First Sunday of Christmas | Luke 2:22-40 | Prayer concern: God's guidanc...

Being an heir | Galatians 4:4-7 | Prayer concern: That we may see othe...

All God's Creatures | Ocean Lion | 2 Corinthians 4:18 | From Sally |

The Holy Innocents, Martyrs | Matthew 2:13-18 | The war in Israel

John, Apostle and Evangelist | John 21:20-25 | my thoughts this Christmas

Stephen, Deacon and Martyr | Acts 6:8 - - - 7:2a, 51-60 | Sally sleeping

Christmas Day | Luke 2:1-20 | with Mark #2 son

it's Christmas EVE day | Sad time for me | 231224cioh

Revealing the mystery | Romans 16:25-27 | Book Club

Christmas excitement | Luke 1:46b-55 | My thoughts

The great gift | 2 Samuel 7:1-11, 16 Estrangement w/ JKM

Ending with a promise | Malachi 3:16 - - - 4:6

Irreplaceable | 2 Kings 2:9-22 | Old Farm Church |

New clothes | Ephesians 6:10-17 | my military

Reaping joy | Psalm 126 | Old Farm Church destroyed

Our Jewish siblings | Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 | TV returned

Elizabeth, Zechariah, and Lucia | Luke 1:5-17 | LBI days |

Hoping | Isaiah 4:2-6 Bible School

Refuge for all | Psalm 27 | estrangement

Second Sunday of Advent | Mark 1:1-18 | our church

The holiness of patience | 2 Peter 3:8-15a

The gift of Advent | Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 | My Christmas

God's comfort for difficult days | Isaiah 40: 1-11 / Grievings

The gift of a retreat | Luke 21:34-38

God of deliverance, not destruction | Psalm 79 / Bike Across Kansas years ago

Micah 4:1-5 | Fear itself

Kittens on the way | Matthew 6:10

Really? Really! | 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

A bowlful of tears | Psalm 80:1-7, 17-19

Andrew, Apostle | John 1:35-42

Strong deliverer | Psalm 7 ... My Mother with her grandchildren

So be it, praise God ! | Revelation 19:1-9

God's faithfulness endures forever | 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Christ the King | Matthew 25:31-46

Three Furry Visitors | Galatians 6:10

Ever grateful | Ephesians 1: 15-25 | 231125cioh

O that we would listen ! | Psalm 95:1-7

More than enough | Ezekiel 34: 11-16, 20-24

Give Back | Psalm 9:1-14

Never evil for evil | 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18

Let us do good | Romans 2:1-11

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 33 | Matthew 25:14-30

Night watch | 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Safe in God's arms | Psalm 90:1-8 {9-11} 12

True riches | Zephaniah 1:7, 12-18

Face to Face | 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13

writing from heaven | Praying for my estranged family

my handwriting from heaven

Easter brass | 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Let it be | Psalm 70

Centered in justice | Amos 5:18-24

Words matter | Proverbs 16:21-33

Hands | Acts 13:1-12

Morning brew | Psalm 5

Time after Pentecost ---- Lectionary 31 | Matthew 23:1-12

Holy Hills | Psalm 43 | Ralph Hardan Funeral

Ralph Hardan

Power and ethics | Micah 3:5-12

All Saints Day | Revelation 7:9-17

Reformation Day | Jeremiah 31:31-34

Time after Pentecost | Matthew 22:34-46

Simon and Jude, Apostles | John 14:21-27

Rooted in life | Psalm 1

The whole picture | Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18

Freed to love our neighbors | Matthew 17:22-27

Deaths Ralph & Mike | 231026deaths

rip my brother too

rip my YMCA friend

rip my brother

Our silly idols | Daniel 3:19-30

All creation sings | Psalm 98

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 29 | Matthew 22:15-22

Kicking up our heels | Psalm 96:1-9 {10-13}

God can use anyone | Isaiah 45:1-7

Luke, Evangelist | Luke 1:1-4; 24:44-53

My Christmas's past dated 12/25/2020 | 201225myxmas

Taking it all in | Psalm 34

Becoming spiritually fit | Jude 17-25

The Spirit and the church boost our faith | Philippians 4:1-9

Help is on the way | Psalm 23

Tasty salvation | Isaiah 25:1-9

Motivated by love, not fear | John 11:45-57

Fit for ministry | 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

You Belong | 1 Peter 2:4-10

Enough | Philippians 3:4b-14 | Yet whatever gains I had, these I have co...

Restore us | Psalm 80:7-15 } Restore us, O God of hosts; let your face s...

Tending the lands | Isaiah 5:1-7 What more was there to do for my viney...

Take heart | Matthew 9:2-8 | When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the ...

Tending the land | Isaiah 5:1-7 | What more was there to do for my viney...

Take heart | Matthew 9:2-8 | When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the ...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 26 | Matthew 21:23-32 | {Jesus sai...

The mind of Christ | Philippians 2:1-13 Be of the same mind, having the...

Michael and all Angels | Luke 10:17-20 | {Jesus} said,| "Rejoice that yo...

