St. Paul's in Olney

From The Word in Season Today's reading Matthew 24:36-44 "Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an unexpected hour."(v.44)... Today's prayer Dear Jesus, give me patience to live my life the way you have instructed me, and he me keep watch until you come again. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 122; Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14

From The Word in Season Today's reading Genesis 6:11-22 "Now the earth was corrupt in God's sight, and the earth was filled with violence."(v.11)... Today's prayer Dear God, thank you for sending people of great faith, both in the Bible and in my own life. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 122; Matthew 24:1-22

From The Word in Season Today's reading Hebrews 11:1-7 "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen."(v.1)... Today's prayer Dear God, thank you for the great cloud of witnesses who help strengthen my faith. Help me to serve as an example to others as well. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 122; Genesis 6:1-10

From The Word in Season Today's reading Psalm 12 "Pray for the peace of Jerusalem: "May they prosper who love you. Peace be within your walls, and security within your towers."(v.6-7)... Today's prayer Dear God, help me find ways to seek peace in our troubled world. May I remember to pray each day for our Palestinian brothers and sisters in Jerusalem. Amen. Additional readings Daniel 9:15-19; James 4:1-10

From The Word in Season Today's reading Isaiah 60:8-16 "Foreigners shall build up your walls, and their kings shall minister to see you."(v.10)... Today's prayer Dear God, make my heart and hands open to those who need my help. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 24; Luke 1:1-4

From The Word in Season Today's reading Revelation 22:8-21 "The one who testifies to these things says, "Surely I am coming soon."(v.20)... Today's prayer Dear God, help me be eager and open to the truths your Holy Word reveals. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 24; Isaiah 33:17-22

From The Word in Season Today's reading Luke 17:20-37 "[Jesus said,] "For, in fact, the kingdom of God is among you."(v.21)... Today's prayer God of vision, let us be on the lookout today for signs of your kingdom in our midst. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 98; Ezekiel 10:1-19

From The Word in Season Today's reading 2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 "Our testimony to you was believed."(v.10)... Today's prayer Redeemer, save us all, I pray. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 98; 2 Samuel 21:1-14

From The Word in Season Today's reading Psalm 98 "Let the floods clap their hands."(v.8)... Today's prayer Creator, let others hear your song in me. Amen. Additional readings 1 Samuel 28:3-19; Romans 1:18-25

From The Word in Season Today's reading John 5:19-29 "[Jesus said,] "You will be astonished."(v.20)... Today's prayer God of wonder, give me courage for life. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 123; Job 25:1--26:14

From The Word in Season Today's reading 2 John 1-13 "Although I have much to write to you, I would rather not use paper and ink."(v.12)... Today's prayer Everywhere God, keep watch with those from whom I am separated today. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 123; Job 21:1, 17-34

From The Word in Season Today's reading Psalm 123 "We have had more than enough of contempt.(v.3)... Today's prayer Help me to reject contempt, O God, and embrace each chance to embody your mercy. Amen. Additional readings Job 20:1-11; Peter 1:16-21

From The Word in Season Today's reading Luke 20:27-38 "Some Sadducees, those who say there is no resurrection, came to him."(v.27)... Today's prayer May truth and respect be my voice, O God. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 17:1-9; Job 19:23-27a; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17

From The Word in Season Today's reading Exodus 3:13-20 "I know...the kind of Egypt will not let you go unless compelled by a mighty hand."(v.19)... Today's prayer O God, grant freedom to all your children. Amen. Additional readings Psalm 17:1-9; Luke 20:1-8