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March 24, 2025 Today's Reading: Ezekiel 33:7-20Daily Lectionary: Genesis 29:1-30; Genesis 29:31-34:31; Mark 9:14-32“And you, son of man, say to the house of Israel, Thus have you said: ‘Surely our transgressions and our sins are upon us, and we rot away because of them. How then can we live?' Say to them, As I live, declares the Lord God, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his way and live; turn back, turn back from your evil ways, for why will you die, O house of Israel? (Ezekiel 33:10-11)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. “Who are you to judge?” “Live and let live.” “Mind your own business!” How often have you heard these words when you repeat what the Bible says about sin and holiness? Often, when people feel accused or condemned by God's Word, they challenge the person who shares God's Word with them of being nosy or of trying to be the “holiness police.” Another way to say this might be that they say, “Who died and made you God?”Well, no one. You aren't God. Neither was the prophet Ezekiel. While Ezekiel isn't God, God did send him as a watchman to warn the people of God. He calls people to repent, even when they complain that God isn't fair. Those who make up their own rules of how the world should work complain that God isn't fair to them. That's hypocrisy! So, are you like the people who need to hear Ezekiel's words, or are you like the prophet Ezekiel? The short answer is, “Yes!”  You need to be called to repentance. When you think you have it figured out, when you think that God isn't fair, when you resent God's Commandments; repent! The words of Ezekiel call you to turn from your sin so you aren't destroyed. On the other hand, when those around you sin and you see it, you are called to lovingly present the word of the Lord to them. They might not like it. They might get angry at you. They might say that you're “judgy” or trying to be the “holiness police.” But their behavior isn't against you. It's against God. God has called you to be salt in the world and a light on the hill that invites people to hear the Word that comes from the Lord. Share the Lord's Word as a watchman who cares for your neighbor, not to bully them into living like you do, but so that they aren't condemned forever but enjoy everlasting life with Jesus and with you.In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.If you cannot be a watchman, Standing high on Zion's wall, Pointing out the path to heaven, Off'ring life and peace to all, With your prayers and with your bounties You can do what God commands; You can be like faithful Aaron, Holding up the prophet's hands. (LSB 826:3)-Rev. Peter Ill, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, IL.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.Visit the timeless rhythms of the Christian life with award-winning author Harold L. Senkbeil. As he addresses the concerns and pressures of the world today, you'll discover that even while the world is dying, Christ's death brings about life. True life. One that He offers to you. Order Now!

January 15, 2025  Today's Reading: Ezekiel 37:15-28Daily Lectionary: Ezekiel 37:15-28; Romans 6:1-23“My servant David shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd. They shall walk in my rules and be careful to obey my statutes” (Ezekiel 37:24)In the Name of Jesus. Amen. A united nation under Solomon was ripped apart following his death. A carousel of kings would follow in both kingdoms, most of them being evil. Over time, Israel would succumb to their sins with stiff necks and hard hearts towards all the prophets' pleas for repentance.Ezekiel, like the other prophets, doesn't mince words. He calls out Israel's filthy sins, begging for her repentance. As the imminent exile approaches God's rebellious flock, His mercy, love, and faithfulness don't disappear. The LORD's promise to make Abraham a father of “many nations” doesn't fade, considering Israel's horrid sins. Even her idolatry and unbelief don't rouse God to forsake His Word to Abraham eternally. In this reading, we see the mercy, love, and faithfulness of God. Fragmented and scattered, ransacked by sin, idols, and “detestable things,” God promises to untie and make “one nation” in the land on the mountains of Israel (v22). At first, it might seem like a geographical promise and a return to prestige, glory, and power, surpassing the kingships of David and Solomon. However, further reading indicates this unity transcends earthly boundaries. David is long dead by this point, and yet God says, “My servant David shall be king over them, and they shall all have one shepherd.” God promises His sanctuary forevermore in their midst twice (v26 and v28). God is promising something more, something greater than earthly land with temporal kings.The fulfillment of Ezekiel's preaching, God's inspired Word, comes in the establishment of the Church under the “Son of David,” the “Good Shepherd” Himself, Jesus. The Holy Christian Church is the one “body” of believers united always in Christ Who is the Head of His Church and Shepherd of His people. This is God's work to gather and unite, to build a Church Jesus “obtained with His own blood” (Acts 20:28). Thus, we shouldn't despair over a fragmented world. We shouldn't panic and fear all the divisions wrought by Satan. God unites His Church, and Hell can't tear it asunder. This is our courage to strive patiently for unity on earth. The Church walks boldly in the ways of God, heeding His Word and resting in peace, for she's not alone. Always at the Head is the Good Shepherd, the One Who has established His Kingdom forever. Reigning even now is Jesus, Who died to make us the people of His pasture, “heirs of God” and “fellow heirs with Christ” (Romans 8:17). In the Name of Jesus. Amen.“O Comforter of priceless worth, Send peace and unity on earth; Support us in our final strife And lead us out of death to life” (LSB 655:3)-Rev. Ryan Ogrodowicz, associate pastor and headmaster at Grace Lutheran Church and School in Brenham, TX.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, KY.What makes a church "good?" Come join the fictional family as they test out eight different churches in their brand-new town and answer this question along the way. Will the Real Church Please Stand Up? by Matthew Richard, now available from Concordia Publishing House.