A teachable spirit | Psalm 25:1-9 | Make me to know your ways, O Lord; t...

Accepting responsibility | Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 | Get yourselves a new ...

i even read the book :)

oslc book club 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The problem with division | Romans 16:17-20 | Keep...

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The problem with division | Romans 16:17-20 | Keep an eye on those who c...

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Living in the goodness of the Lord | Psalm 106:1-2 | Then they believed ...

a young John

Our Saviors Lutheran Church | Sally dressed me :)

Sally @ Dr. Sam's home 

Living with gratitude | Psalm 145:1-8 | Every day I will bless you, and ...

Matthew, Apostle, and Evangelist | Matthew 9:9-13

that's me :) the NERD 

Placing conditions on God's grace | Jonah 3:10 . . . 4:11

 

Strengthening the faith of others | Romans 14:13 - - - 15:2 | The faith ...

Happy Birthday Mike 

The blessing of unity | Psalm 133 | How very good and pleasant it is . . .

When human opinions divide | Romans 14:1-12 | We do not live to ourselve...

BAK years ago

Too good to be true? | Psalm 103:{1-7|, 8-13 | As far as the east is f...

Holy Cross Day | John 3:3-17 | For God so loved the world. (v.16)

From hindsight to insight | Genesis 50:15-21 | God intended it for good...

God's good law | Psalm 119:65-72

WeAkly / weekly | 07/19/2014

Honor | 1 Peter 2:11-17

WeAkly / weekly | 07/12/2014

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 23 | Matthew 18:15-20

Love first | Romans 13:8-14

You may be wrong | Psalm 119:33-40

July 4th Celebration | My Health | Good news | 06/26/2014

U-turns | Ezekiel 33:7-11

Who do you trust? | Jeremiah 17:5-18 | All who wrestle with doubt

My Thoughts years ago 05/19/2014 | 100 3845

Spare and keep us | Revelation 3:7-13 | 230905c

Eagle's wings | Psalm 17 | Lutheran Disaster Response

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 22 | Matthew 16:21-28 |

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 22

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 22:  Matthew 16:21-28 And Peter took {Jesus} aside . . . (v22) Christ of the cross, help me to bear your saving love through all that I am and a...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 22

 Matthew 16:21-28

And Peter took {Jesus} aside . . . (v22)

Christ of the cross, help me to bear your saving love through all that I am and all that I do.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Congregational members and lay leaders

Jeremiah 15:15-21; Psalm 26:1-8; Romans 12:9-21

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: What does love do?

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: What does love do?:  Romans 12:9-21 Let love be genuine.  (v.9) God of love, shape me in and for love.  In the name of Jesus I pray.  Amen, Prayer concern:  Tho...

What does love do?

 Romans 12:9-21

Let love be genuine.  (v.9)

God of love, shape me in and for love.  In the name of Jesus I pray.  Amen,

Prayer concern:  Those for whom love is difficult

Psalm 26:1-8;  Jeremiah 15:10-14; Matthew 8:14-17

WeAkly/weekly dated 04/26/2014

Good Friday & My thoughts dated 04/19/2014

Don't tread on me dated 04/17/2014

a little sick humor dated 04/12/2014

Old Farm Church Library dated 04/05/2014

an old letter | 03/22/2014

Pledge Allegiance to the FLAG | 03/22/2014

Howard Hueser (sp?) Funeral | 03/15/2014

God help me | Psalm 26:1-8

Raw honesty | Jeremiah 15:15-21 | 230831cioh

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Two extravagant outpourings

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Two extravagant outpourings:  Matthew 26:6-13 {Jesus said,} "What she has done will be told in remembrance of her."  (v.13) PS:  typo ????  should be in rememb...

Two extravagant outpourings

 Matthew 26:6-13

{Jesus said,} "What she has done will be told in remembrance of her."  (v.13)

PS:  typo ????  should be in remembrance of ME !!!

Jesus, we remember today your friend, the woman who anointed you.  May we follow her example of sacrificial giving and love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who work to fight poverty

Psalm 18:1-3, 20-32; Isaiah 28:14-22

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our God, the rock

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our God, the rock:  Psalm 18:1-3, 20-32 For who is God except the Lord?  And who is a rock besides our God?  (v.31) God, thank you for your love that is strong...

Our God, the rock

 Psalm 18:1-3, 20-32

For who is God except the Lord?  And who is a rock besides our God?  (v.31)

God, thank you for your love that is stronger than stone, a firm foundation on which I may stand.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Geologists

Deuteronomy 32:18-20, 28-39; Romans 11:33-36

christinourhome.blogspot.com } Romans 2:1-11

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Getting the order right

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Getting the order right:  Romans 2:1-11 Do you not realize that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?  (v.4) Ever-loving God, you gave of yourself i...

