19/2025 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Jeremiah 3:6–18; Romans 1:28–2:11; John 5:1-18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
We’ve declared, in effect, that we want God to leave us alone!
Tuesday • 3/18/2025 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Jeremiah 2:1–13; Romans 1:16–25; John 4:43–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
My food is to do the work of him who sent me.
Monday • 3/17/2025 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Jeremiah 1:11–19; Romans 1:1–15; John 4:27–42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It is in the Psalms, after all, that we also find “prayers and supplications... loud cries and tears.”
Friday • 3/14/2025 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 95; Psalm 40; Deuteronomy 10:12–22; Hebrews 4:11–16 (and Saturday’s Hebrews 5:1–10); John 3:22–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Lent is a season to find our life in Jesus, where restfulness resides.
Thursday • 3/13/2025 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Deuteronomy 9:23—10:5; Hebrews 4:1–10; John 3:16–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Moses prefigures a greater mediator.
Wednesday • 3/12/2025 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Deuteronomy 9:13–21; Hebrews 3:12–19; John 2:23–3:15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Jesus begins the construction project of God’s new and final temple.
Tuesday • 3/11/2025 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Deuteronomy 9:4–12; Hebrews 3:1–11; John 2:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
That simple table in Galilee becomes, for the redeemed Christian imagination, a symbol of the future Wedding Feast of the Lamb.
Monday • 3/10/2025 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Deuteronomy 8:11–20; Hebrews 2:11–18; John 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God came, in person, down to us. He washes away the defilement and deadness of our being with the life-giving waters of baptism…
Friday • 3/7/2025 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Deuteronomy 7:12–16; Titus 2:1–15 (and Saturday’s Titus 3:1–15); John 1:43–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Here, in Jesus, is what it is to be loved and to love. Here, in Jesus, is what it is to live.
Thursday • 3/6/2025 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Deuteronomy 7:6–11; Titus 1:1–16; John 1:29–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Lent is a time to take stock.
Wednesday • 3/5/2025 •
Ash Wednesday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 32; Jonah 3:1–4:11; Hebrews 12:1–14; Luke 18:9–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
John the Baptist’s mission was to point to a greater Epiphany with a greater salvation, a better exodus.
Tuesday • 3/4/2025 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Deuteronomy 6:16–25; Hebrews 2:1–10; John 1:19–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The epistle to the Hebrews is an extraordinary docent for our Lenten journey
Monday • 3/3/2025 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Deuteronomy 6:10–15; Hebrews 1:1–14; John:1–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
His students still teach people how to paint “happy little trees.”
Thursday • 2/27/2025 •
“I’m glad you’re on this team. You make a big difference for us.”
Tuesday • 2/25/2025 •
Not only me, but all my stuff, everything that’s in my wallet — it’s all his.
Tuesday • 2/18/2025 •
Few eyes were dry, and few people could have missed how Jesus had come to meet them.
Monday • 2/17/2025 •
The Scriptures are…the very breath of God.
Friday • 2/14/2025 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Isaiah 61:1–9; 2 Timothy 3:1–17; Mark 10:32–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus’s loving desire was that the man realize the blessings in his life did not come from his riches, but from the gracious giver of all good gifts.
Thursday • 2/13/2025 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Psalm 146; Psalm 147; Isaiah 60:1–17; 2 Timothy 2:14–26; Mark 10:17–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
As Jesus bid the children come to him, he likewise encourages us to come, too.
Wednesday • 2/12/2025 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Isaiah 59:15b–21; 2 Timothy 1:15–2:13; Mark 10:1–16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Paul calls upon Timothy to do his forebears proud.
Tuesday • 2/11/2025 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1–39; Isaiah 59:1–15a; 2 Timothy 1:1–14; Mark 9:42–50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul closes his letter to the Galatians with a flourish.
Monday • 2/10/2025 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Isaiah 58:1–12; Galatians 6:11–18; Mark 9:30–41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Spirit will empower a life that the law can’t.
Friday • 2/7/2025 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Isaiah 61:1–9; 2 Timothy 3:1–17; Mark 10:32–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Come! Buy! It’s free!
Thursday • 2/6/2025 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Isaiah 55:1–13; Galatians 5:1–15; Mark 8:27–9:1
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The blind man…needs a second touch…to see everything clearly.
Wednesday • 2/5/2025 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Isaiah 54:1–10(11–17); Galatians 4:21–31; Mark 8:11–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
With the feeding of the 4,000, he expands the metaphor to being bread for the world.
Tuesday • 2/4/2025 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Isaiah 52:1–12; Galatians 4:12–20; Mark 8:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Eden is being restored.
Monday • 2/3/2025 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Isaiah 51:17–23; Galatians 4:1–11; Mark 7:24–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus’s disciples can’t understand that Jesus is Lord of Creation until they understand that he is Lord of Redemption.
Friday • 1/31/2025 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Isaiah 50:1–11; Galatians 3:15–22; Mark 6:47–56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No one who has entrusted themselves to his care is beyond his concern.
Thursday • 1/30/2025 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Isaiah 49:13–23; Galatians 3:1–14; Mark 6:30–46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Peter has seen for himself Israel’s Messiah beginning to bring salvation to the nations.
Wednesday • 1/29/2025 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Isaiah 49:1–12; Galatians 2:11–21; Mark 6:13–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…when people think they know Jesus too well, they are liable to get him wrong.
Tuesday • 1/28/2025 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Isaiah 48:12–21; Galatians 1:18–2:10; Mark 6:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Do not fear,” he says, “only believe.”
Monday • 1/27/2025 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Isaiah 48:1–11; Galatians 1:1–17; Mark 5:21–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…we can trust the Lord Jesus, Master of “wind and sea”…
Friday • 1/24/2025 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Isaiah 45:18–25; Ephesians 6:1–9; Mark 4:35–41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…like a mustard seed…good worship and right relationships seem like small things
Thursday • 1/23/2025 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Isaiah 45:5–17; Ephesians 5:15–33; Mark 4:21–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Bible is a book of hope.
Wednesday • 1/22/2025 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Isaiah 44:24–45:7; Ephesians 5:1–14; Mark 4:1–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“You become like what you worship…”
Tuesday • 1/21/2025 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Isaiah 44:9–20; Ephesians 4:17–32; Mark 3:19b–35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
My parents…just might have forgotten about me and gone home.
Monday • 1/20/2025 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Isaiah 44:6–8,21–23; Ephesians 4:1–16; Mark 3:7–19a
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We can be confident of this: whatever our circumstances might be…he fights for us.
Friday • 1/17/2025 •
Week of 1 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Isaiah 42:(1–9)10–17; Ephesians 3:1–13; Mark 2:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The…“one like a son of man” has come to the earth to bring back the health and the soundness of being that were lost in the Garden.
Thursday • 1/16/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Isaiah 41:17–29; Ephesians 2:11–22; Mark 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The fulfillment of biblical prophecy often takes surprising form.
Wednesday • 1/15/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Isaiah 41:1–16; Ephesians 2:1–10; Mark 1:29–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“Four-Part Harmony and Feeling” what an apt summary of God’s gift to us of the four voices telling Jesus’ story
Tuesday • 1/14/2025 •
C. S. Lewis would cast his Christ-figure as a lion
Friday • 1/10/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Isaiah 40:25–31; Ephesians 1:15–23; Mark 1:14–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Our lives and destinies are in his benevolent hands.
Thursday • 1/9/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Isaiah 40:12–23; Ephesians 1:1–14; Mark 1:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
What J. R. R. Tolkien said is true: every fairy tale echoes the biblical drama.
Wednesday • 1/8/2025 •
“Baby shoes. For sale. Never used.” It’s hard to imagine so much punch being packed into so few words.
Tuesday • 1/7/2025 •
The magi represent “the nations” being drawn…to…the world’s— King of kings and Lord of lords. Praise be!
Monday • 1/6/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 46; Psalm 97; Isaiah 52:7–10; Revelation 21:22–27; Matthew 12:14–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Moses first encounters the great “I AM”…in the burning bush on Mount Sinai. His feet are on holy ground, and so he must remove his sandals
Friday • 1/3/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 85; Psalm 87; Exodus 3:1–12; Hebrews 11:23–31; John 14:6–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God himself will personally enter the fray against evil and for the good…
Thursday • 1/2/2025 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 117; Psalm 118; Isaiah 59:15–21; Revelation 2:8–17; John 4:46–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
May God grant us the grace to love him first, foremost, and always — all else will follow.
Wednesday • 1/1/2025 •
Happy New Year
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Psalm 114; Isaiah 52:3–6; Revelation 2:1–7; John 2:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In celebrating the Holy Name of Jesus, we also celebrate his naming us anew
Friday • 12/31/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Psalm 148; Genesis 17:1–12a,15–16; Colossians 2:6–12; John 16:23b–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
On this mountain the Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food
Thursday • 12/30/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 20; Psalm 21; Isaiah 25:1–9; Revelation 1:9–20; John 7:53–8:11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
John begins: “In the beginning was the Word”…and…we are put on notice that we are in a rarified atmosphere.
Friday • 12/27/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 92; Exodus 33:18–23; 1 John 1:1–9; John 21:19b–24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Stephen teaches us that above it all, always, is Jesus
Thursday • 12/26/2024 •
Feast of St. Stephen • Year One •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 28; Psalm 30; 2 Chronicles 24:17–22; Acts 6–7
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Wednesday • 12/25/2024 •
Christmas Day
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Isaiah 28:9–29; Revelation 21:9–21; Luke 1:26–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
In Christian art, the Gospel of Luke…is represented by the “bull”…because Luke begins his narrative in the temple, the place of sacrifice.
Tuesday • 12/24/2024 •
Advent 4 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 66; Isaiah 11:1o–16; Revelation 20:11–21:8; Luke 1:5–25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
His good news turns enemies into friends… “The wolf shall live with the lamb…”
Monday • 12/23/2024 •
Advent 4 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Isaiah 11:1–9; Revelation 20:1–10; John 5:30–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus urges a faith that boldly takes hold of God’s kingdom promises
Friday • 12/20/2024 •
Advent 3 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Isaiah 10:5–19 (and 10:20–27, from Saturday’s readings); 2 Peter 2:17–22 (and Jude 17–25, from Saturday’s readings); Matthew 11:2–15.
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Alas, we give ourselves a “God-amnesia.”
Thursday • 12/19/2024 •
Advent 3 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Isaiah 9:18–10:4; 2 Peter 2:10b–16; Matthew 3:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Stay true, says Peter, to the biblical story line
Wednesday • 12/18/2024 •
Advent 3 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Isaiah 9:8–17; 2 Peter 2:1–10a; Mark 1:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…and we have the same advocate that Peter had
Tuesday • 12/17/2024 •
Advent 3 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Isaiah 9:1–7; 1 Peter 1:12–21; Luke 22:54–69
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Christ who once walked in “Galilee of the nations” now lives within us
Monday • 12/16/2024 •
Advent 3 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Isaiah 8:16–9:1; 2 Peter 1:1–11; Luke 22:39–53
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…this is our privilege too: to find in the least significant of things signs of the greatness and wonder of God.
Friday • 12/13/2024 •
Advent 2 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Isaiah 7:10–25; 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5; Luke 22:14–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Resting in the sure and certain hope of the victory of Christ, be blessed this day!
Thursday • 12/12/2024 •
Advent 2 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Isaiah 7:1–9; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12; Luke 22:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
All that is left is the sinner’s need for mercy, and Mercy’s readiness to give it…
Wednesday • 12/11/2024 •
Advent 2 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Isaiah 6:1–13; 2 Thessalonians 1:1–12; John 7:53–8:11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
The Word of God centers us in the one true story (“What was lost, is now found”)…
Tuesday • 12/10/2024 •
Advent 2 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Isaiah 5:13–17,24–25; 1 Thessalonians 5:12–28; Luke 21:29–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Over all the vicissitudes of our lives, over all the madness of earth’s history—over it all—Jesus reigns
Monday • 12/9/2024 •
Advent 2 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Isaiah 5:8–12,18–23; 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11; Luke 21:20–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
"…our job…during Advent, especially…is becoming more of what we already are.."
Friday • 12/6/2024 •
Advent 1 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Isaiah 3:8–15; 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12; Luke 20:41–21:4
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
If that’s all there is my friends, then let’s keep dancing…
Thursday • 12/5/2024 •
Advent 1 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Isaiah 2:12–22; 1 Thessalonians 3:1–13; Luke 20:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus does carry forth Isaiah’s vision of an era of peace—but on God’s terms, not ours
Wednesday • 12/4/2024 •
Advent 1 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Isaiah 2:1–11; 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20; Luke 20:19–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
God draws near that he may dwell with us and beautify us—and through us, the world he will one day make new.
Tuesday • 12/3/2024 •
Advent 1 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Isaiah 1:21–31; 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12; Luke 20:9–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Over the course of this next year, may we find true delight in God’s Word, planting ourselves beside its “streams of water”
Monday • 12/2/2024 •
Advent 1 Year 1
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Isaiah 1:10–20; 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10; Luke 20:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“No matter what turbulence or uncertainty we may be facing right now, Jesus is King!”
Friday • 11/29/2024 •
Proper 29 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Zechariah 14:1-11; Romans 15:7-13; Luke 19:28-40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Jesus exercises his headship…for the sake of and in the interest of the church…”
Thursday • 11/28/2024 •
Proper 29 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Zechariah 13:1-9; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 19:11-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“In Christ”…we have been lovingly chosen…
Wednesday • 11/27/2024 •
Proper 29 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Zechariah 12:1-10; Ephesians 1:3-14; Luke 19:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“There’s no sphere of life that is unworthy of the believer’s interest and engagement…”
Tuesday • 11/26/2024 •
Proper 29 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Zechariah 11:4-17; 1 Corinthians 3:10-23; Luke 18:31-43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Zechariah’s visions are a profound preparation for the hope of Advent, and for the promise they bear of the kingdom of our God and of his Christ.”
Monday • 11/25/2024 •
Proper 29 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Zechariah 10:1-12; Galatians 6:1-10; Luke 18:15-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“It is a good time for redemptive self-inventory, so that Christ may be born anew in our hearts.”
Friday • 11/22/2024 •
Proper 28 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Malachi 3:1-12; James 5:7-12; Luke 18:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Have we not all one father? Has not one God created us?”
Thursday • 11/21/2024 •
Proper 28 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Malachi 2:1-16; James 4:13–5:6; Luke 17:20-37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“…we need hearts to be persuaded to live more justly.”
Wednesday • 11/20/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Malachi 1:1,6-14; James 3:13–4:12; Luke 17:11-19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“We can see others through the lens of God’s good intentions for them…”
Tuesday • 11/19/2024 •
Proper 28 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Habakkuk 3:1-18; James 3:1-12; Luke 17:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“…a person holding fast to faith in the God of deliverance, while suffering…makes the most elegant, eloquent, and compelling statement of faith possible…”
Monday • 11/18/2024 •
Proper 28 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; Habakkuk 2:1-4,9-20; James 2:14-26; Luke 16:19-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“According to James, we are part of the vanguard…of a new humanity.”
Friday • 11/15/2024 •
Proper 27 Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Joel 2:28–3:8; James 1:16-27; Luke 16:1-9
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Envy always thinks that sharing means losing.”
Thursday • 11/14/2024 •
Proper 27
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Joel 2:21-27; James 1:1-15; Luke 15:1-2,11-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“But thou art the same Lord whose property is always to have mercy…”
Wednesday • 11/13/2024 •
Proper 27
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97-120; Joel 2:12-19; Revelation 19:11-21; Luke 15:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“…it is said with good reason that the lives of believers, framed to holiness and righteousness, are pleasing to him.”
Tuesday • 11/12/2024 •
Proper 27
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Joel 1:15–2:11; Revelation 19:1-10; Luke 14:25-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Eventually, all will be set to rights…”
Monday • 11/11/2024 •
Proper 27
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Joel 1:1-13; Revelation 18:15-24; Luke 14:12-24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“This ‘best song’ teaches us to guard all relationships – and especially those of intimacy…to cherish them, preserve them, and to be wholeheartedly and unreservedly given to them.”
Friday • 11/8/2024 •
Proper 26
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Song of Songs 8:8-14; Revelation 17:1-18; Luke 13:31-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“There is, therefore, a place where love proved strong as Death: the Cross and Empty Tomb of Jesus Christ…”
Thursday • 11/7/2024 •
Proper 26
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Song of Songs 8:6-7; Revelation 16:12-21; Luke 13:18-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“…in seeking and serving Christ in all persons—we find that we bear fruit for God” (Romans 7:3-4).
Wednesday • 11/6/2024 •
Proper 26
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Song of Songs 8:1-5; Revelation 16:1-11; Luke 13:10-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“…the church confesses that she belongs to her Beloved, and she rejoices that her Beloved’s desire is for her.”
Tuesday • 11/5/2024 •
Proper 26
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Song of Songs 7:1-13; Revelation 14:14–5:8; Luke 13:1-9
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“May you and I … Surrender to him all of our love, all of our desire, and all of our commitment.”
Monday • 11/4/2024 •
Proper 26
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Song of Songs 6:1-13; Revelation 14:1-13; Luke 12:49-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
He’s the Chief among ten thousand, and the fairest of the fair; I shall see Him in His beauty, and His image I shall bear.
Friday • 11/1/2024 •
Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Song of Songs 5:9-16; Revelation 13:1-10 (and Saturday’s Revelation 13:11-18); Luke 12:13-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Here, Michael the archangel fights the dragon who has been threatening the queen of heaven and her royal son.
Thursday • 10/31/2024 •
Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Song of Songs 5:2-8; Revelation 12:7-17; Luke 11:53–12:12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Our singer finds in his bride a rediscovered Eden.
Wednesday • 10/30/2024 •
Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Song of Songs 4:9–5:1; Revelation 12:1-6; Luke 11:37-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The groom is the eternal Messiah.
Tuesday • 10/29/2024 •
Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Psalm 98; Song of Songs 4:1-8; Revelation 11:14-19; Luke 11:27-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It’s important to keep in mind that Revelation’s story line is leading up to a wedding day.
Monday 10/28/2024 •
Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Song of Songs 3:6-11; Revelation 11:1-14; Luke 11:14-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“The Song of Songs meets us in whatever state of need for love our life finds us.”
Friday • 10/25/2024 •
Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Song of Songs 3:1-5; Revelation 9:1-13 (and Saturday’s Revelation 10:1-11); Luke 10:38-42 (and Saturday’s Luke 11:1-11)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Biblical faith stubbornly inhabits an enchanted universe.”
Thursday • 10/24/2024 •
Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Song of Songs 2:8-17; Revelation 9:1-12; Luke 10:25-37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
There is perhaps no better juxtaposition of love’s “already” and love’s “not yet” than in the pairing of today’s Gospel reading with today’s reading from Revelation.
Wednesday • 10/23/2024 •
Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Song of Songs 2:1-7; Revelation 8:1-13; Luke 10:17-24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“…there’s something about the Lord’s love for his people that is beyond rational calculation and covenantal obligation.”
