Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The writers Walter (Chip) Bouzard

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The writers Walter (Chip) Bouzard: December 16-31 Walter (Chip) Bouzard recently retired from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, where he taught biblical studies for twenty-...

The writers Walter (Chip) Bouzard

December 16-31

Walter (Chip) Bouzard recently retired from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, where he taught biblical studies for twenty-five years.  He plans to spend his days wandering the woods in western Virginia near Lexington and growing shiitake mushrooms.

Thank you Chip for spreading the word!!!

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Matthew 2:13-23 {Herod} sent and killed all the children.  (v.16) Holy Spirit, help me recognize threats to innocents today and lead ...

The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Matthew 2:13-23

{Herod} sent and killed all the children.  (v.16)

Holy Spirit, help me recognize threats to innocents today and lead me to protect them.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  First responders

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: John, Apostle and Evangelist

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: John, Apostle and Evangelist: John 21:20-25 Lord Jesus, help me witness in ways that lead others to catch a glimmer of you.  Amen. Prayer concern:  Storytellers a...

John, Apostle and Evangelist

John 21:20-25

Lord Jesus, help me witness in ways that lead others to catch a glimmer of you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Storytellers and poets

My prayer:  WATCH - LISTEN AND REPLY IN KIND

PS:  The battery died but I'm still alive :)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Stephen, Deacon and Martyr

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Stephen, Deacon and Martyr: Acts 6:8 - - - 7:2a, 51-60 They saw that his face was like the face of an angel.  (6:15) Jesus, as you fed and healed those in need, h...

Stephen, Deacon and Martyr

Acts 6:8 - - - 7:2a, 51-60

They saw that his face was like the face of an angel.  (6:15)

Jesus, as you fed and healed those in need, help me to support all the ministries of your church.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Lutheran Social Ministries

My prayer:  WATCH - LISTEN AND REPLY IN KIND

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Day

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Day: John 1:1-14 The Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have sen his glory.  (v. 14) God, strengthen my faith in your Word and h...

Christmas Day

John 1:1-14

The Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have sen his glory.  (v. 14)

God, strengthen my faith in your Word and help me to live as someone who is born again, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Siblings

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Eve

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christmas Eve: Luke 2:1-14 (15-20) All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.  (v. 18) Lord, help me to share the love yo...

Christmas Eve

Luke 2:1-14 (15-20)

All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.  (v. 18)

Lord, help me to share the love you revealed to the world, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those leading Christmas worship

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Paul was Jesus' sole servant

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Paul was Jesus' sole servant: Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God.  (v.1) Jesus, thank you for the gifts of bap...

Paul was Jesus' sole servant

Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God.  (v.1)

Jesus, thank you for the gifts of baptism and my call to serve.  Help me to discern this day's service.  Amen.

Prayer concern:   Those who serve without recognition

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hope in a time of grief

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hope in a time of grief: Restore us, O God of hosts;  let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v. 7) Restore us, O Lord.  Shine your face on us, that we may...

Hope in a time of grief

Restore us, O God of hosts;  let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v. 7)

Restore us, O Lord.  Shine your face on us, that we may know grief is not the end.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those caring for a sick loved one

my prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The whole world in God's hands

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The whole world in God's hands: \John 3:31-36 The Father loves the Son and has placed all things in his hands.  (v. 35) Lord Jesus, help me remember that everyone I ...

The whole world in God's hands

\John 3:31-36

The Father loves the Son and has placed all things in his hands.  (v. 35)

Lord Jesus, help me remember that everyone I meet today is a person who is held and loved by you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who don't know God's love

My prayer concern:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Lights in the darkness

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Lights in the darkness: Happy are those . . . whose hope is in the Lord . . . who gives food to the hungry.  (vv. 5,7) Gracious God, let your light burn brightl...

Lights in the darkness

Happy are those . . . whose hope is in the Lord . . . who gives food to the hungry.  (vv. 5,7)

Gracious God, let your light burn brightly in me, that I may bring joy and hope to dark places.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Hospital workers and patients

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Practicing patience

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Practicing patience: James 5:7-10 You also must be patient.  (v. 8) Jesus, give me patience and equip me for the work of your kingdom.  Amen. Prayer co...