A new abundance of healing water will spring forth from this temple, bringing life to land and water. The land will be divided as private property among the people of Israel and the foreigners living among them. The city will have twelve specific gates and a new name. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to:  https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-47-and-48/

Ezekiel is shown the layout of the temple compared to the city and the land for the priests. Some vast sections of land will belong to the prince. God shows his position on private property. He also suggests money should be based on something that can be honestly measured by an unchanging standard. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to:  https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-45-and-46/

Ezekiel gets to witness the awesome return of Yahweh to this new temple. Lots of measurements and specific laws of procedure emphasize this will be a real place with real people. The particular mention of the line of Zadok reminds us there are rewards for those who are faithful. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to: https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-43-and-44/

Wherein Ezekiel is taken on a supernatural trip to the land of Israel and told to take very careful notes about a new temple and all the associated structures. Cherubim and palm trees are prevalent. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to: https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-40-41-and-42/

Gog is famous, but for all the wrong reasons. He is planning to plunder the returned people of Israel, but Yahweh is going to be in charge of the timing of that. Then, Israel won't need any fuel for burning for seven years. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to: https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-38-and-39/

The famous dry bones are put back together, then have life breathed into them while Ezekiel is speaking to them. After that, the imagery of two sticks is used to clearly show all of the tribes will come back to the land of Israel. Then David will be their king and there will finally be peace in the Middle East. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to: https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapter-37/

Yahweh tells Ezekiel that the land of Edom will be judged for rejoicing over the calamity of Israel and thinking they can take the land for themselves. Then, he goes on to say that he has plans to bring the house of Jacob back to the land for the sake of his own reputation. It will be like the garden of Eden after they repent and inquire of him. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to: https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-35-and-36/

Ezekiel is encouraged to keep warning the people like a watchman, even if they don't listen. He is told they may look like they are listening, but they are only using the prophecies as entertainment. Then God explains he will judge individual sheep by how they treat the weakest among them, segueing into some wonderful promises about King David ruling over them again during a time of peace and prosperity. Read from the World English Bible.All of the Bible News Press recordings are hosted on The Happy Homeschool website. For links mentioned, please go to:   https://thehappyhomeschool.com/reading-ezekiel-chapters-33-and-34/

July 8, 2024 Today's Reading: Ezekiel 2:1-5Daily Lectionary: Judges 3:7-31; Acts 13:42-52And he said to me, “Son of man, I send you to the people of Israel, to nations of rebels, who have rebelled against me. They and their fathers have transgressed against me to this very day. (Ezekiel 2:3)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. We often consider Biblical figures like Ezekiel as “powerhouse” models of faith and devotion. However, when you stop and look at our reading today, I bet that Ezekiel wasn't exactly thrilled at what God told him to do. God called Ezekiel to serve as his prophet. However, how God called him seems troubling. It could be described as disheartening. God says, “I send you to nations of rebels who have rebelled against Me.” He warns Ezekiel that they may not listen and not only won't listen but will be stubborn about it. It is easy to point fingers at those who are rebellious or stubborn, but take a long, hard look in your mirror. In your sins, you have been rebellious and even stubborn about it, wanting to have your own way all the time. Paul puts it this way: “Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. So then, those who are in the flesh cannot please God.” (Romans 8:7-8, NKJV). God doesn't need to seek you out. He doesn't need to call you back to Him. In your rebellion, He has every right to fight back and destroy you. Yet, just like Ezekiel, God sends those to seek you out with His forgiveness and restoration. Just as He sent prophets and teachers, today, He sends you pastors to call you to repentance and to be restored by the blood of Christ.God sent Ezekiel to point His people to the promise of restoration through the Messiah. No matter the response to Ezekiel, God would seek and save His rebellious people. In the Office of the Ministry, your pastor is sent to point you to Jesus. Your pastor places before you Jesus, who comes to you no matter how rebellious or stubborn you are. Through the grace of Jesus, you are brought back into His Kingdom not as a rebel but as a beloved child and heir of everlasting life. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.God of the prophets, Bless the prophets' sons; Elijah's mantle o'er Elisha cast. Each age its solemn task may claim but once; Make each one nobler, stronger than the last. (LSB 682:1)-Rev. Kent Schaaf is pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Your favorite study Bible is now available in a simple, intuitive app on your device! Distinctively Lutheran notes on the full ESV text, helpful articles, and custom user settings offer an engaging experience in God's Word anywhere you go. Download The Lutheran Study Bible App.