Tuesday • 10/22/2024 •
Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Song of Songs 1:9-17; Revelation 7:9-17; Luke 10:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth! For your love is better than wine!” Song of Songs 1:2
Monday • 10/21/2024 •
Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Song of Songs 1:1-7; Revelation 7:1-8; Luke 9:51-62
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Song of Songs teaches us to sing, amid everything that is wrong in the world: “I’m my Beloved’s and he is mine. His banner over me is love” (Song of Songs 2:4).
Friday • 10/18/2024 •
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Song of Songs (overview); Acts 28:1-16; Luke 9:28-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
May Jonah, through his hard-earned lessons, teach us that God is both absolutely trustworthy and consummately beautiful.
Thursday • 10/17/2024 •
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Jonah 3:1-10; 4:1-11; Acts 27:27-44; Luke 9:18-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The fish whose belly should have been the end of Jonah becomes instead the end of an old Jonah and the beginning of a new Jonah.
Wednesday • 10/16/2024 •
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1-24; Jonah 1:17-2:10; Acts 27:9-26; Luke 9:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Intriguing comparisons in today’s readings: Two servants of the Word of God make westward sea journeys.
Tuesday • 10/15/2024 •
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Jonah 1;1-17; Acts 26:24-27:8; Luke 8:40-56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God will one day cause his people to live “in the midst of a garden land.”
Monday • 10/14/2024 •
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Micah 7:1-7(8-20); Acts 26:1-23; Luke 8:26-39
Adding Sunday’s OT Scripture: Micah 6:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The woman is unnamed, making it easier, I think, for us to put ourselves in her place.
Thursday • 10/10/2024 •
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Micah 3:1-8; Acts 24:1-23; Luke 7:36-50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The woman is unnamed, making it easier, I think, for us to put ourselves in her place.
Thursday • 10/10/2024 •
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Micah 3:1-8; Acts 24:1-23; Luke 7:36-50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The sobriety of John the Baptist’s ministry is that his job was to issue a call to repentance.
Wednesday • 10/9/2024 •
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Micah 2:1-13; Acts 23:23-35; Luke 7:18-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
We see in Jesus not just empathy in our sorrows, but power to transform them: he can defeat death itself.
Tuesday • 10/8/2024 •
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Micah 1:1-9; Acts 23:12-24; Luke 7:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Hosea offers a simile for Yahweh and his people: “I am like an evergreen cypress; from me comes your fruit” (Hosea 14:8 RSV).
Monday • 10/7/2024 •
Monday of Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Hosea 14:1-9; Acts 22:30–23:11; Luke 6:39-49
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
To all appearances, the “good life” consists in having money to burn. Jesus says otherwise.
Friday • 10/4/2024 •
Friday of Proper 21
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Hosea 10:1-15; Acts 21:37–22:16; Luke 6:12-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Healing on the sabbath, Jesus embodies the principle that the sabbath is a gift for restoration and healing.
Thursday • 10/3/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 21
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Hosea 5:8–6:6; Acts 21:27-36; Luke 6:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul will later write that Christ is Groom to the Church as the Church is Bride to Christ.
Wednesday • 10/2/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 21
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; Hosea 4:11-19; Acts 21:15-26; Luke 5:27-39
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels is a time to praise God for the heavenly powers he uses to defend and protect his people.
Tuesday • 10/1/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 21
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Hosea 4:1-10; Acts 21:1-14; Luke 5:12-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
You never know when he’s going to say, “Let down your nets for a catch.”
Monday • 9/30/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Hosea 2:14-23; Acts 20:18-38; Luke 5:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul means that love flows from a faith that doesn’t carry an array of masks that it can change to fit the character it is playing.
Friday • 9/27/2024 •
You find yourself contending against a spirit of Lone Ranger spiritualism.
Thursday • 9/26/2024 •
In the public square we are “to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show every courtesy to everyone.”
Monday • 9/23/2024 •
Growing up, I had a temper problem. But eventually I came to see that when I lost control, I was, well, out of control.
Friday • 9/20/2024 •
Worship-tainment that is all sizzle-and-no-steak is not “good religion” either.
Thursday • 9/19/2024 •
Prometheus showed too much philanthropia, too much affection, for the likes of you and me.
Wednesday • 9/18/2024 •
“…mounting a cool motorcycle and racing off…in the wrong direction…right over a cliff.”
Monday • 9/16/2024 •
Even if his thoughts have been confused, he has known to Whom to go with his confusion.
Friday • 9/13/2024 •
Friday of Proper 18
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Acts 15:12-21; John 11:30-44
Job 42 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Do we trust that he will always be “on time” for us? I hope we all do.
Thursday • 9/12/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 18
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Acts 15:1-11; John 11:17-29
Job 41 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
What’s remarkable about Job is how much faith he exercises.
Wednesday • 9/11/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 18
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Acts 14:19-28; John 11:1-16
Job 40 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Because of their miracles, Paul and Barnabas are misidentified as Zeus and Mercury. They point to the wonders of creation to teach the reality of the living God.
Tuesday • 9/10/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 18
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Acts 14:1-18; John 10:31-42
Job 39 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
When Yahweh finally does speak, we learn that what Job has needed all along is not answers, but the Answerer.
Monday • 9/9/2024 •
Monday of Proper 18
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Acts 13:44-52; John 10:19-30
Old Testament: Job 38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
All he knows is, “I once was blind, but now I see.” He’s become an apologist and evangelist.
Friday • 9/6/2024 •
Friday of Proper 17
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Job 19:1-7,14-27 (per BCP) or Job 19:1-27; Acts 13:13-25; John 9:18-41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
On the relationship between Old & New Testaments: “The new is in the old concealed; the old is in the new revealed.” - Augustine of Hippo
Thursday • 9/5/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 17
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Job 16:16-22; 17:1,13-16 (per BCP) or Job 16,17; Acts 13:1-12; John 9:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Agrippa’s self-idolatrous pretensions result in his becoming worm food.
Wednesday • 9/4/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 17
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Job 12:1; 14:1-22; Acts 12:18-25; John 8:47-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Peter is freed from jail by an angelic visitation.
Tuesday • 9/3/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 17
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Job 12:1, 13:3-17,21-27 (per BCP) or Job 12:1; 13:1-27; Acts 12:1-17; John 8:33-47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
That freedom comes when we hear, above the chaotic noise around us, the clear, strong voice of the One that says, I AM.
Monday • 9/2/2024 •
Monday of Proper 17
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Job 12:1-6,13-25 (per BCP) or Job 12:1-25; Acts 11:19-30; John 8:21-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Pitchers of water were poured on the altar, anticipating the day Yahweh himself would provide ever-flowing, life-giving water.
Friday • 8/30/2024 •
Friday of Proper 16
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Job 9:1-15,32-35 (per BCP) or Job 9:1-35; Acts 10:34-48; John 7:37-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No matter how foggy the road ahead looks, the Lord Jesus knows what’s out there.
Thursday • 8/29/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 16
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Job 8:1-10,20-22 (per BCP) or Job 8:1-22; Acts 10:17-33; John 7:14-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
I pray your first instinct, like Job’s, will be to pray honestly and boldly (if humbly) to God.
Wednesday • 8/28/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 16
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1-24; Job 6:1; 7:1-21; Acts 10:1-16; John 7:1-13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Job would rather lose his life than lose his faith.
Tuesday • 8/27/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 16
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Job 6:1-4,8-15,21 (per BCP) or Job 6:1-30; Acts 9:32-43; John 6:60-71
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Saul’s new friend is worthy of his name: “Barnabas,” which means “Son of Encouragement.”
Monday • 8/26/2024 •
Monday of Proper 16
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Job 4:1; 5:1-27; Acts 9:19-31; John 6:52-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Something to remember when we see a friend in pain: they need our presence rather than our platitudes.
Friday • 8/23/2024 •
Friday of Proper 15
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Job 2:1-13; Acts 9:1-9; John 6:27-40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Every era, I think, has reason to feel Job is a timely read.
Thursday • 8/22/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 15
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Job 1:1-22; Acts 8:26-40; John 6:16-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
In John 6, Jesus launches the Eucharistic Feast.
Wednesday • 8/21/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 15
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Judges 18:16-31; Acts 8:14-25; John 6:1-15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“You search the scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life…”
Tuesday • 8/20/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 15
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Judges 18:1-15; Acts 8:1-13; John 5:30-47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The narrative of God’s redemptive love meets opposition, but Stephen knows his Savior has it under control.
Monday • 8/19/2024 •
Monday of Proper 15
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Judges 17:1-13; Acts 7:44–8:1; John 5:19-29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Samson is permitted to prefigure-if in a diminished way-One who will give his life for the rescue of his people.
Friday • 8/16/2024 •
Friday of Proper 14
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Judges 14:20–15:20; Acts 7:17-29; John 4:43-54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Samson is strong and clever—a lion-slayer and a riddle-maker.
Thursday • 8/15/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 14
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Judges 14:1-19; Acts 6:15–7:16; John 4:27-42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
It turns out that a “divine appointment” awaits the celebrated “Woman at the Well”.
Wednesday • 8/14/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 14
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Judges 13:15-24; Acts 6:1-15; John 4:1-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Rabbi Gamaliel, this powerful member of the Sanhedrin, argues for tolerance for the Jerusalem followers of Jesus.
Tuesday • 8/13/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 14
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Judges 13:1-15; Acts 5:27-42; John 3:22-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
In John’s gospel, Jesus will reveal himself as that great I AM—as his people’s shepherd.
Monday • 8/12/2024 •
Monday of Proper 14
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; Judges 12:1-7; Acts 5:12-26; John 3:1-21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The Lord of History shows himself as the ultimate host who has saved the best wine (his Son) for last.
Friday • 8/9/2024 •
Friday of Proper 13
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Judges 9:1-21; Acts 4:13-31; John 2:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Pentecost is remaking the coward who wouldn’t admit he knew Jesus.
Thursday • 8/8/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 13
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Psalm 145; Judges 8:22-35; Acts 4:1-12; John 1:43-51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The lame man got so much more than he had dared to ask for.
Wednesday • 8/7/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 13
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97-120; Judges 7:19–8:12; Acts 3:12-26; John 1:29-42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“For the Lord and for Gideon!” Gideon’s instructions betray his transformation from fear to arrogance.
Tuesday • 8/6/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 13
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Judges 7:1-18; Acts 3:1-11; John 1:19-28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We note God’s patience with cowardly Gideon’s lack of faith.
Monday • 8/5/2024 •
Monday of Proper 13
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Judges 6:25-40; Acts 2:37-47; John 1:1-18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Thus, Deborah’s song anticipates the other half of Jesus’s baptism on the Cross: his rising to life and victory.
Friday • 8/2/2024 •
Friday of Proper 12
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Judges 5:1-18; Acts 2:1-21; Matthew 28:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The suprise is that the woman who ultimately seals this victory is not Deborah, but someone else.
Thursday • 08/01/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 12
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Judges 4:4-23; Acts 1:15-26; Matthew 27:55-66
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
I reflect on Ehud’s left-handedness and the scorned “left-handedness” of God’s plan to conquer sin and death through a most unlikely hero.
Wednesday • 7/31/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 12
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Judges 3:12-30; Acts 1:1-14; Matthew 27:45-54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“The God of peace will shortly crush Satan under your feet.”
Tuesday • 7/30/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 12
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 61 & 62; Judges 2:1-5, 11-23; Romans 16:17-27; Matthew 27:32-44
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
David envisions each of his tears being acknowledged, treasured, and preserved by his Heavenly Father.
Monday • 7/29/2024 •
Monday of Proper 12
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 56, 57, & 58; Joshua 24:16-33; Romans 16:1-16; Matthew 27:24-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Each of us can rightly consider our own distinct call, the particular place we are to serve Christ and his Kingdom.
Friday • 7/26/2024 •
Friday of Proper 11
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 40 & 54; Joshua 9:22–10:15; Romans 15:14-24; Matthew 27:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It’s encouraging to know that the Lord works for our good and the good of others even through our failures.
Thursday • 7/25/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 11
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Joshua 9:3-21; Romans 15:1-13; Matthew 26:69-75
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Flaunting one’s freedom is not “walking in love.”
Wednesday • 7/24/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 11
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Joshua 8:30-35; Romans 14:13-23; Matthew 26:57-68
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
God’s eternal Kingdom ultimately would not come by the sword, by conquest, or by power politics.
Tuesday • 7/23/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 11
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Joshua 8:1-22; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 26:47-56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Because the cup of blessing “runs over” for us, even the Law…now takes on a different role.
Monday • 7/22/2024 •
Monday of Proper 11
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 41 & 52; Joshua 7:1-13; Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 26:36-46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Francis Schaeffer once wrote that God wants warriors with tears in their eyes.
Friday • 7/19/2024 •
Friday of Proper 10
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Joshua 4:19-5:1; 5:10-15; Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 26:17-25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
So these stones shall be to the Israelites a memorial for ever.
Thursday • 7/18/2024 •
Thursday of Proper 10
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Joshua 3:14–4:7; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 26:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
“I am speaking to you Gentiles…remember that it is not you that support the root, but the root that supports you.”
Wednesday • 7/17/2024 •
Wednesday of Proper 10
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Deuteronomy 3:1-13; Romans 11:25-36; Matthew 25:31-46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
She should hang from her house something scarlet…a sign that through the blood of the Lord, redemption will come to all who believe and hope in God.
Tuesday • 7/16/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 10
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 26 & 28; Joshua 2:15-24; Romans 11:13-24; Matthew 25:14-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Our job is simply to believe God. And when we do that, we cannot help but live lives in gratitude for this grace.
Monday • 7/15/2024 •
Monday of Proper 10
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Joshua 2:1-14; Romans 11:1-12; Matthew 25:1-13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Christ is the goal of Israel’s story.
Friday • 7/12/2024 •
Friday of Proper 9
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 16 & 17; Deuteronomy 31:7-13, 24-30; 32:1-4; Romans 10:1-13; Matthew 24:15-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
There began a construction project for a new Temple, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone.
Thursday • 7/11/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Deuteronomy 3:18-28; Romans 9:19-33; Matthew 24:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul invites us to list every challenge we face this day.
Tuesday • 7/9/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 9
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Numbers 35:1-3, 9-15, 30-34; Romans 8:31-39; Matthew 23:13-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul invites us to list every challenge we face this day.
Tuesday • 7/9/2024 •
Tuesday of Proper 9
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Numbers 35:1-3, 9-15, 30-34; Romans 8:31-39; Matthew 23:13-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We are not quite home yet.
Friday • 7/5/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Numbers 24:1-13 [12-25]; Romans 8:12-17 [18-25]; Matthew 22:15-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We are not quite home yet.
Friday • 7/5/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Numbers 24:1-13 [12-25]; Romans 8:12-17 [18-25]; Matthew 22:15-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
When we are surrounded by voices that come from mixed motives and hidden agendas, it’s important to keep listening for the Lord’s voice.
Thursday • 7/4/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Numbers 23:11-26; Romans 8:1-11; Matthew 22:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Romans 7 gives us words for the near schizophrenia we feel when we find ourselves at war within ourselves.
Wednesday • 7/3/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Numbers 22:41–23:12; Romans 7:13-25; Matthew 21:33-46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
In Balaam’s case, the donkey is the smart one.
Tuesday • 7/2/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Numbers 22:21-38; Romans 7:1-12; Matthew 21:23-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Grace has one school: the church.
Monday • 7/1/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106; Numbers 22:1-21; Romans 6:12-23; Matthew 21:12-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Old Testament unfolds as a saga of exile from Paradise - and of God’s preparing a way for humankind to return.
Friday • 6/28/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Numbers 20:1-13; Romans 5:12-21; Matthew 20:29-34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Life emerges from a dead tree, an amazing portraits of the coming Mediator in the book of Numbers.
Thursday • 6/27/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Numbers 17:1-11; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 20:17-28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Bible is all about turning death into life, foul stench into fragrant aroma, enmity into amity.
Wednesday • 6/26/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Numbers 16:36-50; Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 20:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
According to Jesus, the question is whether to trust the gifts or the Giver.
Tuesday • 6/25/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Psalm 100; Numbers 16:20-35; Romans 4:1-12; Matthew 19:23-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The tangled history of Israel has led to this singular Son, Jesus Christ.
Monday • 6/24/2024 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Numbers 16:1-19; Romans 3:21-31; Matthew 19:13-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jake and Elwood escaped the country bar when they realized the local language was the theme from “Rawhide.”
Friday • 6/14/2024 •
Back then my main goal was to pick songs that did not require changing the capo on my guitar.
Tuesday • 6/11/2024 •
Keep your eyes on me, and you’ll be OK. Pay attention to the storm around you, and you’ll sink.
Friday • 6/7/2024 •
Friday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Ecclesiastes 5:1-7; Galatians 3:15-22; Matthew 14:22-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
For Ecclesiastes, the most obvious dead end is death itself. The Bible provides answers to questions that the book of Ecclesiastes raises.
Thursday • 6/6/2024 •
Thursday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Ecclesiastes 3:16–4:3; Galatians 3:1-14; Matthew 14:13-21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
How lovely it would be to be so perfectly attuned to the need of any moment that you instinctively know whether to plant or pluck… be quiet or speak up… make war or make peace.
Wednesday • 6/5/2024 •
Wednesday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Ecclesiastes 3:1-15; Galatians 2:11-21; Matthew 14:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Let me commend to you two ways to pray for God’s good timing.
Tuesday • 6/4/2024 •
Tuesday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Ecclesiastes 2:16-26; Galatians 1:18–2:10; Matthew 13:53-58
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
His kingdom is “treasure in a hidden field” — worth selling all you have to buy that field so you can have that treasure.
Monday • 6/3/2024 •
Monday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Ecclesiastes 2:1-15; Galatians 1:1-17; Matthew 13:44-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
His students still teach people how to paint “happy little trees.”
Thursday • 5/30/2024 •
“I’m glad you’re on this team. You make a big difference for us.”
Tuesday • 5/28/2024 •
The worshiping church is an Ark…a place that offers refuge to sojourners “in this wicked world as in a deluge.”
Friday • 5/24/2024 •
I realized why the ancients revered silence, why many sought the desert.
Thursday • 5/23/2024 •
We’re not just passing time according to the secular calendar or sports seasons.
Wednesday • 5/22/2024 •
He ushers us from the darkness of spiritual stupor and into the light of full awakening!
Friday • 5/17/2024 •
Friday of the 7th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Jeremiah 31:27-34; Ephesians 5:1-20; Matthew 9:9-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We can be a different kind of people, through our own personal small beginnings.
Thursday • 5/16/2024 •
Thursday of the 7th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Zechariah 4:1-14; Ephesians 4:17-32; Matthew 9:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The church becomes the visible manifestation of Pentecost power on the earth.
Wednesday • 5/15/2024 •
Wednesday of the 7th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Isaiah 4:2-6; Ephesians 4:1-16; Matthew 8:28-34
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
David, the boy shepherd, is fit to be the Lord’s king because, “the Lord looks on the heart.”