Getting the order right

 Romans 2:1-11

Do you not realize that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?  (v.4)

Ever-loving God, you gave of yourself in Jesus for our sake.  Thank you for your kindness.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who are especially kind

Psalm 18:1-3, 20-32; Samuel 7:3-13

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 21 | Matthew 16:13-20

Time after Pentecost - - - Letionary 21

 Matthew 16:13-20

{Jesus} said to them, "But who do you say that I am?"  (v.15)

God, we want to truly know your Son, our Savior.  Reveal your truth to us as you did to Peter.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Passport and driver's license processors

Sing - - - even off pitch !!! | Psalm 138

Bartholomew, Apostle | John 1:43-51

Impermanence | Isaiah 51:1-6

Where we come from | Psalm 87 | 230822cioh

Simple tasks | 2 Kings 5:1-14 | 230821cioh

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 20 | Matt. 15 {10-20} 21-28

United in Christ | Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32

United in Christ

 Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32

I ask, then has God rejected his people?  By no means ! (v.1)

Greater uniter, guide me today to rejoice in diversity among prople and welcome all, as you do.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People different from you

Psalm 67: Isaiah 56:1-5, Matthew 14:34-36

Earth blessings | Psalm 67

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Earth blessings:  Psalm 67 The earth has yielded its increase;  God, our God, has blessed us.  (v.6) Earth- loving God, thank you for earth blessings.  Stren...

Earth blessings

 Psalm 67

The earth has yielded its increase;  God, our God, has blessed us.  (v.6)

Earth- loving God, thank you for earth blessings.  Strengthen me to praise your name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People working for sustainable agriculture

Isaiah 63:15-19; Acts 14:19-28

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: No boundaries

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: No boundaries:  Isaiah 56:1, 6-8 For my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.  (v.7) One without partiality, shape me to see my biases, ...

No boundaries

 Isaiah 56:1, 6-8

For my house shall be called a house of prayer for all peoples.  (v.7)

One without partiality, shape me to see my biases, and work your spirit of welcome into my heart.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  For inclusion of those on society's margins

Psalm 67: Isaiah 45:20-25; Revelation 15:1-4

Christ hears our cries | Matthew 8:23-27

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Christ hears our cries:  Matthew 8:23-27 They were amazed, saying, "What sort of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him?"  (v.27) Giving Go...

Christ hears our cries

 Matthew 8:23-27

They were amazed, saying, "What sort of man is this, that even the winds and the sea obey him?"  (v.27)

Giving God, when nature overwhelms us, be the anchor that moors us safely in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Environmental scientists

Psalm 18:1-19; Job 36:24-33; 37:14-24

Mary, Mother of our Lord | Luke 1: 46-55 | Prayer concern: New mothers |

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Mary, Mother of our Lord

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Mary, Mother of our Lord:  Luke 1:46-55 {Mary sang,} "Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed."  (v.48) Surprising God, give us courage to ...

Mary, Mother of our Lord

 Luke 1:46-55

{Mary sang,} "Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed."  (v.48)

Surprising God, give us courage to do your will and accept your calling, no matter the cost.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  New mothers

Isaiah 61:7-11; Psalm 34:1-9; Galatians 4:4-7

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

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

God remembers

God remembers

 Genesis 7:11 - - - 8:5

But God remembered Noah, and all the wild animals and all the domestic animals.  (8:1)

Ever-present God, as you remember us always, teach us to remember you in response.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People living in memory loss and dementia

Psalm 18:1-19; 2 Peter 2:4-10

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 19

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 19

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 19

Hearing over the noise | Prayer concern: Fairgoers and participants | To...

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hearing over the noise

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hearing over the noise:  Romans 10:5-15 And how are they to believe in one of whom they have never heard?  (v.14) Speaking God, may your words open our ears, our he...

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: PDAs:  Psalm 85:8-13 Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet;  Righteousness and peace will kiss each other..  (v.10) Affectionate God, show us ...

PDAs

 Psalm 85:8-13

Steadfast love and faithfulness will meet;  Righteousness and peace will kiss each other..  (v.10)

Affectionate God, show us your deep love and teach us to share it with reckless abandon.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  For couples falling in love

1 Kings 18:17-19, 30-40; Acts 18:24-28

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Well done, faithful servant

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Well done, faithful servant:  1 Kings 19:9-18 - - - and after the fire a sound of sheer silence.  (v. 12) Holy God, let the flame of your love burn brightly in us, that ...

Well done, faithful servant

 1 Kings 19:9-18

- - - and after the fire a sound of sheer silence.  (v. 12)

Holy God, let the flame of your love burn brightly in us, that others may know your true nature.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who will die today

Psalm 85:8-13; 1 Kings 18:1-16; Acts 17:10-15

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Broken and given

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Broken and given:  Matthew 15:32-39 After giving thanks he broke them and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds.  (v.36) Givin...

Broken and given

 Matthew 15:32-39

After giving thanks he broke them and gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the crowds.  (v.36)

Giving God, break our hearts of stone and give us as blessings to the world, that your love might be known.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Bakers, cooks, and chefs

Psalm 78: 1-8, 17-29; Exodus 16:2-15, 31-35

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hardship and hope

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hardship and hope:  Deuteronomy 26:1-15 The Lord heard our voice and saw our affliction.  (v.7) Hope-giving God; thank you for hearing our cries for hope and p...