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series B of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Seventh Sunday after Pentecost 1st Reading: Ezekiel 2:1-5 Psalm: Psalm 123 Epistle: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 Gospel: Mark 6:1-13 Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

June 17, 2024 Today's Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24Daily Lectionary: Proverbs 17:1-28; Proverbs 18:1-20:4; John 16:17-33“And all the trees of the field shall know that I am the Lord; I bring low the high tree, and make high the low tree, dry up the green tree, and make the dry tree flourish. I am the Lord; I have spoken, and I will do it.” (Ezekiel 17:24)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. The kingdom of Israel, by this time, has been hauled away to Assyria. The kingdom of Judah, which remains, is struggling to prop itself up. Corruption and idolatry are where God's chosen people have placed their trust. Yet the word of the Lord still comes to them through the prophet Ezekiel. These verses are taken from the ending of God's parable of the eagle and a vine. The line of David had continued just as God had promised, but those who had taken the scepter generation after generation looked after their own interests.The Davidic line, by all measurements of success, had failed. Judah and her kings chased false gods rather than the God who preserved them. The God who stayed the Babylonian conquest for Hezekiah would no longer hold them back. The king and his princes, the people of Judah, will be hauled off to Babylon. This wicked generation will never see the land God gave to them again.There is hope, though. While God certainly punishes sin and the wickedness of His people, He remembers those who hold on to His word and promises. We all struggle with sin and feel lost in a world that tosses us around with the winds of desire. When you feel lost, cling to the One who brings the high trees of the world, the Babylons and great empires, to take the low trees, the faithful remnant high. You have the assurance that the faithful in Judah had through Ezekiel, the one who proclaimed it to them. “I am the Lord; I have spoken, and I will do it.” (17:24)God does conquer the sin, the anxiety, and the fear of this life for you, not through political wheeling and dealing, not through chasing idols to earn worldly security. God takes all the sin, fear, and anxiety of us who struggle against our sinful flesh- He takes it upon Himself in His Son Jesus. He doesn't take it and give you a list of how to make things right. Jesus takes your sin, covers it in His blood, and swallows it up in His death. Christ's life of His resurrection is your life. God has spoken by the prophets and done it through Jesus His Son. Fear not; cling to the words and promises of God as they are given to you. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Christ, the shoot that springs triumphant From the stump of Jesse's tree; Christ, true vine, You nurture branches To bear fruit abundantly. Graft us into You, O Savior; Prune our hearts so we remain Fruitful branches in Your vineyard Till eternal life we gain. (LSB 540, 3)- Vicar Justin Chester, Vicar at Shepherd of the City, Fort Wayne, INAudio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.A Complete Guide to Christian Symbols This collection of over 600 hand-drawn Christian symbols by artist and author Edward Riojas will teach you the extensive history of the imagery of the Church. Each symbol is a beautiful and historical connection to generations of Christians that have worshiped before you. A Complete Guide to Christian Symbols. Now available from Concordia Publishing. 