Tuesday • 5/14/2024 •
Tuesday of the 7th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Ephesians 3:14-21; Matthew 8:18-27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The faithful centurion knew that dutiful messengers don’t speak for themselves.
Monday • 5/13/2024 •
Monday of the 7th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Joshua 1:1-9; Ephesians 3:1-13; Matthew 8:5-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Deep within the wonder of God’s very being, seeming opposites coalesce: truth and mercy meet.
Friday • 5/10/2024 •
Friday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 85 & 86; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; Ephesians 2:1-10; Matthew 7:22-27
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
David, in Psalm 8, ponder the wonder of the Lord’s having put us humans at the pinnacle of creation.
Thursday • 5/9/2024 •
Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 8 & 47; Daniel 7:9-14; Hebrews 2:5-18; Matthew 28:16-20
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
That True Israelite—Son of their greatest king—would also be the embodiment of Yahweh himself, David’s Lord
Wednesday • 5/8/2024 •
Wednesday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Leviticus 26:1-20; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; Matthew 13:18-23
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus’s point is that our hearts are fertile ground for all kinds of things—some good, some bad.
Tuesday • 5/7/2024 •
Tuesday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Leviticus 26:1-20; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; Matthew 13:18-23
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
One day, I will discover that my Father’s inheritance is the one truly valuable thing I have.
Monday • 5/6/2024 •
Monday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Leviticus 25:35-55; Colossians 1:9-14; Matthew 13:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In the shape of Israel’s cycle of festivals it is difficult not to see an anticipation of the Eucharistic life.
Friday • 5/3/2024 •
Friday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Leviticus 23:1-22; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17; Matthew 7:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus is telling us to take ourselves less seriously. I’m grateful for the soft reminder.
Thursday • 5/2/2024 •
Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Leviticus 19:26-37; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12; Matthew 6:25-34
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Israel’s hopes remained focused on the coming of a King who would rule justly.
Wednesday • 5/1/2024 •
Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Leviticus 19:1-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; Matthew 6:19-24
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
We can say good-bye to those sinful holdovers.
Tuesday • 4/30/2024 •
Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Leviticus 16:20-34; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11; Matthew 6:7-15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Grant that in our earthly pilgrimage we may always be supported by this fellowship of love and prayer.”
Monday • 4/29/2024 •
Monday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Leviticus 16:1-19; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Matthew 6:1-6,16-18
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
He realized that “it was possible to keep one foot in the ideal world and the other foot in the real world.”
Friday • 4/26/2024 •
Friday of the 4th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; Acts 7:55-60; 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you…”
Thursday • 4/25/2024 •
Thursday of the 4th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Exodus 34:1-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20; Matthew 5:21-26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
If you are a friend of God, …you can tell him what’s on your heart. However, then … you should be ready to listen.
Wednesday • 4/24/2024 •
Wednesday of the 4th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Exodus 33:1-23; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12; Matthew 5:17-20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
There is a Mediator who would rather see Himself excluded if it means you can be included.
Tuesday • 4/23/2024 •
Tuesday of the 4th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Exodus 32:21-34; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; Matthew 5:11-16
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It makes me reflect on the possible “golden calves” we fashion for ourselves: degrees, titles, income, status.
Monday • 4/22/2024 •
Monday of the 4th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Exodus 32:1-20; Colossians 3:18–4:18; Matthew 5:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Our worship is governed by The Book of Common Prayer, an attempt to capture biblical principles for worship.
Friday • 4/19/2024 •
Friday of the 3rd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1–22; Exodus 24:1-18; Colossians 2:8-23; Matthew 4:12-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This is a time to find out what you really love.
Thursday • 4/18/2024 •
Thursday of the 3rd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Exodus 20:1-21; Colossians 1:24–2:7; Matthew 4:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We like to think of ourselves as enlightened and beyond superstition. But even today people have special rituals or carry other good luck charms.
Wednesday • 4/17/2024 •
Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Exodus 19:16-25; Colossians 1:15-23; Matthew 3:13-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
This is why Christians are a people of prayer.
Tuesday • 4/16/2024 •
Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Exodus 19:1-16; Colossians 1:1-14; Matthew 3:7-12
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
They are on their way to “an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled…and unfading, kept in heaven for you.”
Monday • 4/15/2024 •
Monday of the 3rd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Exodus 18:13-27; 1 Peter 5:1-14; Matthew 1:1-17; 3:1-6
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Rest this day and every day in your Heavenly Father’s provision.
Friday • 4/12/2024 •
Friday of the 2nd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Exodus 16:23-36; 1 Peter 3:13–4:6; John 16:1-15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Peter offers an answer for what to do with a “bad boss.”
Thursday • 4/11/2024 •
Today is Thursday of the 2nd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Exodus 16:10-22; 1 Peter 2:11-25; John 15:12-27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This True Vine calls his followers “branches” in the Vine, sharers in, and extensions of, his own life.
Wednesday • 4/10/2024 •
Today is Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Exodus 15:22-16:10; 1 Peter 2:1-10; John 15:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
The Judge of heaven’s courtroom has come from behind the bench, and invited us to come home with him.
Tuesday • 4/9/2024 •
Today is Tuesday in the 2nd Week of Easter
Today’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Exodus 15:1–21; 1 Peter 1:13-25; John 14:18–31
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
However you “fall,” the Lord will raise you up. He is your glory and the lifter of your head.
Monday • 4/8/2024 •
Today’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Exodus 14:21–31; 1 Peter 1:1–12; John 14:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible and we shall be changed”
Friday • 4/5/2024 •
Friday in Easter Week
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Apart from Christ, as the rock group Kansas put it a number of years ago, “all we are is dust in the wind.”
Thursday • 4/4/2024 •
Thursday in Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 146, Psalm 147; Exodus 13:3-10; 1 Corinthians 15:41-50; Matthew 28:16-20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Collect of the Day: Wednesday in Easter Week. O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
Wednesday • 4/3/2024 •
Wednesday in Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Exodus 12:40-51; 1 Corinthians 15:29-41; Matthew 28:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Discovering the Anglican tradition changed a lot of things for me. One of those was the way I approach morning devotions.
Tuesday • 4/2/2024 •
Tuesday in Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Exodus 12:28-39; 1 Corinthians 15:12-28; Mark 16:9-20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“…it is good for us to be reminded of the singular message of hope we bring, at whatever cost, to such a world in such times.”
Monday • 4/1/2024•
Monday in Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 93; Psalm 98; Exodus 12:14-27; 1 Corinthians 15:1-11; Mark 16:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Today is Good Friday. It’s a day for us to remember Jesus Christ’s death, but also, as Peter’s denial reminds us, of the sins that made his death necessary.
Friday 4/15/2022
Good Friday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Lamentations 3:1-9, 19-33; 1 Peter 1:10-20; Mark 10:32-45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 14 (“A Song of Penitence,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
"One of the great things about Jesus' washing of his disciples' feet is that it is fraught with symbolic significance."
Thursday • 3/28/2024 •
Maundy Thursday
"The long story of redemption is one of God's implacable enmity towards the sin that destroys us."
Wednesday • 3/27/2024 •
Wednesday of Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 55; Lamentations 2:1-9; 2 Corinthians 1:23–2:11; Mark 12:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 14 (“A Song of Penitence,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
I pray that you and I, like Jeremiah of Lamentations, can bring a hope-tinged grace and beauty to the ugliness of the day.
Tuesday • 3/26/2024 •
Year 2, Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 6; Psalm 12; Lamentations 1:17-22; 2 Corinthians 1:8-22; Mark 11:27-33
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Picasso’s Guernica wrenches the cry, “How long, O Lord?”
Year 2, Holy Week
Monday • 3/25/2024
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 51; Lamentations 1:1-12; 2 Corinthians 1:1-7; Mark 11:12-25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Just as the threat accelerates, so does God’s counsel to provide and to seek shelter.
Friday • 3/22/2024 •
Friday of 5 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Exodus 9:13-35; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 (plus tomorrow’s 4:13–18); Mark 10:32-45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 14 (Song of Moses, Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 94)
It’s assuring to know that God so takes care of me that my soul can rest “tranquil and quiet like a child in its mother’s arms”
Thursday • 3/21/2024 •
Thursday of 5 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131, 132, 133; Exodus 7:25–8:19; 2 Corinthians 3:7-18; Mark 10:17-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
With a wide-nib fountain pen or a wide rollerball pen and luxurious card stock, I delight to see words take shape.
Wednesday • 3/20/2024 •
Wednesday of 5 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Exodus 7:8-24; 2 Corinthians 2:14–3:6; Mark 10:1–16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
We are to discern these words’ applicability to our worship although our liturgy is not exactly spontaneous.
Tuesday • 3/19/2024 •
Tuesday of 5 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121, 122, 123; Exodus 5:1–6:1; 1 Corinthians 14:20-40 (note that the lectionary excludes verses 34-38); Mark 9:42-50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Who hasn’t been grateful when the Lord has provided just the right person to come alongside us to help?
Monday • 3/18/2024 •
Monday of 5 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Exodus 4:10-31; 1 Corinthians 14:1-19; Mark 9:30-41
For a DDD “Riffing on Paul’s approach to tongue-speaking” in 1 Corinthians 14:12 from 10/12/2021
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In that exile Moses comes face to face with Yahweh.
Friday • 3/15/2024 •
Friday of 4 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Exodus 2:1–22; 1 Corinthians 12:27–13:3; Mark 9:2–13
And Saturday’s Exodus 2:23–3:15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God's hand shall bind up all our scattered leaves again for that library where every book shall lie open to one another.
Thursday • 3/14/2024 •
Thursday of 4 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Exodus 1:6–22; 1 Corinthians 12:12–26; Mark 8:27–9:1
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus will send out his followers with the focused message that salvation comes from “none of the above.”
Wednesday • 3/13/2024 •
Wednesday of 4 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Genesis 50:15–26; 1 Corinthians 12:1–11; Mark 8:11–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
He foreshadows the fourfold Eucharistic action of taking bread, blessing it, breaking it, and distributing it.
Tuesday • 3/12/2024 •
Tuesday of 4 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Genesis 49:29–50:14; 1 Corinthians 11:17–34; Mark 8:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The mighty “lion of Judah” becomes a theme of Jewish art and the basis of messianic expectation.
Monday • 3/11/2024 •
Monday of 4 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; Genesis 49:1–28; 1 Corinthians 10:14–11:1; Mark 7:24–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Not all those who wander are lost”
Friday • 3/8/2024 •
Friday of 3 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Genesis 47:1–26; 1 Corinthians 9:16–27; Mark 6:47–56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It’s good to be reminded of the tranquility of spirit with which our Savior met, and continues to meet, every contingency.
Thursday • 3/7/2024 •
Thursday of 3 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Genesis 46:1–7,28–34; 1 Corinthians 9:1–15; Mark 6:30–46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In this season of Lent it’s good to be reminded how important it is not to carry grudges.
Wednesday • 3/6/2024 •
Wednesday of 3 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Genesis 45:16–28; 1 Corinthians 8:1–13; Mark 6:13–29
For thoughts on 1 Corinthians 8:1–13 from 9/29/2021, see “Love vs. Knowledge”
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Joseph understood all of it to be firmly in the grip of a higher hand that was working a larger purpose toward a good end.
Tuesday • 3/5/2024 •
Tuesday of 3 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Genesis 45:1–15; 1 Corinthians 7:32–40; Mark 6:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“You cannot love a fellow-creature fully till you love God.”
Monday • 3/4/2024 •
Monday of 3 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Genesis 44:18–34; 1 Corinthians 7:25–31; Mark 5:21–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Christian life is not about claiming your rights.
Friday • 3/1/2024 •
Friday of 2 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Genesis 43:1–15; 1 Corinthians 7:1–9; Mark 4:35–41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
You are liable to wind up in places you regret later.
Thursday • 2/29/2024 •
Thursday of 2 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Genesis 42:29–38; 1 Corinthians 6:12–20; Mark 4:21–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
When the words of Jesus come to me, do they find welcome in fertile soil?
Wednesday • 2/28/2024 •
Wednesday of 2 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Genesis 42:18–28; 1 Corinthians 5:9–6:8; Mark 4:1–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
I learned fishing the need for patience in untangling knots.
Tuesday • 2/27/2024 •
Tuesday of 2 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are; Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Genesis 42:1–17; 1 Corinthians 5:1–8; Mark 3:19b–35b
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Livin’ the dream, man, livin’ the dream.”
Monday • 2/26/2024 •
Monday of 2 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Genesis 41:46–57; 1 Corinthians 4:8–21; Mark 3:7–19a
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“He pulled me up…from the mud of the mire.”
Friday • 2/23/2024 •
Friday of 1 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Genesis 40:1–23; 1 Corinthians 3:16–23; Mark 2:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Lent is an excellent time to look back and look up and say, “Thank you, Lord!”
Thursday • 2/22/2024 •
Thursday of 1 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Genesis 39:1–23; 1 Corinthians 2:14–3:15; Mark 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God loves “misfit toys.”
Wednesday • 2/21/2024 •
Wednesday of 1 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Genesis 37:25–36; 1 Corinthians 2:1–13; Mark 1:29–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
We’re a mess, and we’re driven by envy and insecurity.
Tuesday • 2/20/2024 •
Tuesday of 1 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Genesis 37:12–24; 1 Corinthians 1:20–31; Mark 1:14–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
He alone has stood successfully against the assault of every kind of temptation.
Monday • 2/19/2024 •
Monday of 1 Lent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Genesis 37:1–11; 1 Corinthians 1:1–19; Mark 1:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
I still feel the weight of the words: “Remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return.”
Friday • 2/16/2024 •
Friday of Last Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Ezekiel 18:1–4,25–32; Philippians 4:1–9; John 17:9–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Bible is a book of hope, and Habakkuk sings in the face of the fury.
Thursday • 2/15/2024 •
Thursday of Last Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Habakkuk 3:1–18; Philippians 3:12–21; John 17:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Winston Churchill sought something like immortality through the power of his words.
Wednesday • 2/14/2024 •
Ash Wednesday, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 32; Psalm 143; Amos 5:6–15; Hebrews 12:1–14; Luke 18:9–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Shrove Tuesday anticipates a leaner and more austere diet during Lent.
Tuesday • 2/13/2024 •
Tuesday of Last Epiphany or Shrove Tuesday, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Proverbs 30:1–4,24–33; Philippians 3:1–11; John 18:28–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Christian experience is the embrace of the wild extremes of the emotional spectrum.
Monday • 2/12/2024 •
Monday of Last Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Proverbs 27:1–5,10–12; Philippians 2:1–13; John 18:15–18,25–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In his dream, it’s the gateway through which grace condescends to come down.
Friday • 2/9/2024 •
Friday of 5 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Genesis 27:46-28:4,10-22; Romans 13:1-14; John 8:33-47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The great I AM has come to free us.
Thursday • 2/8/2024 •
Thursday of 5 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 146; Psalm 147; Genesis 27:30–45; Romans 12:9–21; John 8:21–32
For more extensive reflections on Romans 12:9–21 from 7/17/2020
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus”
Wednesday • 2/7/2024 •
Wednesday of 5 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Genesis 27:1–29; Romans 12:1–8; John 8:12–20
For comments on Romans 12:1–8 from DDD 7/16/2020
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Jesus can now serve as our shepherd.
Tuesday • 2/6/2024 •
Tuesday of 5 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Genesis 26:1-6,12-33; Hebrews 13:17-25; John 7:53-8:11
For comments on John 7:53–8:11 from 12/9/2020
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Melchizedek foreshadowed Jesus as Priest when he brought bread and wine to Abraham, and received, in return, a tithe.
Monday • 2/5/2024 •
Monday of 5 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Genesis 25:19–34; Hebrews 13:1–16; John 7:37–52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Spirit will gush like rivers of living water to all who are thirsty for real life.
Friday • 2/2/2024 •
Friday of 4 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Genesis 24:1–27; Hebrews 12:3–11; John 7:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The result is that we can embrace a certain fearlessness.
Thursday • 2/1/2024 •
Thursday of 4 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Genesis 23:1–20; Hebrews 11:32–12:2; John 6:60–71
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
As Jesus will carry his wooden cross up to Calvary, so Isaac carries the wood for his altar.
Wednesday • 1/31/2024 •
Wednesday of 4 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Genesis 22:1–18; Hebrews 11:23–31; John 6:52–59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“Tuffy, you are the only one who understands. You are the only one who cares.”
Tuesday • 1/30/2024 •
Tuesday of 4 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Genesis 21:1–21; Hebrews 11:13–22; John 6:41–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
But Lot lingered; so the angels led him and his wife and daughters outside the city.
Monday • 1/29/2024 •
Monday of 4 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Genesis 19:1–17(18–23)24–29; Hebrews 11:1–12; John 6:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Even the Lone Ranger wasn’t a Lone Ranger.
Friday • 1/26/2024 •
Friday of 3 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Genesis 17:15–27; Hebrews 10:11–25; John 6:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The essence of the covenant is like the “I will” of a marriage.
Thursday • 1/25/2024 •
Thursday of 3 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Genesis 16:15–17:14; Hebrews 10:1–10; John 5:30–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“The angel of the Lord has conspicuous Christological qualities… He is a type, a ‘shadow’ of Jesus Christ.”
Wednesday • 1/24/2024 •
Wednesday of 3 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Genesis 16:1–14; Hebrews 9:15–28; John 5:19–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
God, in the figure of a flaming torch, pledges by this ceremony to keep his promises to Abram.
Tuesday • 1/23/2024 •
Tuesday of 3 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Genesis 15:1–11,17–21; Hebrews 9:1–14; John 5:1–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Our high priest, Jesus Christ, has absorbed our guilt and shame and disposed of them.
Monday • 1/22/2024 •
Monday of 3 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Genesis 14:1–24; Hebrews 8:1–13; John 4:43–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Actress Betty White said her upbeat nature came from being born “a cockeyed optimist.”
Friday • 1/19/2024 •
Friday of 2 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Genesis 11:27–12:8; Hebrews 7:1–17; John 4:16–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God promises to bring good out of evil, beauty out of chaos.
Thursday • 1/18/2024 •
Thursday of 2 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Genesis 11:1–9; Hebrews 6:13–20; John 4:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
John’s gospel emphasizes God’s plan to redeem the world.
Wednesday • 1/17/2024 •
Wednesday of 2 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Genesis 9:18–29; Hebrews 6:1–12; John 3:22–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Why do God’s rainbows evoke awe, wonder, and joy?
Tuesday • 1/16/2024 •
Tuesday of 2 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Genesis 9:1–17; Hebrews 5:7–14; John 3:16–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The olive leaf signals a new start for humanity.
Monday • 1/15/2024 •
Monday of 2 Epiphany, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Genesis 8:6–22; Hebrews 4:14–5:6; John 2:23–3:15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Four-Part Harmony and Feeling” what an apt summary of God’s gift to us of the four voices telling Jesus’ story
Friday • 1/12/2024 •
What J. R. R. Tolkien said is true: every fairy tale echoes the biblical drama.
