Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Rejoice and be glad in it

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Rejoice and be glad in it:  Psalm 37:1-17 Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.  (v.4) Help us delight and trust in you, Lord, espe...

Rejoice and be glad in it

 Psalm 37:1-17

Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.  (v.4)

Help us delight and trust in you, Lord, especially when our hearts are hardened.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those wrestling with bitterness

Ruth 2:1-16; James 5:1-6

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Based on love

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Based on love:  Philemon 1--- 25 I would rather appeal to you on the basis of love.  (v. 9) Thank you, powerful God, for your astonishing love, revealed to...

Based on love

 Philemon 1--- 25

I would rather appeal to you on the basis of love.  (v. 9)

Thank you, powerful God, for your astonishing love, revealed to us in Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Survivors and perpetrators of human trafficking

Psalm 37:1-17; Ruth 1:1-18

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Never forget

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Never forget:  Psalm 15 Those who do these things shall never be moved.  (v.5) Receive our sighs too deep for words, O Lord, in your even deeper love.  Am...

Never forget

 Psalm 15

Those who do these things shall never be moved.  (v.5)

Receive our sighs too deep for words, O Lord, in your even deeper love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those hurting for doing what is right

Psalm 15: Deuteronomy 24:17 - - - 25:4; 1 Timothy 5:17-24

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Don't skip ahead

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Don't skip ahead: Micah 6:1-8 O my people, remember now.  (v.5) Thank you for your justice and kindness toward us Lord, and for walking humbly with us in Chri...

Don't skip ahead

Micah 6:1-8

O my people, remember now.  (v.5)

Thank you for your justice and kindness toward us Lord, and for walking humbly with us in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who care for persons with memory loss

Psalm 15; Deuteronomy 16:18-20; 1 Peter 3:8-12

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Conversion of Paul

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Conversion of Paul:  Luke 21:10-19 I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to . . . contradict.  (v.15) Holy Spirit, clear m...

Conversion of Paul

 Luke 21:10-19

I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to . . . contradict.  (v.15)

Holy Spirit, clear me of spiritual clutter; may your words and wisdom flow through me.  Amen

Prayer concern:  Those in legal jeopardy

Acts 9:1-22; Psalm 67; Galatians 1:11-24

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hope for the abandoned

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Hope for the abandoned:  Psalm 27:7-14 If my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will take me up.  (v.10) "Teach me your way, O Lord"  (v.11), that I m...

Hope for the abandoned

 Psalm 27:7-14

If my father and mother forsake me, the Lord will take me up.  (v.10)

"Teach me your way, O Lord"  (v.11), that I might love others as you first loved me.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Orphans and neglected children

Judges 7:12-22; Philippians 2:12-18

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: The formula:  Judges 5:11-24 But the Lord said to {Gideon}, "Peace be to you, do not fear."  (v.23) Thank you, Lord, for your patience and pers...

The formula

 Judges 5:11-24

But the Lord said to {Gideon}, "Peace be to you, do not fear."  (v.23)

Thank you, Lord, for your patience and perseverance with us.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People trapped in unhealthy cycles

Psalm 27:7-14; Ephesians 5:6-14

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Third Sunday after Epiphany

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Third Sunday after Epiphany:  Matthew 4:12-23 Jesus began to proclaim, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near."  (v.17) God of love and life, turn us...

Third Sunday after Epiphany

 Matthew 4:12-23

Jesus began to proclaim, "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near."  (v.17)

God of love and life, turn us again this day toward your transforming grace.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Prophets and preachers who help us see God's kingdom at work

Isaiah 9:1-4; Psalm 27:1,4-9; 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A vision beyond division

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A vision beyond division:  1 Corinthians 1:10-18 I thank God that I baptized none of you.  (v.14) Wise God, lead us from our small-minded squabbles to your large-hear...

A vision beyond division

 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

I thank God that I baptized none of you.  (v.14)

Wise God, lead us from our small-minded squabbles to your large-hearted love in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Communities in conflict

Psalm 27:1-6; 1 Samuel 15:34 - - - 16:13; Luke 5:27-32

PS:  Two deaths in this communities ...  called Energizer ...  :)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Sacrifices of great joy

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Sacrifices of great joy:  Psalm 27:1,4-9 I will offer in his tent sacrifices with shouts of joy.  (v.6) Generous God, open my heart and hands in generosity until I t...