Hardship and hope

 Deuteronomy 26:1-15

The Lord heard our voice and saw our affliction.  (v.7)

Hope-giving God; thank you for hearing our cries for hope and peace when life is difficult.  In Christ's name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who are unemployed or underemp;loyed

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Life together:  Romans 1:8-15 - - - so that we may be nytually encouraged by each other's faith.  (v.12) Faithful God, grant us ever deeper relationshi...

Life together

 Romans 1:8-15

- - - so that we may be nytually encouraged by each other's faith.  (v.12)

Faithful God, grant us ever deeper relationships that in turn deepen our faith in you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Neighbors we have yet to meet

Psalm 78:1-8, 17-29; Deuteronomy 8:1-10

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Shaped by many stories

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Shaped by many stories:  Romans 9:1-5 They are Israelites, and to them belong the adoption.  (v.4) Unifying God, where conflicts would separate us, draw us together...

Shaped by many stories

 Romans 9:1-5

They are Israelites, and to them belong the adoption.  (v.4)

Unifying God, where conflicts would separate us, draw us together through your Son. Amen.

Prayer concern:  Our Jewish siblings, who first heard God's word

Psalm 145:8-9, 14-21; Isaiah 44:1-5; Matthew 7:7-11

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A mantra of steadfast love

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A mantra of steadfast love:  Psalm 145:8-9, 14-21 The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.  (v.) Loving God, may the centering ...

A mantra of steadfast love

 Psalm 145:8-9, 14-21

The Lord is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.  (v.)

Loving God, may the centering thought of you be ever in our hearts, minds, words, and actions.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Our ecumenical and interfaith partners

Isaiah 51:17-23; Romans 9:6-13

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Filled to overflowing

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Filled to overflowing:  Isaiah 55:1-5 Ho, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters.  (v.1) Overwhelming God, you fill us with all good things and suprise us daily ...

Filled to overflowing

 Isaiah 55:1-5

Ho, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters.  (v.1)

Overwhelming God, you fill us with all good things and suprise us daily with your beauty.  Thank you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Backyard farmers

Psalm 145:8-9. 14-21; Proverbs 10:1-5; Philippians 4:10-15

Lady Wisdom

 Proverbs 1:1-7,20-33

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.  (v.7)

Eternal Wisdom, grant us more of you, and grant us the joy and life that you bring.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Parents, grandparents, and other caregivers of kids

Psalm 119:121-128; Mark 4:30-34

Ephesians 6:10-18 - - - 230801cioh

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Standing with GOD and one another

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Standing with GOD and one another:  Ephesians 6:10-18 Keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the saints.  (v.18) Mighty God, be our strength and our hope, and...

Standing with GOD and one another

 Ephesians 6:10-18

Keep alert and always persevere in supplication for all the saints.  (v.18)

Mighty God, be our strength and our hope, and may we be strength and hope for one another.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who stand for justice through peace

Psalm 119:121-128; 1 Kings 4:29-34

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our great healer

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Our great healer:  Matthew 12:15-21 Many crowds followed {Jesus}, and he cured all of them.  (v.15) Jesus, use me today to share God's healing love with s...

Our great healer

 Matthew 12:15-21

Many crowds followed {Jesus}, and he cured all of them.  (v.15)

Jesus, use me today to share God's healing love with someone in need.  Amen.

Health-care workers

Psalm 75;  Daniel 12:1-13

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: James, Apostle:  Mark 10:35-45 {Jesus said,} "Whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant."  (v.43) Jesus, give me a servant&#39...

James, Apostle

 Mark 10:35-45

{Jesus said,} "Whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant."  (v.43)

Jesus, give me a servant's heart, that others may see you through me.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Community - service organizations

1 Kings 19:9-18; Psalm 7:1-10; Acts 11:27 - - - 12:3a

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: An attitude of gratitude

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: An attitude of gratitude:  Psalm 75 We give thanks to you, O God; we give thanks; your name is near:  People tell of your wonderous deeds.  (v.1) Dear God, help me be...

An attitude of gratitude

 Psalm 75

We give thanks to you, O God; we give thanks; your name is near:  People tell of your wonderous deeds.  (v.1)

Dear God, help me be forever grateful for my undeserved blessings from your hand.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Musicians and singers

Nahum 1:1-13; Revelation 14:12-20

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 16

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 16:  Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43 {Jesus said,} "An enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat."  (v.25) Through my words, my actions, and my...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 16

 Matt. 13:24-30, 36-43

{Jesus said,} "An enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat."  (v.25)

Through my words, my actions, and my deeds, O Lord, help me to plant good seed today.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Gardeners and landscape professionals

Isaiah 44:6-8; Psalm 86:11-17; Romans 8:12-25

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Mary Magdalene, Apostle

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Mary Magdalene, Apostle:  John 20:1-2, 11-18 Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, " I have seen the Lord."  (v.18) Lord, thank you for empow...