Wednesday • 1/10/2024 •
“Baby shoes. For sale. Never used.” It’s hard to imagine so much punch being packed into so few words.
Tuesday • 1/9/2024 •
When I walked into my study, a tall, thin, expressionless, motionless, person was standing there, staring at me.
Monday • 1/8/2024 •
…a holy restlessness with what “is,” and the mental and spiritual space to imagine what “can be.”
Monday • 1/1/2024 •
Jesus offers to fix what’s broken.
• Sunday • 12/31/2023
New Year’s Eve Day, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 46; Psalm 48; 1 Kings 3:5–14; James 4:13–17; 5:7–11; John 5:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Generosity makes you a missionary.
• Bonus Track • Saturday • 12/30/2023
The Sixth Day of Christmas, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 20; Psalm 21; 1 Kings 17:17–24; 3 John 1–15; John 4:46–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
To move beyond the Bible’s and the ancient church’s Christology is to step into a void.
Friday • 12/29/2023 •
The Fifth Day of Christmas
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; 2 Samuel 23:13–17b; 2 John 1–13; John 2:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Feast of the Holy Innocents is a reminder of the church’s resolute embracing of life as holy.
Thursday • 12/28/2023 •
Feast of Holy Innocents, Year 2
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 2; Psalm 26; Isaiah 49:13–23; Matthew 18:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
John teaches us to love Jesus first.
Wednesday • 12/27/2023 •
Feast of St. John, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 98; Proverbs 8:22–30; John 13:20–35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Stephen teaches us that above it all, always, is Jesus
Tuesday • 12/26/2023
Feast of St. Stephen, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 28; Psalm 30; 2 Chronicles 24:17–22; Acts 6–7
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus has made us new by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on his church
Monday • 12/25/2023 (Christmas Day)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; 2 Samuel 7:1–17; Titus 2:11–3:8a; Luke 1:39–56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
He delivered himself to a process by which he would become embryo, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, and adult.
Sunday • 12/24/2023 •
Christmas Eve, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Psalm 46; Baruch 4:36–5:9; Galatians 3:23–4:7; Matthew 1:18–25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Give us grace, Lord, to put on the armor of light.
Friday • 12/22/2023 •
Friday of the Third Week of Advent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Zechariah 7:8–8:17 (includes Saturday’s reading); Revelation 5:6–14; Matthew 25:14–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The oil of the lampstand and the olive trees symbolize God’s life-giving, light-bearing Spirit.
Thursday • 12/21/2023 •
Thursday of the Third Week of Advent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Zechariah 4:1–14; Revelation 4:9–5:5; Matthew 25:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Through that branch, Yahweh promises to “remove the guilt of this land in a single day”
Wednesday •12/20/2023 •
Wednesday of the Third Week of Advent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Zechariah 3:1–10; Revelation 4:1–8; Matthew 24:45–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The early church coined a phrase for this: phrikodestatēs, or, in the vernacular, “most freakin’ awesome!”
Tuesday • 12/19/2023 •
Tuesday of the Third Week of Advent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Zechariah 2:1–13; Revelation 3:14–22; Matthew 24:12–44
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Abram and Melchizedek are interlaced in order to demonstrate God’s grace.
Monday • 12/18/2023 •
Monday of the Third Week of Advent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Zechariah 1:7–17; Revelation 3:7–13; Matthew 24:15–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Our forebears in the faith read at two levels: the literary and the spiritual.
Friday • 12/15/2023 •
We are all called to different settings—each setting to be respected and loved.
Thursday • 12/14/2023 •
The different ways worshiping communities organize their songs says a lot about how they believe.
Wednesday • 12/13/2023 •
Jude and Peter are spiritual soulmates, almost identical twins in the faith.
Friday • 12/8/2023 •
Friday of the First Week of Advent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Amos 5:1–17; Jude 1–25 (includes Saturday); Matthew 22:1–14
I plan to treat Matthew 22:1–14 in a DDD this coming January.
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…believers have kept a vigilant eye on the distant horizon.
Thursday • 12/7/2023 •
Thursday of the First Week of Advent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18; Amos 4:6–13; 2 Peter 3:11–18; Matthew 21:33–46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Eternity keeps time differently than we do.
Wednesday • 12/6/2023 •
Wednesday of the First Week of Advent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Amos 3:12–4:5; 2 Peter 3:1–10; Matthew 21:23–32
The Daily Lectionary reading of 2 Peter for this year (Year One), does not include chapter 2. For observations from 2 Peter 2 from Year Two, see https://tinyurl.com/8cxcddz4 for 2 Peter 2:1–10a, from 12/16/2020; https://tinyurl.com/5ukhhuzk for 2 Peter 2:10b–16, from 12/17/2020; and https://tinyurl.com/375377bm for 2 Peter 2:17–22, from 12/18/2020.
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Advent reminds us that we can choose wisely.
Tuesday • 12/5/2023 •
Tuesday of the First Week of Advent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Amos 3:1–11; 2 Peter 1:12–21; Matthew 21:12–22
For observations on 2 Peter 1:12–21 from 12/15/2020, see https://tinyurl.com/4rvk9yxh
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Who knew a Galilean fisherman could be so elegant?
Monday • 12/4/2023 •
Monday of the First Week of Advent, Year Two
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Amos 2:6–16; 2 Peter 1:1–11; Matthew 21:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Our baptism plunges us symbolically into a death-by-drowning.
Friday • 12/1/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-sixth Week After Pentecost (Proper 29)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Isaiah 24:14–23; 1 Peter 3:13–4:6; Matthew 20:17–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Nobody can tell me what to do!” is a slogan of our time.
Thursday • 11/30/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-sixth Week After Pentecost (Proper 29)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Zephaniah 3:1–13; 1 Peter 2:11–25; Matthew 20:1–16
On 1 Peter 2:11–25, see also https://tinyurl.com/2htusat8, from 4/23/2020
On Matthew 20:1–16, see also https://tinyurl.com/2dmdzrzh, from 6/24/2020
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The anchor of Bob’s soul was Jesus Christ
Wednesday • 11/29/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-sixth Week After Pentecost (Proper 29)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145–176; Obadiah 15–21; 1 Peter 2:1–10; Matthew 19:23–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The way I (wrongly) eliminate those temptations is to consume them!
Tuesday • 11/28/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-sixth Week After Pentecost (Proper 29)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Nahum 1:1–13; 1 Peter 1:13–25; Matthew 19:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
A penultimate 7th chord carries exquisite tones of poignant memory and eager expectation.
Monday • 11/27/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-sixth Week After Pentecost (Proper 29)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106; Joel 3:1–2,9–17; 1 Peter 1:1–12; Matthew 19:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The one whom we will one day see seated as “the Alpha and the Omega” is already among us whenever we gather.
Friday • 11/24/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-fifth Week After Pentecost (Proper 28)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; 1 Maccabees 4:36–59; Revelation 22:6–13; Matthew 18:10-20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Access to “the tree of life” is opened in this new Edenic city.
Thursday • 11/23/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-fifth Week After Pentecost (Proper 28)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105; 1 Maccabees 4:1–25; Revelation 21:22–22:5; Matthew 18:1–9
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
John is shown, by contrast, a heavenly Jerusalem, “the holy city Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God”
Wednesday • 11/22/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-fifth Week After Pentecost (Proper 28)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; 1 Maccabees 3:42–60; Revelation 21:9–21; Matthew 17:22–27
Further thoughts on Revelation 21:9–21 from 11/23/2020 at https://tinyurl.com/e4xt5xzy
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
…and things which had grown old are being made new…
Tuesday • 11/21/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-fifth Week After Pentecost (Proper 28)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; 1 Maccabees 3:25–41; Revelation 21:1–8; Matthew 17:14–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…erasing the record that stood against us…he set this aside, nailing it to the cross.
Monday • 11/20/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-fifth Week After Pentecost (Proper 28)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; 1 Maccabees 3:1–24; Revelation 20:7–15; Matthew 17:1–13
More on Revelation 20:1–10 from 12/21/2020 at https://tinyurl.com/ykprytyz
More on Revelation 20:11–21:8 from 12/22/2020 at https://tinyurl.com/w98nee47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The rider on the white horse is called Faithful and True. He will set all to rights.
Friday • 11/17/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-fourth Week After Pentecost (Proper 27)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; 1 Maccabees 1:41–63; Revelation 19:11–16; Matthew 16:13–20
From Saturday’s readings: 1 Maccabees 2:1–28; and Sunday’s: 1 Maccabees 2:29–43,49–50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Hallelujah” awaits the bringing forth of the “City of God”
Thursday • 11/16/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-fourth Week After Pentecost (Proper 27)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 34; 1 Maccabees 1:1-28; Revelation 19:1–10; Matthew 16:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Faustus reads the Bible partially, and badly! He can’t bring himself to recall God’s mercy to repentant sinners.
Wednesday • 11/15/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-fourth Week After Pentecost (Proper 27)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Nehemiah 7:73b-8:18; Revelation 18:21–24; Matthew 15:29-39
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Jesus sees the smile in her eyes, and he lauds her faith.
Tuesday • 11/14/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-fourth Week After Pentecost (Proper 27)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1–39; Nehemiah 9:26–38; Revelation 18:9–20; Matthew 15:21–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
They submitted themselves to God’s Word and thus reasserted God’s original call on them as his people.
Monday • 11/13/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-fourth Week After Pentecost (Proper 27)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Nehemiah 9:1–25; Revelation 18:1–8; Matthew 15:1–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Then one of the four living creatures gave the seven angels seven golden bowls…”
Friday • 11/10/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-third Week After Pentecost (Proper 26)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Ezra 7:27-28, 8:21-36; Revelation 15:1–8; Matthew 14:13–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The same choice lies before all of us as lay before characters in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
Thursday • 11/9/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-third Week After Pentecost (Proper 26)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Ezra 7:1–26; Revelation 14:1–13; Matthew 14:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
A woman is about to give birth to “a son…who is to rule all the nations…”
Wednesday • 11/8/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-third Week After Pentecost (Proper 26)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Nehemiah 13:4–22; Revelation 12:1-12; Matthew 13:53–58
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
On that day, the church below will join the song of the church above.
Tuesday • 11/7/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-third Week After Pentecost (Proper 26)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Nehemiah 12:27–31a,42b–47; Revelation 11:1–19; Matthew 13:44–52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The master of the field is perfectly willing to allow weeds to get as much care as the wheat until the time to make all things right.
Monday • 11/6/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-third Week After Pentecost (Proper 26)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Nehemiah 6:1–19; Revelation 10:1–11; Matthew 13:36–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
I told no one what my God had put into my heart to do for Jerusalem.
Friday • 11/3/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-second Week After Pentecost (Proper 25)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Nehemiah 2:1–20; Revelation 6:12–7:4; Matthew 13:24–30
And inserting the normal readings for Monday (which happens to be All Saints Day): Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Nehemiah 6:1–19; Revelation 10:1–11; Matthew 13:36–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Revelation is a powerful book of hope.
Thursday • 11/2/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-second Week After Pentecost (Proper 25)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Nehemiah 1:1–11; Revelation 5:11–6:11; Matthew 13:18–23
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The redeemer of our world is Judah’s Lion, risen as Christus Victor.
Wednesday • 11/1/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-second Week After Pentecost (Proper 25)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Ezra 6:1-22; Revelation 5:1-10; Matthew 13:10-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The transcendent Jesus, the “Alpha and Omega,” knows, and cares, about what’s going on in the hard places of our lives.
Tuesday • 10/31/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-second Week After Pentecost (Proper 25)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Ezra 5:1–17; Revelation 4:1–11; Matthew 13:1–9
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Through a vision of a man standing among myrtle trees, Zechariah consoles the people with “gracious and comforting words”
Monday • 10/30/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-second Week After Pentecost (Proper 25)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Zechariah 1:7–17; Revelation 1:4–20; Matthew 12:43–50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus will encourage his disciples…to teach a way of life against which “the gates of hell cannot prevail.”
Friday • 10/27/2023 •
Friday of the Twenty-first Week After Pentecost (Proper 24)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Ezra 3:1–13; 1 Corinthians 16:10–24; Matthew 12:22–32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The church is the visible manifestation of God’s plan to bring all of humanity back home.
Thursday • 10/26/2023 •
Thursday of the Twenty-first Week After Pentecost (Proper 24)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Ezra 1:1–11; 1 Corinthians 16:1–9; Matthew 12:15–21
For comments on 1 Corinthians 14:20–42, see the DDD for Year 1, Tuesday of Lent 5
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus makes the point that he is himself the joy and the restoration which the sabbath had long promised.
Wednesday • 10/25/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twenty-first Week After Pentecost (Proper 24)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Lamentations 2:8–15; 1 Corinthians 15:51–58; Matthew 12:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
One day all of it will give way to the irresistible force of God’s love.
Tuesday • 10/24/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twenty-first Week After Pentecost (Proper 24)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Lamentations 1:1–12; 1 Corinthians 15:41–50; Matthew 11:25–30
Reflections on Lamentations 1:1–12 here (Monday of Holy Week, 2020)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This confidence about the future will make us different people in the present.
Monday • 10/23/2023 •
Monday of the Twenty-first Week After Pentecost (Proper 24)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Jeremiah 44:1–14; 1 Corinthians 15:30–41; Matthew 11:16–24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul felt it was important to remind the Corinthians of a few facts.
Friday • 10/20/2023 •
Friday of the Twentieth Week After Pentecost (Proper 23)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Jeremiah 38:14–28; 1 Corinthians 15:1–11; Matthew 11:1–6
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus takes everything we do for him as being done to him directly, even the cup of cold water we offer to one of his little ones.
Thursday • 10/19/2023 •
Thursday of the Twentieth Week After Pentecost (Proper 23)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18; Jeremiah 38:1–13; 1 Corinthians 14:26-33a,37-40; Matthew 10:34–42
For comments on 1 Corinthians 14:20–42, see the DDD for Year 1, Tuesday of Lent 5
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jeremiah is often called “the weeping prophet,” and for good reason.
Wednesday • 10/18/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twentieth Week After Pentecost (Proper 23)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Jeremiah 37:3–21; 1 Corinthians 14:13–25; Matthew 10:24–33
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
God gives us whatever gifts we have…to serve others, not ourselves!
Tuesday • 10/17/2023 •
Tuesday of the Twentieth Week After Pentecost (Proper 23)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Jeremiah 36:27–37:2; 1 Corinthians 14:1–12; Matthew 10:16–23
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Love is patient.
Love is kind.
Love bears all things.
Love believes all things.
Love hopes all things.
Monday • 10/16/2023 •
Monday of the Twentieth Week After Pentecost (Proper 23)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Jeremiah 36:11–26; 1 Corinthians 13:1–13; Matthew 10:5–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In his victory at the cross, he turns death into life.
Friday • 10/13/2023 •
Friday of the Nineteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 22)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; 2 Kings 23:36–24:17; 1 Corinthians 12:12–26; Matthew 9:27–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The beauty and resplendence of God’s very life comes to expression on earth.
Thursday • 10/12/2023 •
Thursday of the Nineteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 22)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; 2 Kings 23:4–25; 1 Corinthians 12:1–11; Matthew 9:18–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We have the same opportunity to be won over yet again to God’s incredible love.
Wednesday • 10/11/2023 •
Wednesday of the Nineteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 22)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145–176; 2 Kings 22:14–23:3; 1 Corinthians 11:23–34; Matthew 9:9–17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Paul blasts the Corinthians for contributing to the factionalism of the world.
Tuesday • 10/10/2023 •
Tuesday of the Nineteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 22)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; 2 Kings 22:1–13; 1 Corinthians 11:2,17–22; Matthew 9:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Too many decisions, too few guidelines.
Monday • 10/9/2023 •
Monday of the Nineteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 22)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106; 2 Kings 21:1–18; 1 Corinthians 10:14–11:1; Matthew 8:28–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Scripture records this encounter because we need to see it.
Friday • 10/6/2023 •
Friday of the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 21)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; 2 Kings 19:1–20; 1 Corinthians 9:16–27; Matthew 8:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
You don’t mock the Deliverer of Israel.
Thursday • 10/5/2023 •
Thursday of the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 21)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105; 2 Kings 18:28–37; 1 Corinthians 9:1–15; Matthew 7:22–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Apostle Paul affirms that Christ’s resurrection has proved the impotence of “so-called gods in heaven and earth.”
Wednesday • 10/4/2023 •
Wednesday of the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 21)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; 2 Kings 18:9–25; 1 Corinthians 8:1–13; Matthew 7:13–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Hezekiah’s time is a brief moment when God’s people are a showcase and greenhouse for Yahweh’s reconciling love.
Tuesday • 10/3/2023 •
Tuesday of the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 21)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; 2 Chronicles 29:1-3; 30:1–27; 1 Corinthians 7:32–40; Matthew 7:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul writes the Corinthians, who have mistakenly confused their wealth and social status with God’s (better) ultimate blessings.
Monday • 10/2/2023 •
Monday of the Eighteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 21)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; 2 Kings 17:24–41; 1 Corinthians 7:25–31; Matthew 6:25–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
His students still teach people how to paint “happy little trees.”
Thursday • 9/28/2023 •
“I’m glad you’re on this team. You make a big difference for us.”
Tuesday • 9/26/2023 •
The worshipping church is an Ark…a place that offers refuge to sojourners “in this wicked world as in a deluge.”
Friday • 9/22/2023 •
I realized why the ancients revered silence, why many sought the desert.
Thursday • 9/21/2023 •
We’re not just passing time according to the secular calendar or sports seasons.
Wednesday • 9/20/2023 •
The incarnation was not a “drive by” salvation. Jesus has come, and is coming, in the flesh.
Monday • 9/18/2023 •
I always had to be right.
Friday • 9/15/2023 •
Friday of the Fifteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 18)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; 1 Kings 18:20–40; Philippians 3:1–16; Matthew 3:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Every little sparrow, every little thing… God is in control.
Thursday • 9/14/2023 •
Thursday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 18)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; 1 Kings 18:1–19; Philippians 2:12–30; Matthew 2:13–23
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…to take our place in the grand undoing—the reversal of depravity, decay, death, and destruction—that Christ came to accomplish.
Wednesday • 9/ 13/2023 •
Wednesday of the Fifteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 18)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; 1 Kings 17:1–24; Philippians 2:1–11; Matthew 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Paul only cares that people are hearing about Christ.
Tuesday • 9/12/2023 •
Tuesday of the Fifteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 18)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; 1 Kings 16:23–34; Philippians 1:12–30; Mark 16:1–8
For further thoughts on Mark 16:1–8, see the DDD for 4/13/2020, Monday of Easter Week, Year 2: https://tinyurl.com/ddwhntnf
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
A powerful exemplar of this grace is the apostle Paul.