Practicing patience

James 5:7-10

You also must be patient.  (v. 8)

Jesus, give me patience and equip me for the work of your kingdom.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those waiting for good news

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Songs of the season

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Songs of the season: Isaiah 35:1-10 The ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come to Zion with singing.  (v.10) Let my heart prepare a place for you, L...

Songs of the season

Isaiah 35:1-10

The ransomed of the Lord shall return, and come to Zion with singing.  (v.10)

Let my heart prepare a place for you, Lord Jesus, and let my voice break out in song.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Church musicians and hymn writers

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Heart songs

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Heart songs: 1 Samuel 2:1-8 Hannah prayed and said, "My heart exults in the Lord."  (v.1) let me be your servant, O Lord.  Give me the f...

Heart songs

1 Samuel 2:1-8

Hannah prayed and said, "My heart exults in the Lord."  (v.1)

let me be your servant, O Lord.  Give me the faith I need for the work of your kingdom.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Couples coping with infertility

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Restoring life

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Restoring life: Ruth 4:13-17 He shall be to you a restorer of life and a nourish er of your old age.   (v. 15) Gracious God, nourish me with your lov...

Restoring life

Ruth 4:13-17

He shall be to you a restorer of life and a nourish er of your old age.   (v. 15)

Gracious God, nourish me with your love and help me to bring hope and blessing to others, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Nursing home staff and residents

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Family ties

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Family ties: Ruth 1:6-18 Where you go, I will go . . . your people shall be my people, and your God my God.  (v.16) Lord Jesus, light the way for ...

Family ties

Ruth 1:6-18

Where you go, I will go . . . your people shall be my people, and your God my God.  (v.16)

Lord Jesus, light the way for me and for all who mourn or feel forgotten or forsaken.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those weighed down by grief

My prayer:

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PS:  My battery died ...  I'm still alive :)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Second Sunday of Advent

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Second Sunday of Advent: Matthew 3:1-12 The voice of one crying out in the wilderness:  "Prepare the way of the Lord."  (v.3) Jesus, meet me in my w...

Second Sunday of Advent

Matthew 3:1-12

The voice of one crying out in the wilderness:  "Prepare the way of the Lord."  (v.3)

Jesus, meet me in my wilderness and renew my soul, so I can make a path for you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Camp counselors and park personnel

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Shalom

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Shalom: Romans 15:4-13 Live in harmony with one another, i accordance with Christ Jesus.  (v. 5) Loving Savior, guide me in the ways of peace...

Shalom

Romans 15:4-13

Live in harmony with one another, i accordance with Christ Jesus.  (v. 5)

Loving Savior, guide me in the ways of peace and justice.  Let me dwell in you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Veterans and their families

My prayer:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Secret santas

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Secret santas: Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 May he defend the cause of the poor of the people.  (v.4) Give me a generous spirit, O God, that I might serve my...

Secret santas

Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19

May he defend the cause of the poor of the people.  (v.4)

Give me a generous spirit, O God, that I might serve my neighbor in need.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those organizing giving projects

My prayer concern:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Through children's eyes

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Through children's eyes: Isaiah 11:1-10 And a little child shall lead them.  (v. 6) Help me to receive your message of love, dear Jesus, and welcome the ones ...

Through children's eyes

Isaiah 11:1-10

And a little child shall lead them.  (v. 6)

Help me to receive your message of love, dear Jesus, and welcome the ones who proclaim it.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children in your church

My prayer 9s always the same:

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Receiving the good news

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Receiving the good news: Acts 13:16-25 You . . . who fear God, listen.  (v. 16) Speak to me, Jesus, and fill me with the power of the Spirit to take action in...

Receiving the good news

Acts 13:16-25

You . . . who fear God, listen.  (v. 16)

Speak to me, Jesus, and fill me with the power of the Spirit to take action in your name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Missionaries and evangelists

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Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Bring back the light!

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Bring back the light!: Romans 6:1-11 Just as Christ was raised from the dead . . . so we too might walk in newness of life.  (v.4) Jesus, hope of the world,...

Bring back the light!

Romans 6:1-11

Just as Christ was raised from the dead . . . so we too might walk in newness of life.  (v.4)

Jesus, hope of the world, rouse me from despair and send me out with your light.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are home-bound

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