Mary Magdalene, Apostle

 John 20:1-2, 11-18

Mary Magdalene went and announced to the disciples, " I have seen the Lord."  (v.18)

Lord, thank you for empowering Mary Magdalene to share your good news.  Please empower me too.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Thanks for women's leadership gifts

Exodus 2:1-10; Psalm 73:23-28; Acts 13:26-33a

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Still learning patience:  Romans 8:12-25 But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. Jesus, help me breathe deeply today and with each breat...

Still learning patience

 Romans 8:12-25

But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience.

Jesus, help me breathe deeply today and with each breath feel your calming presence.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People in a hurry

Psalm 86: 11-17; Isaiah 44:9-17; Hebrews 6:13-20

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: In the current of God's love

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: In the current of God's love:  Great is your steadfast love toward me.  (v.13) Psalm 86:11-17 No matter where I am carried today, O Lord, let me sense your love for me.  ...

In the current of God's love

 Great is your steadfast love toward me.  (v.13)

Psalm 86:11-17

No matter where I am carried today, O Lord, let me sense your love for me.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  The health of lakes, rivers, oceans

Isaiah 41:21-29; Hebrews 2:1-9

PS:  Many memories and the batteries died too 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Amazing universe, amazing God

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Amazing universe, amazing God:  Isaiah 44:6-8 Who is like me? . . . Do not fear, or be afraid.  (v.7-8) Creator God, with Isaiah and the psalmist, we stand in awe of our m...

Amazing universe, amazing God

 Isaiah 44:6-8

Who is like me? . . . Do not fear, or be afraid.  (v.7-8)

Creator God, with Isaiah and the psalmist, we stand in awe of our majesty and limitless love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:   Astronomers and theologians

Psalm 92:  Proverbs 11:23-30;  Matthew 13:10-17

Love stronger than disobedience

 Deuteronomy 28:1-14

All these blessings shall come upon you and overtake you, if you obey the Lord your God.  (v.2)

Giver of life, thank you for taking our sin and remembering it no more.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those seeking forgiveness

Psalm 92:  Ephesians 4:17 - - - 5:2

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: More than just instructions

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: More than just instructions:  1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus.  (v.2) Keep us strong in our faith, O Lord, always...

More than just instructions

 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus.  (v.2)

Keep us strong in our faith, O Lord, always seeking direction from you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who work in educational settings

Psalm 92:  Leviticus 26:3-20

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 15

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 15:  Matt. 13:1-9, 18-23 {Jesus concluded,} "Let anyone with ears listen!" (v.9) Former God, cultivate good soil in us today so your w...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 15

 Matt. 13:1-9, 18-23

{Jesus concluded,} "Let anyone with ears listen!" (v.9)

Former God, cultivate good soil in us today so your word may bear good fruit.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Audiologists

Isaiah 55:10-13; Psalm 65: {1-8}, 9-13; Romans 8:1-11

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: All are welcome

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: All are welcome:  Romans 8:1-11 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  (v.1) O God, forgive me when I hear you.  Help me ...

All are welcome

 Romans 8:1-11

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  (v.1)

O God, forgive me when I hear you.  Help me to live in your boundless love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Locksmiths

Psalm 65:{1-8} 9-13; Isaiah 52:1-6; John 12:44-50

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A year of bounty

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A year of bounty:  Psalm 65:{1-8} 9-13 You crown the year with your bounty; your wagon tracks overflow with richness.  (v.11) Gardener God,  help us to partic...

A year of bounty

 Psalm 65:{1-8} 9-13

You crown the year with your bounty; your wagon tracks overflow with richness.  (v.11)

Gardener God,  help us to participate in your good harvest here on earth.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Creation- care ministries

Isaiah 48:6-11; Romans 15:14-21

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

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

Serving safely

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Weaning my soul

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Weaning my soul:  Psalm 131 I have calmed and quieted my soul.  (v.2) Mothering God, wean my soul so that I may feed on mature spiritual food.  Amen. Prayer ...

Weaning my soul

 Psalm 131

I have calmed and quieted my soul.  (v.2)

Mothering God, wean my soul so that I may feed on mature spiritual food.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children being weaned and their caregivers

Jeremiah 28:1-17; Romans 3:1-8

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God's fingerprints

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God's fingerprints:  Romans 1:18-25 {God has} been understood and seen through the things he has made.  (v.2) Creative God, help us acknowledge you each time we...

God's fingerprints

 Romans 1:18-25

{God has} been understood and seen through the things he has made.  (v.2)

Creative God, help us acknowledge you each time we see your fingerprints in the natural world.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  The health of the environment

Psalm 131;  Jeremiah 27:1-11, 16-22

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Deeply worn grooves

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Deeply worn grooves:  Romans 7:16-25a I can will what is right, but I cannot do it.  (v.18) Prayer concern:  Those suffering because of racial bias Psalm 145:8-1...