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series B of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 6) 1st Reading: Ezekiel 17:22-24 Psalm: Psalm 1 Epistle: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10 (11-17) Gospel: Mark 4:26-34 Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

May 22, 2024Today's Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14Daily Lectionary: Numbers 23:4-28; Luke 22:47-71Then he said to me, “Son of man, these bones are the whole house of Israel. Behold, they say, ‘Our bones are dried up, and our hope is lost; we are indeed cut off.' Therefore prophesy, and say to them, Thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I will open your graves and raise you from your graves, O my people. And I will bring you into the land of Israel. And you shall know that I am the LORD, when I open your graves, and raise you from your graves, O my people. And I will put my Spirit within you, and you shall live, and I will place you in your own land. Then you shall know that I am the LORD; I have spoken, and I will do it, declares the LORD.” (Ezekiel 37:11–14)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. What an image we have been given in our reflection for today. Can you imagine? Being taken to a valley, a rip in the earth, that is full of nothing but bleached, white bones. The wind hits your face and it's hot and dry. This is a scene that should be absolutely foreign to humanity. Because this is a scene that could only occur after the Fall. People were not made to die. Man was made to live forever. It was only after the temptation and the fall into sin, when creation descended into bloodshed and murder, that such a scene was possible. And what a statement. What a scene to be confronted with as Ezekiel. So much death. So many bones you can't accurately count them. God asks Ezekiel a question. “Son of man, can these bones live?” Ezekiel's answer is a stark confession. Ezekiel's answer is a reflection on the state of fallen humanity. Only God knows if these bones can live. Only God can make these bones live. Only God can make our fallen selves live. Only God can open [our] graves and raise [us] from [our] graves. And we see, like the whole house of Israel, that we shall be raised from our graves. How is this accomplished? Paul writes in Romans, “Do you not know that all of us who have been baptized into Christ Jesus were baptized into his death?  We were buried therefore with him by baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might walk in newness of life. For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united with him in a resurrection like his.” (Romans 6:3-5)Christ dies, so will we. But Christ rises, and so will we. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.If Christ still lay within the tomb Then death would be the end, And we should face our final doom   With neither guide nor friend. But now the Savior is raised up,  So when a Christian diesWe mourn, yet look to God in hope—  In Christ the saints arise! (LSB 486:2)-Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.A Complete Guide to Christian Symbols . This collection of over 600 hand-drawn Christian symbols by artist and author Edward Riojas will teach you the extensive history of the imagery of the Church. Each symbol is a beautiful and historical connection to generations of Christians that have worshiped before you. A Complete Guide to Christian Symbols. Now available from Concordia Publishing House. 

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series B of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: The Day of Pentecost 1st Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm: Psalm 139:1-12 (13-16) Epistle: Acts 2:1-21 Gospel: John 15:26-27; 16:4b-15 Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

1st Reading - Genesis 1:1-2:2 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 104:1-2, 5-6, 10, 12, 13-14, 24, 35 2nd Reading - Genesis 22:1-18 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 16:5, 8, 9-10, 11 3rd Reading - Exodus 14:15-15:1 Responsorial Psalm - Exodus 15:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 17-18 4th Reading - Isaiah 54:5-14 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-12, 13 5th Reading - Isaiah 55:1-11 Responsorial Psalm - Isaiah 12:2-3, 4, 5-6 6th Reading - Baruch 3:9-15, 32C4:4 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 19:8, 9, 10, 11 7th Reading - Ezekiel 36:16-17A, 18-28 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 42:3, 5; 43:3, 4 Epistle - Romans 6:3-11 Responsorial Psalm - Psalms 118:1-2, 16-17, 22-23 Gospel - Mark 16:1-7 Homilist - Fr. Jeff Walker

Holy Saturday At the Easter Vigil in the Holy Night of Easter 1st Reading: Genesis 1:1-2:2 Responsorial: Psalm 104 2nd Reading: Genesis 22:1-18 Responsorial: Psalm 16 3rd Reading: Exodus 14:15-15:1 Responsorial: Psalm 15 4th Reading: Isaiah 54:5-14 Responsorial: Psalm 30 5th Reading: Isaiah 55:1-11 Responsorial: Isaiah 12 6th Reading: Baruch 3:9-15, 3:32-4:4 Responsorial: Psalm 19 7th Reading: Ezekiel 36:16-17, 18-28 Responsorial: Psalm 42 Epistle: Romans 6:3-11 Responsorial: Psalm 118 Gospel: Mark 16:1-7