Monday • 9/11/2023 •
Monday of the Fifteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 18)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; 1 Kings 13:1–10; Philippians 1:1–11; Mark 15:40–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The LORD has made promises, and he will keep them.
Friday • 9/8/2023 •
Friday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 17)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; 1 Kings 11:26–43; James 4:13–5:6; Mark 15:22–32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Determination to obey God’s Word can keep us from going off the rails.
Thursday • 9/7/2023 •
Thursday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 17)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; 1 Kings 11:1–13; James 3:13–4:12; Mark 15:12–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Then the Queen of Sheba confessed Yahweh for herself, “Blessed be the Lord your God…”
Wednesday • 9/6/2023 •
Wednesday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 17)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; 1 Kings 9:24–10:13; James 3:1–12; Mark 15:1–11
For comments on James 3:1–12, see the DDD for 11/17/2020, Tuesday of Proper 28, Year Two https://tinyurl.com/ysn7n6rn
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Peter wants to do better—he really does.
Tuesday • 9/5/2023 •
Tuesday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 17)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; 1 Kings 8:65–9:9; James 2:14–26; Mark 14:66–72
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The King came as pauper, and in doing so raised paupers to royalty.
Monday • 9/4/2023 •
Monday of the Fourteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 17)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; 2 Chronicles 6:32–7:7; James 2:1–13; Mark 14:53–65
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In his preparations for the building of the temple, Solomon reveals Yahweh’s gift of wisdom.
Friday • 9/1/2023 •
Friday of the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 16)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; 1 Kings 5:1–6:1,7; Acts 28:1–16; Mark 14:27–42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Though we might lose everything else, we will never lose the love of God in Christ.
Thursday • 8/31/2023 •
Thursday of the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 16)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18; 1 Kings 3:16–28; Acts 27:27–44; Mark 14:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Song of Songs gives at least one of Solomon’s brides a voice.
Wednesday • 8/30/2023 •
Wednesday of the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 16)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; 1 Kings 3:1–15; Acts 27:9–26; Mark 14:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
May we rejoice in the affections of the Bridegroom who has sought out his Bride, the Church.
Tuesday • 8/29/2023 •
Tuesday of the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 16)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; 1 Kings 1:38–2:4; Acts 26:24–27:8; Mark 13:28–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
There are so many things Paul could say to this power couple!
Monday • 8/28/2023 •
Monday of the Thirteenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 16)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; 1 Kings 1:5–31; Acts 26:1–23; Mark 13:14–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
With Psalm 110, David sees the Son of promise, the Messiah King.
Friday • 8/25/2023 •
Friday of the Twelfth Week After Pentecost (Proper 15)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; 2 Samuel 19:24–43; Acts 24:24–25:12; Mark 12:35–44
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus cuts through the fog and adds a power to love God and to love our neighbor!
Thursday • 8/24/2023 •
Thursday of the Twelfth Week After Pentecost (Proper 15)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; 2 Samuel 19:1–23; Acts 24:1–23; Mark 12:28–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Today’s lament invites reflection on the love of a greater Father.
Wednesday • 8/23/2023 •
Wednesday of the Twelfth Week After Pentecost (Proper 15)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145–176; 2 Samuel 18:19–33; Acts 23:23–35; Mark 12:13–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Dying, suspended from a tree, Absalom becomes an “Easter egg” that points ahead to Christ’s sacrifice on Calvary.
Tuesday • 8/22/2023
Tuesday of the Twelfth Week After Pentecost (Proper 15)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; 2 Samuel 18:9–18; Acts 23:12–24; Mark 11:27–12:12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Like Paul, some of us need to see how limited our pre-Christ perspective has been.
Monday • 8/21/2023
Monday of the Twelfth Week After Pentecost (Proper 15)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106; 2 Samuel 17:24–18:8; Acts 22:30–23:11; Mark 11:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
But David went up the ascent of the Mount of Olives, weeping as he went.
Friday • 8/18/2023
Friday of the Eleventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 14)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; 2 Samuel 15:19–37; Acts 21:37–22:16; Mark 10:46–52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul’s detractors wrongly assume he is brazenly breaching boundaries.
Thursday • 8/17/2023
Thursday of the Eleventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 14)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105; 2 Samuel 15:1–18; Acts 21:27–36; Mark 10:32–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul’s life becomes grace in action.
Wednesday • 8/16/2023
Wednesday of the Eleventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 14)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; 2 Samuel 14:21–33; Acts 21:15–26; Mark 10:17–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Sometimes, to follow God’s will you have to go against the flow.
Tuesday • 8/15/2023
Tuesday of the Eleventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 14)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Psalm 100; 2 Samuel 14:1–20; Acts 21:1–14; Mark 10:1–16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul has made it clear that his message is about God’s free and abundant grace.
Monday • 8/14/2023
Monday of the Eleventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 14)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; 2 Samuel 13:23–39; Acts 20:17–38; Mark 9:42–50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
At the heart of Paul’s “great mystery of godliness” is the living Jesus, not an inanimate rock.
Friday • 8/11/2023
Friday of the Tenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 13)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; 2 Samuel 12:1–14; Acts 19:21–41; Mark 9:14–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Jesus whom Paul preaches is not to be trifled with.
Thursday • 8/10/2023
Thursday of the Tenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 13)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Psalm 145; 2 Samuel 11:1–27; Acts 19:11–20; Mark 9:2–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Whatever our hurts, in Jesus we have a King who is merciful, generous, and welcoming.
Wednesday • 8/9/2023
Wednesday of the Tenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 13)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; 2 Samuel 9:1–13; Acts 19:1–10; Mark 8:34–9:1
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
It is a brilliant setup to Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Christ.
Tuesday • 8/8/2023
Tuesday of the Tenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 13)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; 2 Samuel 7:18–29; Acts 18:12–28; Mark 8:22–33
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
They’ve only brought one loaf of bread.
Monday • 8/7/2023
Monday of the Tenth Week After Pentecost (Proper 13) • Year One
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; 2 Samuel 7:1–17; Acts 18:–11; Mark 8:11–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
David finally becomes king over God’s united people.
Friday • 8/4/2023
Friday of the Ninth Week After Pentecost (Proper 12)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; 2 Samuel 5:1–12; Acts 17:1–15; Mark 7:24–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The difference between holy and unholy isn’t external.
Thursday • 8/3/2023
Thursday of the Ninth Week After Pentecost (Proper 12)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; 2 Samuel 4:1–12; Acts 16:25–40; Mark 7:1–23
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
He is Lord of creation. We need not be afraid.
Wednesday • 8/2/2023
Wednesday of the Ninth Week After Pentecost (Proper 12)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; 2 Samuel 3:22–39; Acts 16:16–24; Mark 6:47–56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Europe would be forever changed by this boatload of gospel-bearers.
Tuesday • 8/1/2023
Tuesday of the Ninth Week After Pentecost (Proper 12)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; 2 Samuel 3:6–21; Acts 16:6–15; Mark 6:30–46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
I made the mistake this morning of checking the news services before beginning my devotions.
Monday • 7/31/2023
Monday of the Ninth Week After Pentecost (Proper 12)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; 2 Samuel 2:1–11; Acts 15:36–16:5; Mark 6:14–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Often, it’s the odd and the unplanned that make for great stories.
Wednesday • 7/26/2023
But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God.
Friday • 7/21/2023
Friday of the Seventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 10)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; 1 Samuel 21:1–15; Acts 13:13–25; Mark 3:7–19a
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The commandments are about making us more, not less, alive.
Thursday • 7/20/2023
Thursday of the Seventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 10)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; 1 Samuel 20:24–42; Acts 13:1–12; Mark 2:23–3:6
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Change or Die.
Wednesday • 7/19/2023
Wednesday of the Seventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 10)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; 1 Samuel 20:1–23; Acts 12:18–25; Mark 2:13-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
For David, “the smoke goes upwards” for the sake of God’s mission in the world.
Tuesday • 7/18/2023
Tuesday of the Seventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 10)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; 1 Samuel 19:1–18; Acts 12:1–17; Mark 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
And encouragement is what he bestows wherever he goes.
Monday • 7/17/2023
Monday of the Seventh Week After Pentecost (Proper 10)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; 1 Samuel 18:5–16; 27b–30; Acts 11:19–30; Mark 1:29–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
You gave your Son every resource he needed to…go about healing broken bodies and oppressed spirits.
Friday • 7/14/2023
A Friday in the Season After Pentecost (Proper 9)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; 1 Samuel 17:17–30; Acts 10:34–48; Mark 1:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…pining for a love that could satisfy the longing in the Beatles 1966 song, “Here There and Everywhere.”
Thursday • 7/13/2023
A Thursday in the Season After Pentecost (Proper 9)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18; 1 Samuel 16:14–17:11; Acts 10:17–33; Luke 24:36–53
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
David’s whole being is defined by his love for and dependence upon Yahweh.
Wednesday • 7/12/2023
A Wednesday in the Season After Pentecost (Proper 9)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; 1 Samuel 16:1–13; Acts 10:1–16; Luke 24:13–35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
A pretend or equivocal allegiance, a “meh, ok,” is no allegiance.
Tuesday • 7/11/2023
A Tuesday in the Season After Pentecost (Proper 9)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; 1 Samuel 15:24–35; Acts 9:32–43; Luke 23:56b–24:11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Sometimes it’s OK to take instructions as suggestions. Sometimes it’s not.
Monday • 7/10/2023
A Monday in the Season After Pentecost (Proper 9)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; 1 Samuel 15:1–3,7–23; Acts 9:19b–31; Luke 23:44–56a
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jake and Elwood escaped the country bar when they realized the local language was the theme from “Rawhide.”
Friday • 6/30/2023
Back then my main goal was to pick songs that did not require changing the capo on my guitar.
Tuesday • 6/27/2023
What redeems the grit and honesty of this psalm is the fact that it is, after all, a prayer.
Friday • 6/23/2023
Friday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; 1 Samuel 3:1–21; Acts 2:37–47; Luke 21:5–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus would rise and take his rightful place as Lord of heaven and earth.
Thursday • 6/22/2023
Thursday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 34; 1 Samuel 2:27–36; Acts 2:22–36; Luke 20:41–21:4
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This extraordinary display in Jerusalem…depicts and symbolizes the power of the Spirit to unite people of all languages.
Wednesday • 6/21/2023
Wednesday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; 1 Samuel 2:12–26; Acts 2:1–21; Luke 20:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Let Caesar have his coins, Jesus asserts… Each one of us bears the image of the ruler of the universe.
Tuesday • 6/20/2023
Tuesday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; 1 Samuel 1:21–2:11; Acts 1:15–26; Luke 20:19–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Still, in some…way, our earnest prayers play their own part.
Monday • 6/19/2023
Monday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 6)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; 1 Samuel 1:1–20; Acts 1:1–14; Luke 20:9–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul challenges them: “Test yourselves”
Friday • 6/16/2023
Friday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Ecclesiasticus 45:6–16; 2 Corinthians 12:11–21; Luke 19:41–48
And Saturday’s epistle: 2 Corinthians 13:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Let us now sing the praises of famous men, our ancestors in their generations.”
Thursday • 6/15/2023
Thursday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Ecclesiasticus 44:19–45:5; 2 Corinthians 12:1–10; Luke 19:28–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus wants us to play the long game.
Wednesday • 6/14/2023
Wednesday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Deuteronomy 31:30–32:14; 2 Corinthians 11:21b–33; Luke 19:11–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Zaccheus exemplifies, simplicity of vision and purity of passion.
Tuesday • 6/13/2023
Tuesday of the Third Week After Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Deuteronomy 10:11–20; 2 Corinthians 11:1–21a; Luke 19:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Who loves us the way Christ loves us?
Monday • 6/12/2023
Monday of the Second Week After Pentecost (Proper 5)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Deuteronomy 30:1–10; 2 Corinthians 10:1–18; Luke 18:31–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Be merciful to me, the sinner”
Friday • 6/9/2023
Friday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Deuteronomy 26:1–11; 2 Corinthians 8:16–24; Luke 18:9–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“God looks more for our desire to give than for the gift itself.”
Thursday • 6/8/2023
Thursday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Deuteronomy 16:18–20; 17:14–20; 2 Corinthians 8:1–16; Luke 18:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Matters of Morality Matter.
Wednesday • 6/7/2023
Wednesday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Deuteronomy 13:1–11; 2 Corinthians 7:2-16; Luke 17:20–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Vincent Van Gogh presented one of the most radiant visions of Christ’s upside-down Kingdom.
Tuesday • 6/6/2023
Tuesday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Deuteronomy 12:1–12; 2 Corinthians 6:3–13(14–7:1); Luke 17:11–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…the thrill at the arrival of a long-anticipated special moment.
Monday • 6/5/2023
Monday of the First Week After Pentecost (Proper 4)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Deuteronomy 11:13–19; 2 Corinthians 5:11–6:2; Luke 17:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“…as we received mercy, we do not lose heart…”
Friday • 6/2/2023 •
Friday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 3)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Deuteronomy 5:1–22; 2 Corinthians 4:1–12; Luke 16:10–17(18)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul’s appeal is the power of life-on-life ministry.
Thursday • 6/1/2023 •
Thursday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 3)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Deuteronomy 4:32–40; 2 Corinthians 3:1–18; Luke 16:1–9
Comments on Luke 16:1–9 from DDD 11/13/2020: https://tinyurl.com/3aky47vn
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Biblical leadership is exercised through tears.
Wednesday • 5/31/2023 •
Wednesday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 3)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Deuteronomy 4:25–31; 2 Corinthians 1:23–2:17; Luke 15:1–2,11–32
Comments on Luke 15:1–2,11–32 from DDD 11/12/2020: https://tinyurl.com/ua8jw847
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
…the restoration of humans as bearers of God’s image.
Tuesday • 5/30/2023 •
Tuesday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 3)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Deuteronomy 4:15–24; 2 Corinthians 1:12–22; Luke 15:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The overarching theme of the season of “After Pentecost” is the mission of the church in the world.
Monday • 5/29/2023 •
Monday of the Week of Pentecost (Proper 3)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Deuteronomy 4:9–14; 2 Corinthians 2:1–11; Luke 14:25–35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This is what happens to people who were dead… they are “made alive.”
Friday • 5/26/2023 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Ezekiel 34:17–31; Hebrews 8:1–13; Luke 10:38–42
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“The Parable of the Good Samaritan calls upon us to be strong, bold, and extroverted in our love. ”
Thursday • 5/25/2023 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105; Ezekiel 18:1–4,19–32; Hebrews 7:18–28; Luke 10:25–37
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“They are not separated from God’s watchful and loving presence. ”
Wednesday • 5/24/2023 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Ezekiel 11:14–25; Hebrews 7:1–17; Luke 10:17–24
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
““The rod has blossomed, pride has budded.”
Tuesday • 5/23/2023 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Ezekiel 7:10–15,23b–27; Hebrews 6:13–20; Luke 10:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Ezekiel himself becomes a gift and sacrifice for sins.”
Monday • 5/22/2023 •
Week of 7 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1–18; Ezekiel 4:1–17; Hebrews 6:1–12; Luke 9:51–62
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Like Ezekiel, may we find the holy scriptures to be ’sweet as honey.’”
Friday • 5/19/2023 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 85; Psalm 86; Ezekiel 1:28–3:3; Hebrews 4:14–5:6; Luke 9:28–36
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“a powerful symbol for every generation of believers who know they are strangers and aliens”
Thursday • 5/18/2023 •
Day of Ascension
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 8; Psalm 47; Ezekiel 1:1–28; Hebrews 2:5–18; Matthew 28:16–20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“Oil is a sign of messianic power—it recalls the descent of the dove to anoint Jesus”
Wednesday • 5/17/2023 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Baruch 3:24–37; James 5:13–18; Luke 12:22–31
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“…when all that you have is multiplied, then do not exalt yourself, forgetting the Lord your God.”
Tuesday • 5/16/2023 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Deuteronomy 8:11–20; James 1:16–27; Luke 11:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Tough times call for an inventory of what God provides in our lives.
Monday • 5/15/2023 •
Week of 6 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Deuteronomy 8:1–10; James 1:1–15; Luke 9:18–27
Comments on James 1:1–15 from DDD 11/12/2020: https://tinyurl.com/p7ez9f76
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Daniel receives a final glimpse into the effects of the future Messiah’s ministry.
Friday • 5/12/2023 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1–18; Daniel 12:1–13; Romans 14:13–23; Luke 8:40–56
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Daniel has learned that in the end, the Lord’s Anointed wins; and in him, so do his people.
Thursday • 5/11/2023 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Daniel 11:36–45; Romans 14:1–12; Luke 8:26–39
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
All this is described beforehand so… the Church will not lose heart, but will persevere with courage, hope, and faithfulness.
Wednesday • 5/10/2023 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Daniel 11:1–35; Romans 13:1–14; Luke 8:16–25
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Above our earthly strife and cares, a heavenly war is being waged.
Tuesday • 5/9/2023 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Daniel 10:1–21; Romans 12:1–21; Luke 8:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Gabriel’s good news: Messiah will bring God’s great Jubilee
Monday • 5/8/2023 •
Week of 5 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Daniel 9:20–27; Colossians 3:18–4:18; Luke 7:36–50
Comments on Luke 7:36–50 from DDD 10/8/2020: https://tinyurl.com/3ur9bzx9
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It is an inspired and inspiring pattern for prayer: from worship, to confession, to an acknowledgement of God’s justice, to a plea for his mercy.
Friday • 5/5/2023 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Daniel 9:1–19; Colossians 3:1–11; Luke 7:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
To live in hope that is genuine, we need nothing more than what we already have in Christ.
Thursday • 5/4/2023 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Daniel 8:1–27; Colossians 2:8–23; Luke 6:39–49
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…we would receive exactly the Redeemer we so desperately need.
Wednesday • 5/3/2023 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Daniel 7:15–28; Colossians 1:24–2:7; Luke 6:27–38
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
He will finally overthrow the beasts, and grant “possession of the kingdom” to his people.
Tuesday • 5/2/2023 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Daniel 7:1–14; Colossians 1:15–23; Luke 6:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…being under the dual obligation of duty to God and to neighbor (even to an enemy-neighbor).
Monday • 5/1/2023 •
Week of 4 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Daniel 6:16–28; Colossians 1:1–14; Luke 6:1–11
Comments on Colossians 1:1–14 from DDD 4/28/2020: https://tinyurl.com/babe2yte
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
To move beyond the Bible’s and the ancient church’s Christology is to step into a void.
Friday • 4/28/2023 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1–22; Daniel 6:1–15; 2 John; Luke 5:12–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“And this is the boldness we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”
Thursday • 4/27/2023 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Daniel 5:13–30; 1 John 5:13–21; Luke 5:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
He sent the Holy Spirit, his own first gift to those who believe.
Wednesday • 4/26/2023 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Daniel 5:1–12; 1 John 5:1–12; Luke 4:38–44
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
When he is restored, Nebuchadnezzar says, “I praise and extol and honor the King of heaven, for all his works are truth…”
Tuesday • 4/25/2023 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Daniel 4:28–37; 1 John 4:7–21; Luke 4:31–37
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
But in the end, John keeps it simple for us.