Deeply worn grooves

 Romans 7:16-25a

I can will what is right, but I cannot do it.  (v.18)

Prayer concern:  Those suffering because of racial bias

Psalm 145:8-14; Zechariah 4:1-7; Luke 10:21-24

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Why praise ?

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Why praise ?:  Psalm 145:8-14 All your works shall give thanks to you, O Lord, and all your faithful shall bless you.  (v.10) Holy Lord, I declare that yo...

Why praise ?

 Psalm 145:8-14

All your works shall give thanks to you, O Lord, and all your faithful shall bless you.  (v.10)

Holy Lord, I declare that you are worthy of my full attention.  Shape me in the way of Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Your congregation's health and witness

Zechariah 2:6-13; Romans 7:7-20

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Prisoner of hope

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Prisoner of hope:  Zechariah 9:9-12 Return to your stronghold, O prisoners of hope . . . I will restore to you double.  (v.12) God, shape my life after yours,...

Prisoner of hope

 Zechariah 9:9-12

Return to your stronghold, O prisoners of hope . . . I will restore to you double.  (v.12)

God, shape my life after yours, in solidarity with those you love.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Psalm 145:8-14; Zachariah 1:1-6; Romans 7:1-6

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Expecting nothing in return

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Expecting nothing in return:  Matthew 10:5-23 {Jesus said,}, "You received without payment; give without payment."  (v.8) God, help me to be generous.  In Jesu...

Expecting nothing in return

 Matthew 10:5-23

{Jesus said,}, "You received without payment; give without payment."  (v.8)

God, help me to be generous.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Hunger and relief programs

Psalm 6:  Jeremiah 38:1-13

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: When the truth hurts

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: When the truth hurts:  Jeremiah 26:1-12 It may be that they will listen . . . and will turn from their evil way.  (v.3) God, help me accept the truth anout myself...

When the truth hurts

 Jeremiah 26:1-12

It may be that they will listen . . . and will turn from their evil way.  (v.3)

God, help me accept the truth anout myself, along with your forgiveness, love, and salvation.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those struggling with hard truths

Psalm 6:  Revelation 2:8-11

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Turning it over

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Turning it over:  Psalm 6 The Lord has heard my supplications; the Lord accepts my prayer.  (v.9) Prayer concern:  Those going through a time of trial Micah ...

Turning it over

 Psalm 6

The Lord has heard my supplications; the Lord accepts my prayer.  (v.9)

Prayer concern:  Those going through a time of trial

Micah 7:1-7; Revelation 2:1-7

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 12

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 12:  Matthew 10:24-39 {Jesus said,} "Those who lose their life for my sake will find it."  (v.39) God, help me to let go of the things...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 12

 Matthew 10:24-39

{Jesus said,} "Those who lose their life for my sake will find it."  (v.39)

God, help me to let go of the things that keep me from service to you and your creation.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those burdened by excess

Jeremiah 20:7-13; Psalm 69:7-10 {11-15} 16-18; Romans 6:1b-11

John the Baptist

 Luke 1:57-67 (68-80)

For, indeed, the hand of the Lord was with him.  (v.66)

God, help me to remember to trust in you, like John the Baptist did.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Emergency response dispatchers

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The sin problem

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The sin problem:  Romans 6:1b-11 How can we who died to sin go on living in it? (v.2) God, please remove my attachment to sins that separate me from you and ...

The sin problem

 Romans 6:1b-11

How can we who died to sin go on living in it? (v.2)

God, please remove my attachment to sins that separate me from you and my neighbors.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People living with addiction

Psalm 69:7-10 {11-15} 16-18; Jeremiah 18:18-23; Acts 5:17-26

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The fir within

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The fir within:  Jeremiah 20:7-13 For the word of the Lord has become . . . like a burning fire shut up in my bones.  (vv. 8-9) Holy God, thank you for your...

The fir within

 Jeremiah 20:7-13

For the word of the Lord has become . . . like a burning fire shut up in my bones.  (vv. 8-9)

Holy God, thank you for your powerful word that burns within our bones.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Prophets within the church

Psalm 69:7-10 {11-15} 16-18; Jeremiah 18:12-17; Hebrews 2:5-9

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Sing Boldly:  Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45 Sing to {the Lord}, sing praises to him;  tell of all his wonderful works.  (v.2) Wonderful God, we praise you with s...

Sing Boldly

 Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45

Sing to {the Lord}, sing praises to him;  tell of all his wonderful works.  (v.2)

Wonderful God, we praise you with singing for your extravagant love and your marvelous works.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Music teachers

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: You are called

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: You are called:  1 Samuel 3:1-9 Here I am, for you called me . . . Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.  (vv. 8-9) God, thank you for calling us by n...

You are called

 1 Samuel 3:1-9

Here I am, for you called me . . . Speak, Lord, for your servant is listening.  (vv. 8-9)

God, thank you for calling us by name and uniting us as a family through the baptismal waters.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People discerning their call in life

Psalm 105: 1-11, 37-45; 2 Thessalonians 2:13 - - - 3:5

Angela T. Khabeb

June 16-22

Angela T. Khabeb is a pastor on staff at Holy Trinity Lutheran church in south Minneapolis, Minnesota.  She graduated from Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and the Lutheran school of Theology at Chicago.  Angela enjoys an active home life with an amazing husband, Benhi, and three wonderful children:  Konami, Khenna, and Khonni

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Let freedom ring!