January 10, 2024 Today's Reading: Ezekiel 18:25-29Daily Lectionary:Ezekiel 18:1-4, 19-32; Romans 2:17-29Yet you say, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.' Hear now, O house of Israel: Is my way not just? Is it not your ways that are not just?  When a righteous person turns away from his righteousness and does injustice, he shall die for it; for the injustice that he has done he shall die. Again, when a wicked person turns away from the wickedness he has committed and does what is just and right, he shall save his life. Because he considered and turned away from all the transgressions that he had committed, he shall surely live; he shall not die. Yet the house of Israel says, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.' O house of Israel, are my ways not just? Is it not your ways that are not just? (Ezekiel 18:25-29)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. If you've been listening to the world around you, it's easy to see that the world does not like the things that Our Lord has to say. To many, the Bible is just an outdated book full of ancient, prejudicial rules that have been used throughout history to subjugate people. Even some Christian churches are embarrassed of what God's Word says, and will change the message so as to not offend others. The way of the Lord, as it is delivered to us in the Scriptures, is not fair in the eyes of modern society. They may ask questions like “Why would a God who loves me not want me to love and marry whoever I want to?” “If God wants me to be happy, why shouldn't I be able to change my body?” The world does not think the way of the Lord is just. And maybe they are right. Maybe God isn't just, at least, not according to our terms. After all, it isn't very fair that one man should have to die for the sins of the whole world.  It isn't very fair to let people who break laws for their whole life to be allowed to go free after they eat some bread, drink some wine, and splash some water on their head, and to forgive them when they say they're “sorry,” even when you know they're going to do it again. The LORD is not particularly fair, but He is the judge. What is “just” is not up to us to decide. Our own idea of judgment is based on what benefits us most. We seek out revenge and recompense for the sins done against us, but wish for mercy shown only to ourselves. Thanks be to God that His justice is not like ours. Our Father in heaven is a righteous judge, but He also has mercy on His children, rescuing them from the judgment that they truly deserve. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Lord, keep us steadfast in Your Word; curb those who by deceit or sword would wrest the kingdom from Your Son and bring to naught all He has done. (LSB 655:1)-Vicar Benjamin Heinz is vicar at Trinity Lutheran Church, Springfield, MO.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.The Lutheran Reader's Bible helps you develop a habit of devotion and Bible reading so you can slowly but intentionally understand and grow in God's Word. Through introductions to the sixty-six books of the Bible, guided reading plans, and more, this Bible builds your confidence to study Scripture on your own.

November 27, 2023Today's Reading: Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24Daily Lectionary: Jeremiah 22:1-23, Matthew 25:1-13For thus says the Lord God: Behold, I, I myself will search for my sheep and will seek them out. (Ezekiel 34:11)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Every now and then, you hear a song on the radio or Spotify and think to yourself, “This song sounds so familiar.” There's a reason for that. Musicians call it sampling, when you take a bit of an old song and put it in a new song so it reminds you of that old song. The same happens all over God's Word as well. It's no accident that Jesus calls himself the Good Shepherd, and looks at the crowds like sheep without a shepherd, and is identified by John as the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world. This is the New Testament's way of sampling the Old Testament promises of God. The new song of salvation sounds a lot like the old songs of salvation from the prophets. Ezekiel 34 is one of those memorable chapters in the prophets, full of the promises of God to be the shepherd of his people Israel. God's people were lost in idolatry, God promised to seek them out and save them. God's people were scattered in exile, God promised to bring them home and rescue them. God's people were injured, weak, and hungry, and God promised to bind their wounds, give them his strength, and feed them in rich pastures. In the Old Testament, that's the refrain of God's song of salvation: God the Lord is the shepherd of Israel and he alone seeks them out, saves, and rescues them.When we turn the pages of the Scriptures to the New Testament our Lord is playing the same old song but with something new. God the Shepherd has become one of his sheep in his incarnation and has become one with his sheep in our humanity. Jesus is the Good Shepherd of God in human flesh. He came to seek and save us in our lostness. He came to bind up our wounds by his wounds on the cross. He came to rescue us from sin, death, and the devil, by his redemption. He came to feed us with the rich pastures of his word and sacraments.All the promises that the prophets foretold, all the songs of salvation they sang, find their fulfillment and joyful crescendo in Jesus crucified and risen. For Jesus is the Good Shepherd who seeks, saves, rescues, feeds, and forgives you.  In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.The King of love my shepherd is, Whose goodness faileth never; I nothing lack if I am His And He is mine forever. (LSB 709:1)-Pastor Samuel Schuldheisz is pastor at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Milton, WA.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series A of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Last Sunday of the Church Year (Proper 29) 1st Reading: Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 Psalm: Psalm 95:1-7a Epistle: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 Gospel: Matthew 25:31-46 Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