Monday • 4/24/2023 •
Week of 3 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Daniel 4:19–27; 1 John 3:19–4:6; Luke 4:14–30
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The baptism becomes a sign…and a model of how to find our portion in life in the love of the Father who calls us his children..
Friday • 4/21/2023 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Daniel 3:1–18; 1 John 3:1–10; Luke 3:15–22
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The statue in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream is top-heavy.
Thursday • 4/20/2023 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Daniel 2:31–49; 1 John 2:18–29; Luke 3:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Daniel tells the king, “There is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries…”
Wednesday • 4/19/2023 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Daniel 2:17–30; 1 John 2:12–17; John 17:20–26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
The new standard is Jesus’s own love: “the way I have loved you”
Tuesday • 4/18/2023 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Daniel 2:1–16; 1 John 2:1–11; John 17:12–19
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The faith is just so much empty gas without the genuineness of the Incarnation.
Monday • 4/17/2023 •
Week of 2 Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Daniel 1:1–21; 1 John 1:1–10; John 17:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Holy Spirit affirms that we really are God’s own dear children.
Friday • 4/14/2023 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 136; Daniel 12:1–4,13; Acts 4:1–13; John 16:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
To be his friend is to make other people important to you.
Thursday • 4/13/2023 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 146; Psalm 147; Ezekiel 37:1–14; Acts 3:11–26; John 15:12–27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We receive our life from the vine.
Wednesday • 4/12/2023 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Micah 7:7–15; Acts 3:1–10; John 15:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
A divine, shared, mutually deferential life of love.
Tuesday • 4/11/2023 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Isaiah 30:18–21; Acts 2:36–41(42–47); John 14:15–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
He would return as conquering King
Monday • 4/10/2023 •
Easter Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 93; Psalm 98; Jonah 2:1–9; Acts 2:22–32; John 14:1–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Genesis 22 prepares us for the mystery of Good Friday.
Friday • 4/7/2023
Good Friday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Genesis 22:1–14; 1 Peter 2:10–20; John 13:36–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The foot washing becomes a parable of the whole project of incarnation.
Thursday • 4/6/2023 •
Maundy Thursday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Jeremiah 20:7–11; 1 Corinthians 10:14–17; 11:27–32; John 17:1–11(12–26)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In spite of the betrayal, he is confident: “But I will trust in you.”
Wednesday • 4/5/2023 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 55; Jeremiah 17:5–10,14–17; Philippians 4:1–13; John 12:27–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Once lost and alone, we have a destination and companions on the journey.
Tuesday • 4/4/2023 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 6; Psalm 12; Jeremiah 15:10–21; Philippians 3:15–21; John 12:20–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No wonder Jeremiah is called “the weeping prophet”.
Monday • 4/3/2023 •
Holy Week
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 51:1–18(19–20); Jeremiah 12:1–16; Philippians 3:1-14; John 12:9–19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Here is one of the most poignant, tender, and loving scenes in all Scripture.
Friday • 3/31/2023 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 22; Jeremiah 29:1,4–13; Romans 11:13–24; John 12:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Biblical faith is a faith in redemption.
Thursday • 3/30/2023 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Jeremiah 26:1–16; Romans 11:1–12; John 10:19–42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Fierce though he may be in judgment against the false shepherds and the wolves, fiercer still is he in his love for his sheep.
Wednesday • 3/29/2023 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145–176; Jeremiah 25:30–38; Romans 10:14–21; John 10:1–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
He is granted spiritual sight as well as physical sight.
Tuesdayˀ• 3/28/2023 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Jeremiah 25:8–17; Romans 10:1–13; John 9:18–41
More extended thoughts on today’s Romans reading in this post from last summer: on Romans 10:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus, the Light of the World, is turning back the darkness…
Monday • 3/27/2023 •
Week of 5 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Jeremiah 24:1–10; Romans 9:19–33; John 9:1–17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God will provide in the line of David a “righteous Branch”
Friday • 3/24/2023 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 95; Psalm 102; Jeremiah 23:1–8; Romans 8:28–39; John 6:52–59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God’s Word captured Josiah’s heart.
Thursday • 3/23/2023 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69:1–23(24–30)31–38; Jeremiah 22:13-23; Romans 8:12–27; John 6:41–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Those strong hands that are determined not to give up on us, not to set us aside.
Wednesday • 3/22/2023 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109:1–4(5–19)20–30; Jeremiah 18:1–11; Romans 8:1–11; John 6:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“I do the very thing I hate”… The trick is to stay in the fight.
Tuesday • 3/21/2023 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Jeremiah 17:19–27; Romans 7:13–25; John 6:15–27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The law is holy, and the commandment is holy and just and good.
Monday • 3/20/2023 •
Week of 4 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1–18; Jeremiah 16:10–21; Romans 7:1–12; John 6:1–15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
A break with sin
Friday • 3/17/2023 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Jeremiah 11:1–8,14–20; Romans 6:1–11; John 8:33–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
In Adam, paradise is lost. In Christ, paradise is regained.
Thursday • 3/16/2023 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: (Psalm 83); Psalm 42; Psalm 43; Jeremiah 10:11–24; Romans 5:12–21; John 8:21–32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jeremiah’s tears and Paul’s dancing joy—both are true to the emotional life of followers of Christ
Wednesday • 3/15/2023 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Jeremiah 8:18–9:6; Romans 5:1–11; John 8:12–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…it is through Jesus’s followers that living waters will flow to others.
Tuesday • 3/14/2023 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1–39; Jeremiah 7:21–34; Romans 4:13–25; John 7:37–52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Abraham is thus able to be “father to all who believe”…
Monday • 3/13/2023 •
Week of 3 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Jeremiah 7:1–15; Romans 4:1–12; John 7:14–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It all culminated in Christ himself becoming the mercy seat…
Friday • 3/10/2023 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69:1–23(24-30)31–38); Jeremiah 5:1–9; Romans 2:25–3:18 (and Saturday’s Romans 3:19–31); John 5:30–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
John’s Gospel is associated with the “eagle,” because of its soaring and majestic perspective on Jesus’s identity.
Thursday • 3/9/2023 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Jeremiah 4:9–10,19–28; Romans 2:12–24; John 5:19–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God’s kindness is personal.
Wednesday • 3/8/2023 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Jeremiah 3:6–18; Romans 1:28–2:11; John 5:1-18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
We’ve declared, in effect, that we want God to leave us alone!
Tuesday • 3/7/2023 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Jeremiah 2:1–13; Romans 1:16–25; John 4:43–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
My food is to do the work of him who sent me.
Monday • 3/6/2023 •
Week of 2 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Jeremiah 1:11–19; Romans 1:1–15; John 4:27–42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
It is in the Psalms, after all, that we also find “prayers and supplications... loud cries and tears.”
Friday • 3/3/2023 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 95; Psalm 40; Deuteronomy 10:12–22; Hebrews 4:11–16 (and Saturday’s Hebrews 5:1–10); John 3:22–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Lent is a season to find our life in Jesus, where restfulness resides.
Thursday • 3/2/2023 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Deuteronomy 9:23—10:5; Hebrews 4:1–10; John 3:16–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Moses prefigures a greater mediator.
Wednesday • 3/1/2023 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Deuteronomy 9:13–21; Hebrews 3:12–19; John 2:23–3:15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Jesus begins the construction project of God’s new and final temple.
Tuesday • 2/28/2023 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Deuteronomy 9:4–12; Hebrews 3:1–11; John 2:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
That simple table in Galilee becomes, for the redeemed Christian imagination, a symbol of the future Wedding Feast of the Lamb.
Monday • 2/27/2023 •
Week of 1 Lent
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Deuteronomy 8:11–20; Hebrews 2:11–18; John 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God came, in person, down to us. He washes away the defilement and deadness of our being with the life-giving waters of baptism…
Friday • 2/24/2023 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Deuteronomy 7:12–16; Titus 2:1–15 (and Saturday’s Titus 3:1–15); John 1:43–51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Here, in Jesus, is what it is to be loved and to love. Here, in Jesus, is what it is to live.
Thursday • 2/23/2023 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Deuteronomy 7:6–11; Titus 1:1–16; John 1:29–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Lent is a time to take stock.
Wednesday • 2/22/2023
Ash Wednesday
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 32; Jonah 3:1–4:11; Hebrews 12:1–14; Luke 18:9–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 9
John the Baptist’s mission was to point to a greater Epiphany with a greater salvation, a better exodus.
Tuesday • 2/21/2023 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Deuteronomy 6:16–25; Hebrews 2:1–10; John 1:19–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The epistle to the Hebrews is an extraordinary docent for our Lenten journey
Monday • 2/20/2023 •
Week of Last Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Deuteronomy 6:10–15; Hebrews 1:1–14; John:1–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Not only me, but all my stuff, everything that’s in my wallet — it’s all his.
Tuesday • 2/14/2023 •
Few eyes were dry, and few people could have missed how Jesus had come to meet them.
Monday • 2/13/2023 •
The Scriptures are…the very breath of God.
Friday • 2/10/2023 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Isaiah 61:1–9; 2 Timothy 3:1–17; Mark 10:32–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus’s loving desire was that the man realize the blessings in his life did not come from his riches, but from the gracious giver of all good gifts.
Thursday • 2/9/2023 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Psalm 146; Psalm 147; Isaiah 60:1–17; 2 Timothy 2:14–26; Mark 10:17–31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
As Jesus bid the children come to him, he likewise encourages us to come, too.
Wednesday • 2/8/2023 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97–120; Isaiah 59:15b–21; 2 Timothy 1:15–2:13; Mark 10:1–16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Paul calls upon Timothy to do his forebears proud.
Tuesday • 2/7/2023 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1–39; Isaiah 59:1–15a; 2 Timothy 1:1–14; Mark 9:42–50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Paul closes his letter to the Galatians with a flourish.
Monday • 2/6/2023 •
Week of 5 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Isaiah 58:1–12; Galatians 6:11–18; Mark 9:30–41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Spirit will empower a life that the law can’t.
Friday • 2/3/2023 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Isaiah 61:1–9; 2 Timothy 3:1–17; Mark 10:32–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Come! Buy! It’s free!
Thursday • 2/2/2023 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Isaiah 55:1–13; Galatians 5:1–15; Mark 8:27–9:1
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The blind man…needs a second touch…to see everything clearly.
Wednesday • 2/1/2023 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Isaiah 54:1–10(11–17); Galatians 4:21–31; Mark 8:11–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
With the feeding of the 4,000, he expands the metaphor to being bread for the world.
Tuesday • 1/31/2023 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Isaiah 52:1–12; Galatians 4:12–20; Mark 8:1–10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Eden is being restored.
Monday • 1/30/2023 •
Week of 4 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Isaiah 51:17–23; Galatians 4:1–11; Mark 7:24–37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus’s disciples can’t understand that Jesus is Lord of Creation until they understand that he is Lord of Redemption.
Friday • 1/27/2023 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Isaiah 50:1–11; Galatians 3:15–22; Mark 6:47–56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No one who has entrusted themselves to his care is beyond his concern.
Thursday • 1/26/2023 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Isaiah 49:13–23; Galatians 3:1–14; Mark 6:30–46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Peter has seen for himself Israel’s Messiah beginning to bring salvation to the nations.
Wednesday, • 1/25/2023 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Isaiah 49:1–12; Galatians 2:11–21; Mark 6:13–29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…when people think they know Jesus too well, they are liable to get him wrong.
Tuesday • 1/24/2023 •
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Isaiah 48:12–21; Galatians 1:18–2:10; Mark 6:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
“Do not fear,” he says, “only believe.”
Monday • 1/23/2023
Week of 3 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Isaiah 48:1–11; Galatians 1:1–17; Mark 5:21–43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…we can trust the Lord Jesus, Master of “wind and sea”…
Friday • 1/20/2023 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Isaiah 45:18–25; Ephesians 6:1–9; Mark 4:35–41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…like a mustard seed…good worship and right relationships seem like small things
Thursday • 1/19/2023 • Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37; Isaiah 45:5–17; Ephesians 5:15–33; Mark 4:21–34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Bible is a book of hope.
Wednesday • 1/18/2023 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Isaiah 44:24–45:7; Ephesians 5:1–14; Mark 4:1–20
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
“You become like what you worship…”
Tuesday • 1/17/2023 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Isaiah 44:9–20; Ephesians 4:17–32; Mark 3:19b–35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
My parents…just might have forgotten about me and gone home.
Monday • 1/16/2023 •
Week of 2 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Isaiah 44:6–8,21–23; Ephesians 4:1–16; Mark 3:7–19a
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We can be confident of this: whatever our circumstances might be…he fights for us.
Friday • 1/13/2023 •
Week of 1 Epiphany
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Isaiah 42:(1–9)10–17; Ephesians 3:1–13; Mark 2:13–22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The…“one like a son of man” has come to the earth to bring back the health and the soundness of being that were lost in the Garden.
Thursday • 1/14/2021 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Isaiah 41:17–29; Ephesians 2:11–22; Mark 2:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The fulfillment of biblical prophecy often takes surprising form
Wednesday • 1/13/2020 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Isaiah 41:1–16; Ephesians 2:1–10; Mark 1:29–45
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
C. S. Lewis would cast his Christ-figure as a lion
Tuesday • 1/10/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Isaiah 40:25–31; Ephesians 1:15–23; Mark 1:14–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Our lives and destinies are in his benevolent hands.
Monday • 1/9/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Isaiah 40:12–23; Ephesians 1:1–14; Mark 1:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The magi represent “the nations” being drawn…to…the world’s— King of kings and Lord of lords. Praise be!
Friday • 1/6/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 46; Psalm 97; Isaiah 52:7–10; Revelation 21:22–27; Matthew 12:14–21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
And so I pray that this next year, God grants all of us the strength and courage to love as we have been loved
Thursday • 1/5/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 2; Psalm 110; Joshua 1:1–9; Hebrews 11:32–12:2; John 15:1–16
(See my comments about “abiding” in Christ in John 15:1–11, from April 22, 2020.)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Moses first encounters the great “I AM”…in the burning bush on Mount Sinai. His feet are on holy ground, and so he must remove his sandals
Wednesday • 1/4/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 85; Psalm 87; Exodus 3:1–12; Hebrews 11:23–31; John 14:6–14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
God himself will personally enter the fray against evil and for the good…
Tuesday • 1/3/2023 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 117; Psalm 118; Isaiah 59:15–21; Revelation 2:8–17; John 4:46–54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
May God grant us the grace to love him first, foremost, and always — all else will follow.
Monday • 1/2/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Psalm 114; Isaiah 52:3–6; Revelation 2:1–7; John 2:1–11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
In celebrating the Holy Name of Jesus, we also celebrate his naming us anew
Friday • 12/30/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 103; Psalm 148; Genesis 17:1–12a,15–16; Colossians 2:6–12; John 16:23b–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
On this mountain the Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food
Thursday, 12/29/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 20; Psalm 21; Isaiah 25:1–9; Revelation 1:9–20; John 7:53–8:11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Today’s readings protect Christmas from being reduced to tinsel and decorations.
Wednesday • 12/28/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 124; Jeremiah 31:15–17; Revelation 21:1–7; Matthew 2:13–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
John begins: “In the beginning was the Word”…and…we are put on notice that we are in a rarified atmosphere.
Tuesday • 12/27/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 92; Exodus 33:18–23; 1 John 1:1–9; John 21:19b–24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Stephen teaches us that above it all, always, is Jesus
Monday • 12/26/2022 •
Feast of St. Stephen • Year One •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 28; Psalm 30; 2 Chronicles 24:17–22; Acts 6–7
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
A deep and rich and mysterious mercy begins its approach to us at Christmas.
Friday • 12/23/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 2; Psalm 85; Zechariah 2:10–13; 1 John 4:7–16; John 3:31–36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The New Testament’s story begins and ends with words of invitation.
Thursday • 12/22/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Psalm 46; Isaiah 35:1–10; Revelation 22:12–17(18–20)21; Luke 1:67–80
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Oh, Mary, did you have any idea what you were saying “Yes!” to?
Wednesday • 12/23/2020 • 12/21/2022 • y1adv4w
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Isaiah 28:9–29; Revelation 21:9–21; Luke 1:26–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
In Christian art, the Gospel of Luke…is represented by the “bull”…because Luke begins his narrative in the temple, the place of sacrifice.
Tuesday • 12/20/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 66; Isaiah 11:1o–16; Revelation 20:11–21:8; Luke 1:5–25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
His good news turns enemies into friends… “The wolf shall live with the lamb…”
Monday • 12/19/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Isaiah 11:1–9; Revelation 20:1–10; John 5:30–47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus urges a faith that boldly takes hold of God’s kingdom promises
Friday • 12/16/2020 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Isaiah 10:5–19 (and 10:20–27, from Saturday’s readings); 2 Peter 2:17–22 (and Jude 17–25, from Saturday’s readings); Matthew 11:2–15.
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Alas, we give ourselves a “God-amnesia.”
Thursday • 12/15/2020 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Isaiah 9:18–10:4; 2 Peter 2:10b–16; Matthew 3:1–12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Stay true, says Peter, to the biblical story line
Wednesday • 12/14/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Isaiah 9:8–17; 2 Peter 2:1–10a; Mark 1:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
…and we have the same advocate that Peter had
Tuesday • 12/13/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Isaiah 9:1–7; 1 Peter 1:12–21; Luke 22:54–69
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The Christ who once walked in “Galilee of the nations” now lives within us
Monday • 12/12/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Isaiah 8:16–9:1; 2 Peter 1:1–11; Luke 22:39–53
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…this is our privilege too: to find in the least significant of things signs of the greatness and wonder of God.
Friday • 12/9/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Isaiah 7:10–25; 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5; Luke 22:14–30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Resting in the sure and certain hope of the victory of Christ, be blessed this day!
Thursday • 12/8/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1–18; Isaiah 7:1–9; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12; Luke 22:1–13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
All that is left is the sinner’s need for mercy, and Mercy’s readiness to give it
Wednesday • 12/7/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Isaiah 6:1–13; 2 Thessalonians 1:1–12; John 7:53–8:11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
The Word of God centers us in the one true story (“What was lost, is now found”)…
Tuesday • 12/6/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Isaiah 5:13–17,24–25; 1 Thessalonians 5:12–28; Luke 21:29–38
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Over all the vicissitudes of our lives, over all the madness of earth’s history—over it all—Jesus reigns
Monday • 12/5/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Isaiah 5:8–12,18–23; 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11; Luke 21:20–28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
…our job…during Advent, especially…is “becoming more of what we already are..