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Let freedom ring!:  Joshua 1:1-11 Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you.  (v.9) Liberating God, grant u...

Let freedom ring!

 Joshua 1:1-11

Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you.  (v.9)

Liberating God, grant us courage.  Inspire us to live for peace and freedom for all.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  For the dismantling of systems of racism

Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45; 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 11

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 11:  Matthew 9:35 - - - 10:23 When {Jesus} saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless.  (9:36) Caring G...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 11

 Matthew 9:35 - - - 10:23

When {Jesus} saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless.  (9:36)

Caring God, you enter our suffering with loving compassion.  Teach us to do likewise.  In Christ we pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Congregational outreach ministries

Exodus 19:2 - - - 8a; Psalm 100; Romans 5:1-8

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Precious hope:  Romans 5:1-8 Hope does not disappoint us, because God's love has been poured into our hearts.  (v.5)   Faithful God, thank you for gran...

Precious hope

 Romans 5:1-8

Hope does not disappoint us, because God's love has been poured into our hearts.  (v.5)   Faithful God, thank you for granting us your hope that sustains us through any heartbreak.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Families living with pregnancy or infant loss

Psalm 100; Exodus 6:28 - - - 7;13; Mark 7:1-13

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God is so good !

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God is so good !:  Psalm 100 The Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever.  (v.5) Gracious God, thank you for your goodness to humanity and all creati...

God is so good !

 Psalm 100

The Lord is good; his steadfast love endures forever.  (v.5)

Gracious God, thank you for your goodness to humanity and all creation.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People overwhelmed by work demands

Exodus 4:27-31; Acts 7:35-43

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God's certain provision and promise

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: God's certain provision and promise:  Exodus 19:2-8a If you obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession.  (v.5) God, speak grace and peace into the ...

God's certain provision and promise

 Exodus 19:2-8a

If you obey my voice and keep my covenant, you shall be my treasured possession.  (v.5)

God, speak grace and peace into the uncertain spaces of our lives, through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People in a time of discernment

Psalm 100:  Exodus 4:18-23;  Hebrews 3:1-6

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Rocky trails; evergreen God

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Rocky trails; evergreen God:  Hosea 14:1-9 I am like an evergreen cypress;  your faithfulness comes from me.  (v.8) Guide us, O God, over, under, and around the obstacle...

Rocky trails; evergreen God

 Hosea 14:1-9

I am like an evergreen cypress;  your faithfulness comes from me.  (v.8)

Guide us, O God, over, under, and around the obstacles of life.  We ask this in Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those facing overwhelming challenges

Psalm 40:1-8; Matthew 12:1-8

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Imitation and imagination

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Imitation and imagination:  Hebrews 13:1-16 Remember your leaders, those who spoke the word of God to you . . . and imitate their faith.  (v.7) Help us, Lord, to imita...

Imitation and imagination

 Hebrews 13:1-16

Remember your leaders, those who spoke the word of God to you . . . and imitate their faith.  (v.7)

Help us, Lord, to imitate our Lord Jesus with love, care, and compassion for all people.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Victims of torture

Psalm 40:1-8; Hosea 8:11-14; 10:1-2

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Barnabas, Apostle (transferred)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Barnabas, Apostle (transferred):  Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3 For he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith.  (11-24) Holy God, find us today and surprise us with th...

Barnabas, Apostle (transferred)

 Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3

For he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith.  (11-24)

Holy God, find us today and surprise us with the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:   Trust in the Holy Spirit

Isaiah 42:5-12; Psalm 112; Matthew 10:7-16

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 10

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 10:  Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 {Jesus said,} "Go and learn what this means, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice."  (v.13) Lord, teach us t...

Time after Pentecost - - - Lectionary 10

 Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26

{Jesus said,} "Go and learn what this means, "I desire mercy, not sacrifice."  (v.13)

Lord, teach us to be present with one another in the name of and with the mercy of Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who are excluded, neglected, or rejected

Hosea 5:15 - - - 6:6; Psalm 50:7-15; Romans 4:13-25

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Productivity or promise ?

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Productivity or promise ?:  Romans 4:13-25 Therefore his faith "was reckoned to him as righteousness."  (v.22) God, help us trade the burden of our productiv...

Productivity or promise ?

 Romans 4:13-25

Therefore his faith "was reckoned to him as righteousness."  (v.22)

God, help us trade the burden of our productivity for the grace you give through our Lord Jesus.  Amen.

Psalm 50:7-15; Exodus 34:1-9; Matthew 9:27-34

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Of light and love

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Of light and love:  Psalm 50:7-15 Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and pay your vows to the Most High.  (v.14) God of light, grow us into the beloved ...