Sacrifices of great joy

 Psalm 27:1,4-9

I will offer in his tent sacrifices with shouts of joy.  (v.6)

Generous God, open my heart and hands in generosity until I taste great joy.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  For generosity of spirit for ourselves and others

1 Samuel 9:27 - - - 10:6; Galatians 2:1-10

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

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

Sleepless in Chicago

 

Sleepless in Chicago

 Isaiah 9:1-4

The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light.  (v.2)

Jesus, light of the world, shine hope upon us all.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People in despair today

Psalm 27:1-6; Samuel 1:1-20; Galatians 1:11-24

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Confession of Peter

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Confession of Peter:  Matthew 15:13-19 {Jesus} said to the disciples], "But who do you say that I am?"  (v.15) Messiah Jesus, embolden us with Peter&#3...

Confession of Peter

 Matthew 15:13-19

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

Messiah Jesus, embolden us with Peter's courage to speak truth both to you and about you.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Hearts injured by gossip and slander

Acts 4:8-13; Psalm 18:1-6, 16-19; 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Overwhelming grace:  Psalm 40:6-17 Le your steadfast love and your faithfulness keep me safe forever.  (v.11) Wow, Lord!  Thank you for loving and keeping me no...

Overwhelming grace

 Psalm 40:6-17

Le your steadfast love and your faithfulness keep me safe forever.  (v.11)

Wow, Lord!  Thank you for loving and keeping me no matter what.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People celebrating a baptism anniversary

Isaiah 53:1-23; Hebrews 10:1-4

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Don't answer that

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Don't answer that:  Acts 8:26-40 The eunuch said, " . . . What is to prevent me from being baptized?" (v.36) Spirit of Jesus, open our ears to you an...

Don't answer that

 Acts 8:26-40

The eunuch said, " . . . What is to prevent me from being baptized?" (v.36)

Spirit of Jesus, open our ears to you and our hearts to others.  When need be, close our lips!  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Bible teachers

Psalm 40:6-17; Exodus 12:1-13, 21-28

Second Sunday after the Ephiphany

John 1:29-42

{Jesus} said to them, "What are you looking for ?" (v.38)

God, thank you for continually seeking us.  Let us rest in you.  We pray in Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Spiritual seekers

Isaiah 49:1-7; Psalm 40:1-11; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

 

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Many gifts:  1 Corinthians 1:1-9 You are not lacking in any spiritual gift.  (v.7) God, reveal to us our spiritual gifts and help us use them as you wis...

Many gifts

 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

You are not lacking in any spiritual gift.  (v.7)

God, reveal to us our spiritual gifts and help us use them as you wish, for Jesus' sake.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Retirees seeking to use their gifts

Psalm 40:1-11; 1 Kings 19:19-21; Luke 5:1-11

Proclaim it!

 Psalm 40:1-11

I have spoken of your faithfulness and your salvation.  (v.10)

Make us bold, O God, to share about your love and faithfulness.  We pray in the name of Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Student athletes

Psalm 40:1-11; Genesis 27:40=38; Acts 1:1-5

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Working in vain:  Isaiah 49:1-7 I have labored in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity.  (v.4) God, sometimes it feels our work is in vain. ...

Working in vain

 Isaiah 49:1-7

I have labored in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity.  (v.4)

God, sometimes it feels our work is in vain.  Help us trust in your strength, not our own.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those under- or unemployws

Psalm 40:1-11; Isaiah 22:15-25; Galatians 1:6-12

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Spirit of gentleness

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Spirit of gentleness:  Matthew 12:15-21 He will not break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick.  (v.20) Give us wisdom, God, to discern when to be gentle an...

Spirit of gentleness

 Matthew 12:15-21

He will not break a bruised reed or quench a smoldering wick.  (v.20)

Give us wisdom, God, to discern when to be gentle and when to be fierce.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Parents of young children

Psalm 89:5-37; Isaiah 51:1-16

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Cure and healing

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Cure and healing: Acts 8:4-13 Many others who were paralyzed or lame were cured.  (v.7) Healer of our every ill, bring healing where we need it most, whether ...