Friday • 12/2/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Isaiah 3:8–15; 1 Thessalonians 4:1–12; Luke 20:41–21:4
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
If that’s all there is my friends, then let’s keep dancing
Thursday • 12/1/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Isaiah 2:12–22; 1 Thessalonians 3:1–13; Luke 20:27–40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Jesus does carry forth Isaiah’s vision of an era of peace—but on God’s terms, not ours
Wednesday • 11/30/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Isaiah 2:1–11; 1 Thessalonians 2:13–20; Luke 20:19–26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
God draws near that he may dwell with us and beautify us—and through us, the world he will one day make new.
Tuesday • 12/29/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Isaiah 1:21–31; 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12; Luke 20:9–18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Over the course of this next year, may we find true delight in God’s Word, planting ourselves beside its “streams of water”
Monday • 11/28/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Isaiah 1:10–20; 1 Thessalonians 1:1–10; Luke 20:1–8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
No matter what turbulence or uncertainty we may be facing right now, Jesus is King!
Friday • 11/25/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Zechariah 14:1-11; Romans 15:7-13; Luke 19:28-40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus exercises his headship.. for the sake of and in the interest of the church..
Thursday • 11/24/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Zechariah 13:1-9; Ephesians 1:15-23; Luke 19:11-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“in Christ”…we have been lovingly chosen…
Wednesday • 11/23/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Zechariah 12:1-10; Ephesians 1:3-14; Luke 19:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
There’s no sphere of life that is unworthy of the believer’s interest and engagement
Tuesday • 11/22/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Zechariah 11:4-17; 1 Corinthians 3:10-23; Luke 18:31-43
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Zechariah’s visions are a profound preparation for the hope of Advent, and for the promise they bear of the kingdom of our God and of his Christ.
Monday • 11/21/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Zechariah 10:1-12; Galatians 6:1-10; Luke 18:15-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
It is a good time for redemptive self-inventory, so that Christ may be born anew in our hearts
Friday • 11/18/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Malachi 3:1-12; James 5:7-12; Luke 18:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Have we not all one father? Has not one God created us?
Thursday • 11/17/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Malachi 2:1-16; James 4:13–5:6; Luke 17:20-37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
…we need hearts to be persuaded to live more justly.
Wednesday • 11/16/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Malachi 1:1,6-14; James 3:13–4:12; Luke 17:11-19
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
We can see others through the lens of God’s good intentions for them
Tuesday • 11/15/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Habakkuk 3:1-18; James 3:1-12; Luke 17:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
…a person holding fast to faith in the God of deliverance…makes the most elegant, eloquent, and compelling statement of faith possible.
Monday • 11/14/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; Habakkuk 2:1-4,9-20; James 2:14-26; Luke 16:19-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
According to James, we are part of the vanguard... of a new humanity.
Friday • 11/11/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Joel 2:28–3:8; James 1:16-27; Luke 16:1-9
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Envy always thinks that sharing means losing.
Thursday • 11/10/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Joel 2:21-27; James 1:1-15; Luke 15:1-2,11-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
But thou art the same Lord whose property is always to have mercy.
Wednesday • 11/09/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97-120; Joel 2:12-19; Revelation 19:11-21; Luke 15:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
“…it is said with good reason that the lives of believers, framed to holiness and righteousness, are pleasing to him.“
Tuesday • 11/8/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78; Joel 1:15–2:11; Revelation 19:1-10; Luke 14:25-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Eventually, all will be set to rights.
Monday • 11/7/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Joel 1:1-13; Revelation 18:15-24; Luke 14:12-24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
This “best song” teaches us to guard all relationships—and especially those of intimacy—to cherish them, to preserve them, and to be wholeheartedly and unreservedly given to them.
Friday • 11/4/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Song of Songs 8:8-14; Revelation 17:1-18; Luke 13:31-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
There is, therefore, a place where love proved strong as Death: the Cross and Empty Tomb of Jesus Christ.
Thursday • 11/3/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Song of Songs 8:6-7; Revelation 16:12-21; Luke 13:18-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
In seeking and serving Christ in all persons—we find that we “bear fruit for God.”
Wednesday • 11/2/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Song of Songs 8:1-5; Revelation 16:1-11; Luke 13:10-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The Song of Songs meets us in whatever state of need for love our life finds us.
Wednesday • 10/28/2020 • 10/26/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Song of Songs 4:9–5:1; Revelation 12:1-6; Luke 11:37-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
May you and I … surrender to him all of our love, all of our desire, and all of our commitment.
Monday • 10/31/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Song of Songs 6:1-13; Revelation 14:1-13; Luke 12:49-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
He’s the Chief among ten thousand,
And the fairest of the fair;
I shall see Him in His beauty,
And His image I shall bear.
Friday • 10/30/2020 • 10/28/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Song of Songs 5:9-16; Revelation 13:1-10 (and Saturday’s Revelation 13:11-18); Luke 12:13-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Here, Michael the archangel fights the dragon who has been threatening the queen of heaven and her royal son.
Thursday • 10/27/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Song of Songs 5:2-8; Revelation 12:7-17; Luke 11:53–12:12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Our singer and lover finds in his bride a rediscovered Eden.
Wednesday • 10/26/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Song of Songs 4:9–5:1; Revelation 12:1-6; Luke 11:37-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The Groom is the Eternal Messiah.
Tuesday • 10/25/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Psalm 98; Song of Songs 4:1-8; Revelation 11:14-19; Luke 11:27-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It’s important to keep in mind that Revelation’s story line is leading up to a wedding day.
Monday • 10/26/2020 • 10/24/2022 • Proper 25
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Song of Songs 3:6-11; Revelation 11:1-14; Luke 11:14-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The Song of Songs meets us in whatever state of need for love our life finds us.
Friday • 10/21/2022 • Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Song of Songs 3:1-5; Revelation 9:1-13 (and Saturday’s Revelation 10:1-11); Luke 10:38-42 (and Saturday’s Luke 11:1-11)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Biblical faith stubbornly inhabits an enchanted universe.
Thursday • 10/20/2022 • Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Song of Songs 2:8-17; Revelation 9:1-12; Luke 10:25-37
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
There is perhaps no better juxtaposition of love’s “already” and love’s “not yet” than in the pairing of today’s Gospel reading with today’s reading from Revelation.
Wednesday • 10/19/2022 • Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Song of Songs 2:1-7; Revelation 8:1-13; Luke 10:17-24
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
There’s something about the Lord’s love for his people that is beyond rational calculation and covenantal obligation.
Tuesday • 10/18/2022 • Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Song of Songs 1:9-17; Revelation 7:9-17; Luke 10:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Let him kiss me with the kisses of his mouth! For your love is better than wine — Song of Songs 1:2
Monday • 10/17/2022 • Proper 24
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Song of Songs 1:1-7; Revelation 7:1-8; Luke 9:51-62
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Song of Songs teaches us to sing, amid everything that is wrong in the world: “I’m my Beloved’s and he is mine. His banner over me is love” (Song of Songs 2:4).
Friday • 10/14/2022
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Song of Songs (overview); Acts 28:1-16; Luke 9:28-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
May Jonah, through his hard-earned lessons, teach us that God is both absolutely trustworthy and consummately beautiful.
Thursday • 10/13/2022
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Jonah 3:1-10; 4:1-11; Acts 27:27-44; Luke 9:18-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The fish whose belly should have been the end of Jonah becomes instead the end of an old Jonah and the beginning of a new Jonah
Wednesday • 10/12/2022
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1-24; Jonah 1:17-2:10; Acts 27:9-26; Luke 9:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Two servants of the Word of God make westward sea journeys: Jonah towards Tarshish (believed to be near modern day Spain), and Paul towards Rome
Tuesday • 10/11/2022
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Jonah 1;1-17; Acts 26:24-27:8; Luke 8:40-56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
God will one day expand their borders and cause his people to live “in the midst of a garden land.”
Monday • 10/10/2022
Proper 23
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Micah 7:1-7(8-20); Acts 26:1-23; Luke 8:26-39
Adding Sunday’s OT Scripture: Micah 6:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The parable of the sower is about choosing wisely.
Friday • 10/7/2022
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Micah 3:9–4:5; Acts 24:24–25:12; Luke 8:1-15
Adding Saturday’s OT Scripture: Micah 5:1-4,10-15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The woman is unnamed, and so is the nature of her sin, that makes it easier, I think, for each of us to put ourselves in her place
Thursday • 10/6/2022
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Micah 3:1-8; Acts 24:1-23; Luke 7:36-50
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The sobriety of John’s ministry is that his job was to issue a call to repentance, a call for preparation, a call for getting one’s house in order.
Wednesday • 10/5/2022 • y2p22w
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Micah 2:1-13; Acts 23:23-35; Luke 7:18-35
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
We see in Jesus not just empathy in our sorrows, but power to transform them: he can defeat death itself.
Tuesday • 10/4/2022 • y2p22tu
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Micah 1:1-9; Acts 23:12-24; Luke 7:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Hosea offers one last simile for Yahweh and his people: “I am like an evergreen cypress; from me comes your fruit” (Hosea 14:8 RSV).
Monday • 10/3/2022
Proper 22
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Hosea 14:1-9; Acts 22:30–23:11; Luke 6:39-49
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
To all appearances, the “good life” consists in having money to burn, an ample palate, boundless fun … with everybody thinking you’re amazing. Jesus says otherwise.
Friday • 9/30/2022 • y2p21f
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Hosea 10:1-15; Acts 21:37–22:16; Luke 6:12-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Healing on the sabbath embodies the principle that the sabbath is a gift for restoration and healing.
Thursday • 9/29/2022 • y2p21th
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Hosea 5:8–6:6; Acts 21:27-36; Luke 6:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul will later write that Christ is Groom to the Church as the Church is Bride to Christ.
Wednesday • 9/28/2022 • y2p21w
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109:1-4(5-19)20-30; Hosea 4:11-19; Acts 21:15-26; Luke 5:27-39
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
In the Christian calendar, we are in the orb of the Feast of Saint Michael and All Angels. It is a time to praise God for the heavenly powers he uses to defend and protect his people.
Tuesday • 9/27/2022 • y2p21tu
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Hosea 4:1-10; Acts 21:1-14; Luke 5:12-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Tuesday • 9/27/2022 • y2p21tu
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Hosea 4:1-10; Acts 21:1-14; Luke 5:12-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
You never know when he’s going to say, “Let down your nets for a catch.”
Monday • 9/26/2022• y2p21m
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Hosea 2:14-23; Acts 20:18-38; Luke 5:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul means that love flows from a faith that doesn’t carry an array of masks that it can change to fit the character it is playing.
Friday • 9/23/2022 • pastorals_10
Today’s is the tenth of ten devotionals that treat Paul’s last three letters — those to his ministry proteges, Timothy and Titus. Last week, in the first three devotionals on the so-called Pastoral Epistles, 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, we saw how God overcomes our lack of faith, hope, and love. Following those three meditations are four devotionals in which we show how God implants in us basic ingredients of human flourishing, what are often called the classical “cardinal virtues”: godliness and temperance (which we treated last Thursday and Friday), and justice and courage (which we treated Monday and Tuesday of this week). Finally, in these last three devotionals of this special series on the Pastorals, we see how Paul inspires us to faith, hope, and love.
You find yourself contending against a spirit of Lone Ranger spiritualism.
Thursday • 9/22/2022 • pastorals_09
Today’s is the ninth of ten devotionals that treat Paul’s last three letters — those to his ministry proteges, Timothy and Titus. Last week, in the first three devotionals on the so-called Pastoral Epistles, 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, we saw how God overcomes our lack of faith, hope, and love. Following those three meditations are four devotionals in which we show how God implants in us basic ingredients of human flourishing, what are often called the classical “cardinal virtues”: godliness and temperance (which we treated last Thursday and Friday), and justice and courage (which we treated Monday and Tuesday of this week). Finally, in these last three devotionals of this special series on the Pastorals, we see how Paul inspires us to faith, hope, and love.
In the Pastoral Letters, faith enables you to reach for the stars.
Wednesday • 9/21/2022 • pastorals_08
Today’s is the eighth of ten devotionals that treat Paul’s last three letters — those to his ministry proteges, Timothy and Titus. Last week, in the first three devotionals on the so-called Pastoral Epistles, 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, we saw how God overcomes our lack of faith, hope, and love. Following those three meditations are four devotionals in which we show how God implants in us basic ingredients of human flourishing: godliness and temperance (which we treated last Thursday and Friday), and justice and courage (which we treated the past two days). Finally, in these last three devotionals of this special series on the Pastorals, we will see how Paul inspires us to faith, hope, and love.
“Coach,” he said, “I felt like I was going to die!”
Today’s is the sixth of ten devotionals that treat Paul’s last three letters — those to his ministry proteges, Timothy and Titus. Last week, in the first three devotionals on the so-called Pastoral Epistles, 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, we saw how God overcomes our lack of faith, hope, and love. Following those three meditations are four devotionals in which we show how God builds into us basic building blocks of human flourishing: godliness and temperance (which we treated last Thursday and Friday), and justice and courage (which we treat today and tomorrow). Finally, in the last three devotionals of this special series on the Pastorals, we will see how Paul inspires us to faith, hope, and love.
In the public square we are “to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show every courtesy to everyone.”
Today’s is the sixth of ten devotionals that treat Paul’s last three letters — those to his ministry proteges, Timothy and Titus. Last week, in the first three devotionals on the so-called Pastoral Epistles, 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus, we saw how God overcomes our lack of faith, hope, and love. Following those three meditations are four devotionals in which we show how God builds into us basic building blocks of human flourishing: godliness and temperance (which we treated last Thursday and Friday), and justice and courage (which we treat today and tomorrow). Finally, in the last three devotionals of this special series on the Pastorals, we will see how Paul inspires us to faith, hope, and love.
Growing up, I had a temper problem. But eventually I came to see that when I lost control, I was, well, out of control.
Friday • 9/16/2022 • pastorals_05
For these two weeks, we are taking a thematic approach to Paul’s Pastoral Epistles, his letters to Timothy and Titus. The first three days of this week, we looked at the way the apostle addresses our deficits in faith, hope, and love. Today we are in the second of four days in which we take up the way Christ teaches us godliness, temperance, justice, and courage. And on the last three days of this special series, we will think about what Paul describes as the positive aspects of faith, hope, and love in these letters. Today: temperance, self-control, or self-mastery.
Worship-tainment that is all sizzle-and-no-steak is not “good religion” either.
Thursday • 9/15/2022 • pastorals_04
For these two weeks, we are taking a thematic approach to Paul’s Pastoral Epistles, his letters to Timothy and Titus. Over the last three days, we looked at the way the apostle addresses our deficits in faith, hope, and love. For the next four days, we will take up the way Christ teaches us godliness, temperance, justice, and courage. And on the last three days of this special series, we will think about what Paul describes as the positive aspects of faith, hope, and love in these letters.
Prometheus showed too much philanthrōpia—too much affection for the likes of you and me.
Wednesday • 9/14/2022 •
For these two weeks, we are taking a thematic approach to Paul’s Pastoral Epistles, his letters to Timothy and Titus. First, we are looking at the way the apostle addresses our deficits in faith, hope, and love. Second, we will take up the way Christ teaches us godliness, temperance, justice, and courage. Finally, we will think about what Paul describes as the positive aspects of faith, hope, and love in these letters.
Today, Paul addresses flawed “hope.” One way to think about his subject is: “Hope: what it isn’t.”
Tuesday • 9/13/2022 •
For these two weeks, we are taking a thematic approach to Paul’s Pastoral Epistles, his letters to Timothy and Titus. First, we are looking at the way the apostle addresses our deficits in faith, hope, and love. Second, we will take up the way Christ teaches us godliness, temperance, justice, and courage. Finally, we will think about what Paul describes as the positive aspects of faith, hope, and love in these letters.
Mounting a cool motorcycle and racing off in the wrong direction right over a cliff.
Monday • 9/12/2022 •
Welcome to Daily Office Devotions. I’m Reggie Kidd, and every Monday through Friday, I offer devotional observations on some portion of that day’s readings for Morning Prayer in the Book of Common Prayer. Thanks so much for joining me this Monday following the 14th Sunday after Pentecost. Because of my travel schedule, for the next two weeks we are taking a detour in our devotionals)
Even if his thoughts have been confused, he has known to Whom to go with his confusion.
Friday • 9/9/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Acts 15:12-21; John 11:30-44
Job 42 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer—see Monday’s note)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Do we trust that he will always be “on time” for us? I hope we all do.
Thursday • 9/8/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Acts 15:1-11; John 11:17-29
Job 41 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer—see Monday’s note)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
What is remarkable about Job is how much faith he exercises.
Wednesday • 9/7/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Acts 14:19-28; John 11:1-16
Job 40 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer—see Monday’s note)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Because of their miracle-making, Paul and Barnabas are misidentified as Zeus and Mercury. They point to the wonders of creation to teach the reality of the living God.
Tuesday • 9/6/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Acts 14:1-18; John 10:31-42
Job 39 (a departure from the Book of Common Prayer—see yesterday’s note)
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
All he knows is, "I once was blind, but now i see." He's become and apologist and evangelist.
Friday • 9/2/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Job 19:1-7,14-27 (per BCP) or Job 19:1-27; Acts 13:13-25; John 9:18-41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
All he knows is, "I once was blind, but now i see." He's become and apologist and evangelist.
Friday • 9/2/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Job 19:1-7,14-27 (per BCP) or Job 19:1-27; Acts 13:13-25; John 9:18-41
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Augustine of Hippo would describe the relationship between the Old Testament and the New Testament this way: “The new is in the old concealed; the old is in the new revealed.”
Thursday • 9/1/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Job 16:16-22; 17:1,13-16 (per BCP) or Job 16,17; Acts 13:1-12; John 9:1-17
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Agrippa’s self-idolatrous pretensions result in his becoming food for worms.
Wednesday • 8/31/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Job 12:1; 14:1-22; Acts 12:18-25; John 8:47-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Peter is freed from jail by an angelic visitation.
Tuesday • 8/30/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Job 12:1, 13:3-17,21-27 (per BCP) or Job 12:1; 13:1-27; Acts 12:1-17; John 8:33-47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
That freedom comes when we hear above the chaotic noise around us the clear strong voice of the One that says: “I AM”
Monday • 8/29/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Job 12:1-6,13-25 (per BCP) or Job 12:1-25; Acts 11:19-30; John 8:21-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Pitchers of water would be poured onto the altar anticipating the day Yahweh himself would provide ever-flowing and life-giving water.
Friday • 8/26/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 16; Psalm 17; Job 9:1-15,32-35 (per BCP) or Job 9:1-35; Acts 10:34-48; John 7:37-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No matter how foggy the road ahead looks, the Lord Jesus knows what’s out there, and he is directing the traffic.
Thursday • 8/25/2022•
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Job 8:1-10,20-22 (per BCP) or Job 8:1-22; Acts 10:17-33; John 7:14-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
I pray that your first instinct, like Job’s, will be to pray honestly and boldly (if humbly) to God.
Wednesday • 8/24/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1-24; Job 6:1; 7:1-21; Acts 10:1-16; John 7:1-13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Job would rather lose his life than lose his faith.