Of light and love

 Psalm 50:7-15

Offer to God a sacrifice of thanksgiving, and pay your vows to the Most High.  (v.14)

God of light, grow us into the beloved people you created us to be in Jesus Christ, our Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Horticulturists and arborists

Lamentations 3:40-58; Acts 28:1-10

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Remind us again

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Remind us again:  John 14:25-26 The Holy Spirit . . . will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you.  (v.26) Prayer concern:  Peop...

Remind us again

 John 14:25-26

The Holy Spirit . . . will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you.  (v.26)

Prayer concern:  People experiencing memory loss

Psalm 29; Job 39:26 - - - 40:5

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Love as our GPS

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Love as our GPS:  Hosea 5:15 - - - 6:6 For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice.  (6:6) God of grace, by your Holy Spirit guide us into the way of peace...

Love as our GPS

 Hosea 5:15 - - - 6:6

For I desire steadfast love and not sacrifice.  (6:6)

God of grace, by your Holy Spirit guide us into the way of peace.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel lost in life

Psalm 50:7-15; Lamentations 1:7-11; 2 Peter 2:17-22

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Gift - colored glasses

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Gift - colored glasses:  1 Corinthians 12:4-13 To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.  (v.7) Holy Spirit, help us to discern and shar...

Gift - colored glasses

 1 Corinthians 12:4-13

To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.  (v.7)

Holy Spirit, help us to discern and share the gifts you have already given us in Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel they have no gifts

Psalm 29: Job 39:13-25

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Power and presence

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Power and presence:  Psalm 29 The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.  (v.4) God of presence, speak strength and peace to u...

Power and presence

 Psalm 29

The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty.  (v.4)

God of presence, speak strength and peace to us today, that we might know you are near.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Courage and strength to work for justice

Job 38:39 - - - 39:12; 1 Corinthians 12:1-3

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The Holy Trinity:  Matthew 28:16-20 When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted.  (v.17) Lord Jesus, find us in our worship and our doubting, and...

The Holy Trinity

 Matthew 28:16-20

When they saw him, they worshipped him; but some doubted.  (v.17)

Lord Jesus, find us in our worship and our doubting, and bless the tension between between them.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those whose doubt brings despair

Genesis 1:1 - - - 2:4a; Psalm 8: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Endings and beginnings

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Endings and beginnings:  2 Corinthians 13:11-13 . . . and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.  (v.13) Prayer concern:  People experiencing endings ...

Endings and beginnings

 2 Corinthians 13:11-13

. . . and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.  (v.13)

Prayer concern:  People experiencing endings and new beginnings

Psalm 8; Job 38:22-38; John 14:15-17

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Painted with glory

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Painted with glory:  Psalm 8 You have made them a little lower than God, and crowned them with glory and honor.  (v.5) Creator God, lead us to experience the wo...

Painted with glory

 Psalm 8

You have made them a little lower than God, and crowned them with glory and honor.  (v.5)

Creator God, lead us to experience the wonder of all of your children.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel or are unseen

Job 38:12-21;  2 Timothy 1:12b-14

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: On the move

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: On the move:  Genesis 1:1 - - - 2:4a God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good.  (v.31) Creator God, give us room to breathe your...

On the move

 Genesis 1:1 - - - 2:4a

God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good.  (v.31)

Creator God, give us room to breathe your Spirit and to rest, if but for a moment, in your love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those overwhelmed by the pace of life

Psalm 8:  Job 38:1-11; 2 Timothy 1:8-12a

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Visit of Mary to Elizabeth

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Visit of Mary to Elizabeth: Luke 1:39-56 Blessed is she who believed that there would be fulfillment of what was spoken to her. (v.45) Lord, thank you for people in our...

Visit of Mary to Elizabeth

Luke 1:39-56

Blessed is she who believed that there would be fulfillment of what was spoken to her. (v.45)

Lord, thank you for people in our lives who welcome and affirm us.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Hospitality ministries

1 Samuel 2:1-10; Psalm 113; Romans 12:9-16b

 

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Sacred Silence:  Romans 8:26-27 That very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words.  (v.26) Lord, help us take time today to be still and know that y...

Sacred Silence

 Romans 8:26-27

That very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words.  (v.26)

Lord, help us take time today to be still and know that you are God.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Respite for caregivers

Psalm 104:24-34, 35b;  Ezekiel 39:7-8, 21-29

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Before and after

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Before and after:  Joel 2:18-29 You shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I, the Lord, am your God.  (v.27) Prayer concern:  Affordable, stabl...

Before and after

 Joel 2:18-29

You shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I, the Lord, am your God.  (v.27)

Prayer concern:  Affordable, stable housing for all

Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b; Romans 8: 18-24

Day of Pentecost

 John 20:19-23

[Jesus said,]  "If you retain the sins of any, they are retained."  (v.23)

Forgiveness is both hard and needed, God.  Give us your strength to forgive.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Healing in relationships

Numbers 11:24-30; Psalm 104:24-34, 35b; Acts 2:1-21