Cure and healing

Acts 8:4-13

Many others who were paralyzed or lame were cured.  (v.7)

Healer of our every ill, bring healing where we need it most, whether in body, mind, or spirit.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People in recovery programs

Psalm 89:5-37; Jeremiah 1:4-10

 

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Those other gods

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Those other gods:  Genesis 35:1-15 {Jacob said,} "Put away the foreign gods that are among you." (v.2) God, reorgient us when we choose to fear, lov...

Those other gods

 Genesis 35:1-15

{Jacob said,} "Put away the foreign gods that are among you." (v.2)

God, reorgient us when we choose to fear, love, and trust other things above you.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  For ourselves when we struggle to trust in God

Psalm 89:5-37; Acts 10:44-48

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Baptism of Our Lord (battery died)

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Baptism of Our Lord (battery died):  Matthew 3:13-17 A voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."  (v.17) Your wondrous love ...

Baptism of Our Lord (battery died)

 Matthew 3:13-17

A voice from heaven said, "This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased."  (v.17)

Your wondrous love amazes me, God.  Help me live out my gratitude, for Jesus' sake.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Pastors and ministry leaders

Isaiah 42:1-9; Psalm 29; Acts 10:34-43

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Not partial

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Not partial:  Acts 10:34-43 {Peter said.} "I truly understand that God shows no partiality."  (v.34) Give us courage, God, to listen before we ...

Not partial

 Acts 10:34-43

{Peter said.} "I truly understand that God shows no partiality."  (v.34)

Give us courage, God, to listen before we speak, especially to those who differ from us.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Elected officials and candidates

Psalm 72; 1 Kings 10:1=13; Ephesians 3:14-21

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Epiphany of our Lord:  Matthew 2:1-12 {The wise men said.} "We observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage."  (v.2) Creator God, we...

Epiphany of our Lord

 Matthew 2:1-12

{The wise men said.} "We observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage."  (v.2)

Creator God, we praise you for the world of wonders you have made.  Stir us to awe and worship.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Scientists

Isaiah 60: 1-6; Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14; Ephesians 3:1-12

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A different justice

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: A different justice:  Isaiah 42:1-9 My servant . . . my chosen . . . will bring forth justice to the nations.  (v.1) Reconciling God, help us see how to be serva...

A different justice

 Isaiah 42:1-9

My servant . . . my chosen . . . will bring forth justice to the nations.  (v.1)

Reconciling God, help us see how to be servants of your justice for the good of all.  In Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Indigenous peoples and tribal nations

Psalm 72; Joshua 1:1-9; Hebrews 11:32 - - - 12:2

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Holy ground:  Exodus 3:1-5 {God said} "Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place . . . is holy ground."  (v.5) Grounded in you, God, may...

Holy ground

 Exodus 3:1-5

{God said} "Remove the sandals from your feet, for the place . . . is holy ground."  (v.5)

Grounded in you, God, may we give and receive holy hospitality.  Through Christ we pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Footwear manufacturers and retailers

Psalm 72; Hebrews 11:23-31

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Extended Warranty:  Hebrews 11:1-12 Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.  (v.1) Kindle faith and trust within us,...

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

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Encounters with God:  Genesis 28:16-22 {Jacob said} "Surely the Lord is in this place - - - and I did not know it!"  (v.16) Suprising God, you are with...

Encounters with God

 Genesis 28:16-22

{Jacob said} "Surely the Lord is in this place - - - and I did not know it!"  (v.16)

Suprising God, you are with us whever we go and no matter what we have done.  Help us see you there.  Amen.

Prayer concern:      ELCA Young Adults in Global Mission

Psalm 72; Hebrews 11:13-22

Extended Warranty

 Hebrews 11:1-12

Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.  (v.1)

Kindle faith and trust within us, faithful God.  Reassure us with your love, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who work in the manufacturing industry

Psalm 72, Genesis 12:1-7

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Name of Jesus

Christ in our Home 5112 SW 33rd ST. Topeka KS 66614: Name of Jesus: Luke 2:15-21 He was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived.  (v.21) God who makes all things new:  Remind us this...

Name of Jesus

Luke 2:15-21

He was called Jesus, the name given by the angel before he was conceived.  (v.21)

God who makes all things new:  Remind us this year and always of your identity in you.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are starting over in some big way

Numbers 6:22-27; Psalm 8: Galatians 4:4-7