Tuesday • 8/23/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Job 6:1-4,8-15,21 (per BCP) or Job 6:1-30; Acts 9:32-43; John 6:60-71
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Saul’s new friend is worthy of his name: “Barnabas,” which means “Son of Encouragement.”
Monday • 8/22/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Job 4:1; 5:1-27; Acts 9:19-31; John 6:52-59
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Something for each of us to remember when we see a friend in pain: they need our presence rather than our platitudes.
Friday • 8/19/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Job 2:1-13; Acts 9:1-9; John 6:27-40
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Every era, I think, has reason to feel Job is a timely read.
Thursday • 8/18/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Job 1:1-22; Acts 8:26-40; John 6:16-27
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
In John 6 Jesus launches the Eucharistic Feast.
Wednesday • 8/17/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Judges 18:16-31; Acts 8:14-25; John 6:1-15
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
You search the scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life.
Tuesday • 8/16/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Judges 18:1-15; Acts 8:1-13; John 5:30-47
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Although the narrative of God’s redemptive love meets opposition, Stephen knows his Savior has it under control.
Monday • 8/15/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Judges 17:1-13; Acts 7:44–8:1; John 5:19-29
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Samson is permitted to prefigure—if in a diminished way—One who will give his life for the rescue of his people.
Friday • 8/12/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Judges 14:20–15:20; Acts 7:17-29; John 4:43-54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Samson is strong and clever—a lion-slayer and a riddle-maker.
Thursday • 8/11/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Judges 14:1-19; Acts 6:15–7:16; John 4:27-42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
It turns out that a “divine appointment” awaits the celebrated “Woman at the Well.'“
Wednesday • 8/10/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Judges 13:15-24; Acts 6:1-15; John 4:1-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Rabbi Gamaliel, this powerful member of the Sanhedrin, argues for tolerance for the Jerusalem followers of Jesus.
Tuesday • 8/9/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Judges 13:1-15; Acts 5:27-42; John 3:22-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
In John’s gospel, Jesus will reveal himself as that great I AM—as his people’s shepherd.
Monday • 8/8/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89; Judges 12:1-7; Acts 5:12-26; John 3:1-21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The Lord of History shows himself as the ultimate host who has saved the best wine (his Son) for last.
Friday • 8/5/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 88; Judges 9:1-21; Acts 4:13-31; John 2:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Pentecost is remaking the coward who wouldn’t even admit to knowing Jesus.
Thursday • 8/4/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 83; Psalm 145; Judges 8:22-35; Acts 4:1-12; John 1:43-51
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
The lame man got so much more than he had dared to ask for.
Wednesday • 8/3/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:97-120; Judges 7:19–8:12; Acts 3:12-26; John 1:29-42
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
"For the Lord and for Gideon!" Gideon's instructions betray his transformation from fear to arrogance.
Tuesday • 8/2/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Judges 7:1-18; Acts 3:1-11; John 1:19-28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We note God's patience with cowardly Gideon's lack of faith.
Monday • 8/1/2022 • y2p13m
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Judges 6:25-40; Acts 2:37-47; John 1:1-18
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Thus, Deborah’s song anticipates the other half of Jesus’s baptism on the Cross: his rising to life and victory.
Friday • 7/29/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 69; Judges 5:1-18; Acts 2:1-21; Matthew 28:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The surprise is that the woman who ultimately seals this victory is not Deborah, but someone else.
Thursday • 7/28/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 71; Judges 4:4-23; Acts 1:15-26; Matthew 27:55-66
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
I cannot but reflect on the comparison between Ehud’s left-handedness and the scorned “left-handedness” of God’s plan to conquer sin and death through a most unlikely hero:
Wednesday • 7/27/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Judges 3:12-30; Acts 1:1-14; Matthew 27:45-54
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
The God of peace will shortly crush Satan under your feet.
Tuesday • 7/26/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 61 & 62; Judges 2:1-5, 11-23; Romans 16:17-27; Matthew 27:32-44
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
David envisions each of his tears being acknowledged, treasured, and preserved by his Heavenly Father, his Counselor, Friend, and Advocate.
Monday • 7/25/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 56, 57, & 58; Joshua 24:16-33; Romans 16:1-16; Matthew 27:24-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Each of us can rightly consider our own distinct call, the particular place we are to serve Christ and his Kingdom.
Friday • 7/22/2022•
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 40 & 54; Joshua 9:22–10:15; Romans 15:14-24; Matthew 27:1-10
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
It’s encouraging to know that the Lord works for our good and the good of others even through our failures.
Thursday • 7/21/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Joshua 9:3-21; Romans 15:1-13; Matthew 26:69-75
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Flaunting one’s freedom is not “walking in love.”
Wednesday • 7/20/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Joshua 8:30-35; Romans 14:13-23; Matthew 26:57-68
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
God’s eternal Kingdom ultimately would not come by the sword, by conquest, or by power politics.
Tuesday • 7/19/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Joshua 8:1-22; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 26:47-56
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Because the cup of blessing “runs over” for us, even the Law … now takes on a different role.
Monday • 7/18/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 41 & 52; Joshua 7:1-13; Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 26:36-46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Francis Schaeffer once wrote that God wants warriors with tears in their eyes.
Friday • 7/15/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31; Joshua 4:19-5:1; 5:10-15; Romans 12:9-21; Matthew 26:17-25
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6-11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
So these stones shall be to the Israelites a memorial for ever.
Thursday • 7/14/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 37:1-18; Joshua 3:14–4:7; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 26:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
She should hang from her house something scarlet … making it clear that through the blood of the Lord, redemption will come to all who believe and hope in God.
Tuesday • 7/12/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 26 & 28; Joshua 2:15-24; Romans 11:13-24; Matthew 25:14-30 This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
She should hang from her house something scarlet … making it clear that through the blood of the Lord, redemption will come to all who believe and hope in God.
Tuesday • 7/12/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 26 & 28; Joshua 2:15-24; Romans 11:13-24; Matthew 25:14-30 This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Our job is simply to believe in who God is and what he has done. And when we do that, we cannot help but live lives in gratitude for this grace.
Monday • 7/11/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Joshua 2:1-14; Romans 11:1-12; Matthew 25:1-13
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
Christ is the goal of Israel’s story.
Friday • 7/8/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 16 & 17; Deuteronomy 31:7-13, 24-30; 32:1-4; Romans 10:1-13; Matthew 24:15-31
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
There began a construction project for a new Temple, Christ Jesus himself being the cornerstone.
Thursday • 7/7/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1-20; Deuteronomy 3:18-28; Romans 9:19-33; Matthew 24:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Paul demonstrates how Jesus Christ magnificently brings together strands of Israel’s story.
Wednesday • 7/6/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1-24; Deuteronomy 1:1-18; Romans 9:1-18; Matthew 23:27-39
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
Paul invites us to list every challenge we face this morning.
Tuesday • 7/5/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Numbers 35:1-3, 9-15, 30-34; Romans 8:31-39; Matthew 23:13-26
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
No matter what comes our way—good or bad—our loving Heavenly Father uses it for our good.
Monday • 7/4/2022 •
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 1; Psalm 2; Psalm 3; Numbers 32:1-6, 16-27; Romans 8:26-30; Matthew 23:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
We are not quite home yet.
Friday • 7/1/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 140; Psalm 142; Numbers 24:1-13 [12-25]; Romans 8:12-17 [18-25]; Matthew 22:15-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Whenever we are surrounded by voices that come from mixed motives and hidden agendas it’s important to keep listening for the Lord’s voice.
Thursday • 6/30/2020
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 131; Psalm 132; Psalm 133; Numbers 23:11-26; Romans 8:1-11; Matthew 22:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Romans 7 gives us words for the near schizophrenia we feel when we find ourselves at war within ourselves.
Wednesday • 6/29/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:145-176; Numbers 22:41–23:12; Romans 7:13-25; Matthew 21:33-46
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
In Balaam’s case, the donkey is the smart one.
Tuesday • 6/28/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 120; Psalm 121; Psalm 122; Psalm 123; Numbers 22:21-38; Romans 7:1-12; Matthew 21:23-32
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Grace has one school: the church
Monday • 6/27/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106; Numbers 22:1-21; Romans 6:12-23; Matthew 21:12-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The Old Testament unfolds as a saga of exile from Paradise — and of God’s preparing a way for humankind to return.
Friday • 6/24/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Numbers 20:1-13; Romans 5:12-21; Matthew 20:29-34
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Life emerges from a dead tree, one of the amazing portraits of the coming Mediator in the book of Numbers.
Thursday • 6/23/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Numbers 17:1-11; Romans 5:1-11; Matthew 20:17-28
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Wednesday • 6/22/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Numbers 16:36-50; Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 20:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
According to Jesus, the question is whether to trust the gifts or the Giver.
Tuesday • 6/21/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; Psalm 100; Numbers 16:20-35; Romans 4:1-12; Matthew 19:23-30
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The tangled history of Israel has led to this singular Son, Jesus Christ.
Monday • 6/20/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Numbers 16:1-19; Romans 3:21-31; Matthew 19:13-22
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Keep your eyes on me, and you’ll be OK. Pay attention to the storm around you, and you’ll sink.
Friday • 6/17/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 40; Psalm 54; Ecclesiastes 5:1-7; Galatians 3:15-22; Matthew 14:22-36
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
For Ecclesiastes, the most obvious dead end is death itself. The Bible provides answers to questions that the book of Ecclesiastes raises.
Thursday • 6/16/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Ecclesiastes 3:16–4:3; Galatians 3:1-14; Matthew 14:13-21
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
“How lovely it would be to be so perfectly attuned to the need of any moment that you instinctively know whether to plant or pluck, … embrace or not, keep or throw away, be quiet or speak up, … , make war or make peace.”
Wednesday • 6/15/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49-72; Ecclesiastes 3:1-15; Galatians 2:11-21; Matthew 14:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1-3,11a,14c,18-19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68-79, BCP, p. 92)
"Let me commend to you two ways to pray for God’s good timing."
Tuesday • 6/14/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Ecclesiastes 2:16-26; Galatians 1:18–2:10; Matthew 13:53-58
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
His kingdom is “treasure in a hidden field” worth selling all you have to buy that field so you can have that treasure.
Monday • 6/13/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 41; Psalm 52; Ecclesiastes 2:1-15; Galatians 1:1-17; Matthew 13:44-52
This morning’s Canticles are: following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Ours is a theology truly worth singing.
Friday • 6/10/2022
We’re taking a detour from the Daily Office readings for a few days, while I teach with my friends at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. In our Daily Office Devotions this week, we are consider several aspects of worship: corporate and personal. The thoughts offered here are excerpts from articles I wrote for Worship Leader magazine a few years ago. We’ll resume our reflections on the Daily Office next week.
Athanasius believed, in the end, that Christ’s hands were strong enough to reconcile us to God – and to one another.
Thursday • 6/9/2022
We’re taking a detour from the Daily Office readings for a few days, while I teach with my friends at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. In our Daily Office Devotions this week, we are consider several aspects of worship: corporate and personal. The thoughts offered here are excerpts from articles I wrote for Worship Leader magazine a few years ago. We’ll resume our reflections on the Daily Office next week.
Francis realized God meant to rebuild his whole Church through repentance and love and care for the poor.
Wednesday • 6/8/2022
We’re taking a detour from the Daily Office readings for a few days, while I teach with my friends at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. In our Daily Office Devotions this week, we are considering several aspects of worship: corporate and personal. The thoughts offered here are excerpts from articles I wrote for Worship Leader magazine a few years ago. We’ll resume our reflections on the Daily Office next week.
Cheerful gratitude at the Table was a new notion for me.
Tuesday • 6/7/2022
We’re taking a detour from the Daily Office this week, while I teach with my friends at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies.
In our Daily Office Devotions this week, we are considering several aspects of worship: corporate and personal. The thoughts offered here are excerpts from articles I wrote for Worship Leader magazine a few years ago. We’ll resume our reflections on the Daily Office next week.
The Lord has given each of us a place to sanctify.
Monday • 6/6/2022
We’re taking a detour from the Daily Office readings this week, while I teach with my friends at the Robert E. Webber Institute for Worship Studies. In our Daily Office Devotions, we’ll consider several aspects of worship: corporate and personal. The thoughts offered here are excerpts from articles I wrote for Worship Leader magazine a few years ago. We’ll resume our reflections on the Daily Office next week.
He ushers us from the darkness of spiritual stupor and into the light of full awakening!
Friday • 6/3/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 102; Jeremiah 31:27-34; Ephesians 5:1-20; Matthew 9:9-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
We can be a different kind of people through our own personal small beginnings.
Thursday • 6/2/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1-22; Zechariah 4:1-14; Ephesians 4:17-32; Matthew 9:1-8
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moss,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
The church becomes the visible manifestation of Pentecost power on the earth.
Wednesday • 6/1/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 101; Psalm 109; Isaiah 4:2-6; Ephesians 4:1-16; Matthew 8:28-34
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
David, the boy shepherd, is fit to be the Lord’s king because, “the Lord looks on the heart.”
Tuesday • 5/31/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 97; Psalm 99; 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Ephesians 3:14-21; Matthew 8:18-27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
The faithful centurion knew that dutiful messengers don’t speak for themselves.
Monday • 5/25/2020 and 5/30/2022
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 89:1-18; Joshua 1:1-9; Ephesians 3:1-13; Matthew 8:5-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Deep within the wonder of God’s very being, seeming opposites coalesce, truth and mercy meet.
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 85 & 86; 1 Samuel 2:1-10; Ephesians 2:1-10; Matthew 7:22-27
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Welsh Hymn performed by Matt Redman, "Here is Love Vast as the Ocean":
Welsh Hymn performed in cymraeg (welsh), "Here is Love Vast as the Ocean":
David, in Psalm 8, ponder the wonder of the Lord’s having put us humans at the pinnacle of creation.
Today is the Feast of the Ascension of Christ
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalms 8 & 47; Daniel 7:9-14; Hebrews 2:5-18; Matthew 28:16-20
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
That True Israelite—Son of their greatest king—would also be the embodiment of Yahweh himself, David’s Lord.
Wednesday • 5/25/2022 Wednesday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Leviticus 26:1-20; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; Matthew 13:18-23
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus’s point is that our hearts are fertile ground for all kinds of things—some good, some bad.
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 78:1-39; Leviticus 26:1-20; 1 Timothy 2:1-6; Matthew 13:18-23
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum (“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9-10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Today’s passages from the Psalms, Leviticus, and Matthew are strong warnings about a failure of faith. They caution against allowing oneself to become impervious to God’s abundant grace.
One day, I will discover that my Father’s inheritance is the one truly valuable thing I have.
Monday • 5/23/2022 Monday of the 6th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 80; Leviticus 25:35-55; Colossians 1:9-14; Matthew 13:1-16
This morning’s Canticles are: Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2-6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3-4, BCP, p. 94)
In the shape of Israel’s cycle of festivals it is difficult not to see an anticipation of the Eucharistic life.
Friday • 5/20/2022Friday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 106:1-18; Leviticus 23:1-22; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17; Matthew 7:1-12
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
Jesus is telling us to take ourselves less seriously. I’m grateful for the soft reminder.
Thursday • 5/19/2022Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 70; Psalm 71; Leviticus 19:26-37; 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12; Matthew 6:25-34
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
Israel’s hopes remained focused on the coming of a King who would rule justly, make Israel a showcase for God’s kind intentions.
Wednesday • 5/18/2022Wednesday of the 5th Week of Easter
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 72; Leviticus 19:1-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; Matthew 6:19-24
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
Tuesday • 5/17/2022 Tuesday of the 5th Week of Easter.
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 61; Psalm 62; Leviticus 16:20-34; 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11; Matthew 6:7-15
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 56; Psalm 57; Psalm 58; Leviticus 16:1-19; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Matthew 6:1-6,16-18
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16; Acts 7:55-60; 1 Peter 2:2-10; John 14:1-14
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 50; Exodus 34:1-17; 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20; Matthew 5:21-26
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:49–72; Exodus 33:1-23; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12; Matthew 5:17-20
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 45; Exodus 32:21-34; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; Matthew 5:11-16
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1–22; Exodus 24:1-18; Colossians 2:8-23; Matthew 4:12-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 105:1–22; Exodus 24:1-18; Colossians 2:8-23; Matthew 4:12-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 10 (“The Second Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 55:6–11; BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Exodus 19:16-25; Colossians 1:15-23; Matthew 3:13-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 38; Exodus 19:16-25; Colossians 1:15-23; Matthew 3:13-17
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
This This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 26; Psalm 28; Exodus 19:1-16; Colossians 1:1-14; Matthew 3:7-12
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 25; Exodus 18:13-27; 1 Peter 5:1-14; Matthew 1:1-17; 3:1-6
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Exodus 16:10-22; 1 Peter 2:11-25; John 15:12-27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
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This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 18:1–20; Exodus 16:10-22; 1 Peter 2:11-25; John 15:12-27
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 8 (“The Song of Moses,” Exodus 15, BCP, p. 85); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
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This True Vine calls his followers “branches” in the Vine, sharers in, and extensions of, his own life.
This morning’s Scriptures are: Psalm 119:1–24; Exodus 15:22-16:10; 1 Peter 2:1-10; John 15:1-11
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 11 (“The Third Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 60:1–3,11a,14c,18–19, BCP, p. 87); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 16 (“The Song of Zechariah,” Luke 1:68–79, BCP, p. 92)
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The Judge of heaven’s courtroom has come from behind the bench, and invited us to come home with him.
Today’s Scriptures are: Psalm 5; Psalm 6; Exodus 15:1–21; 1 Peter 1:13-25; John 14:18–31
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 13 (“A Song of Praise,” BCP, p. 90);following the Epistle reading, Canticle 18 (“A Song to the Lamb,” Revelation 4:11; 5:9–10, 13, BCP, p. 93)
This morning’s Canticles are: before the Psalm reading, Pascha Nostrum(“Christ Our Passover,” BCP, p. 83); following the OT reading, Canticle 9 (“The First Song of Isaiah,” Isaiah 12:2–6, BCP, p. 86); following the Epistle reading, Canticle 19 (“The Song of the Redeemed,” Revelation 15:3–4, BCP, p. 94)
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“For the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be raised incorruptible and we shall be changed”
‘Apart from Christ, as the rock group Kansas put it a number of years ago, “all we are is dust in the wind.”'‘
Collect of the Day: Wednesday in Easter Week. O God, whose blessed Son made himself known to his disciples in the breaking of bread: Open the eyes of our faith, that we may behold him in all his redeeming work; who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.
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Welcome to the Daily Office Devotions with the Very Rev. Dr. Reggie Kidd, Dean of the Cathedral Church of St. Luke in Orlando, FL. This devotional is based on the readings from this Tuesday of Holy Week. Be Blessed.
Welcome to the Daily Office Devotions with the Very Rev. Dr. Reggie Kidd, Dean of the Cathedral Church of St. Luke in Orlando, FL. Our first devotional is based on the readings from this first Monday of Holy Week. Be Blessed.