November 17, 2023Today's Reading: Ezekiel 36:22-28Daily Lectionary: Deuteronomy 31:30-32:27, Matthew 20:1-16And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. (Ezekiel 37:27)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. Sin loves to eat at us. Even if it's not bugging you all the time, you still find yourself bothered at times. You just can't get over it! If it wasn't bad enough looking at your sinful heart, we also hear that sin is a beast ready to pounce and consume you (Genesis 4:7). 6 The LORD said to Cain, “Why are you angry, and why has your face fallen? 7 If you do well, will you not be accepted? And if you do not do well, sin is crouching at the door. Its desire is contrary to you, but you must rule over it.”  Our sin and the devil are actively working to rule us and we have no problem with it.It's all a matter of what your All-knowing and Almighty God says about it. It's the part we don't want to think about. While no one else may know except you, there is someone who always knows: your God.  He sees no life, no color, no blood pulsing from your heart of stone.  We are dead in our sins.  Ezekiel was not only consoling Israel who were brought into their own land, but he was foretelling of the new covenant God has given to us. The name of God, the Word of God is made flesh and dwelt among us.  As the Word made flesh is crucified for you, blood and water burst forth from His side to cleanse you. That's why Ezekiel connects the name of God, with God washing us clean and giving us a new heart.  Daily as we live out our Baptism we are reminded that we are part of the family of God.  Stony hearts are ripped out and new hearts of flesh are given to us. And your hearts are alive, full of color and live, hearts that are now the temple of God. In Baptism your veins now pulse with the blood of Christ in you. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Sin, disturb my soul no longer: I am baptized into Christ! I have comfort even stronger: Jesus' cleansing sacrifice.  Should a guilty conscience seize me, since my baptism did release me In a dear forgiving flood, sprinkling me with Jesus' blood?  (LSB 594:2)- Pastor Kent Schaaf is pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock. AR.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

October 2, 2023Today's Reading: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32Daily Lectionary: 2 Chronicles 33:1-25, Colossians 1:24-2:7For I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Lord God; so turn, and live. (Ezekiel 18:32)In the name of Jesus, Amen. It's not my fault! I didn't do anything wrong! Why do I have to pay the price for what someone else did? This is what the people of Israel meant when they quoted the proverb: “The fathers have eaten sour grapes, and the children's teeth are set on edge?” It was passing the blame onto their ancestors for their suffering, playing the victim card. The people of Israel suffered great affliction. Yes, the sins of their fathers didn't help.  But neither did they in their own sin and unbelief.  We too would cry out to God and complain, blaming others and God as they did. Christians daily do all of the above, cry out, complain and blame God. It is okay to cry out to God and complain, but not to blame him. Such prayer is very good when it is done in faith, love and trust in God. Our crying out and complaining get muddled with our sinful hearts and minds. And God sometimes, through His Word, speaks sternly and directly to us in our sin as a loving father, as He did for the people of Israel. Our prayers often are self-centered. God sorts that all out, our sin and faith that is, through His Word and Holy Spirit. That is one purpose of prayer; getting things sorted and cleared-up in our hearts and minds.  So, we pray “with all boldness and confidence…as dear children ask their dear father.” God doesn't mind the “why me” prayers at all. Because he hears and answers according to His good, right and merciful will. It is good to ask God why and seek the answers in prayer and His Word.All people, including those who have caused suffering in our lives, will be held accountable before God and judged. We cannot fully know now the reason for affliction that God permits. But we do know that He uses suffering for the purpose of saving sinners. God is always about giving life over death in Jesus. Through suffering, His Word, prayer and the Holy Spirit, God turns us from our human thinking and ignorance. He draws us to Himself so that we can see clearly that Jesus suffered and died in our place. We will stand fully alive before God on the last day as forgiven and cherished sons and daughters with Jesus. In the name of Jesus, Amen.Turn to me and be gracious to me,   for I am lonely and afflicted. The troubles of my heart are enlarged;    bring me out of my distresses. Consider my affliction and my trouble,    and forgive all my sins.  (Psalm 25:16-18)-Pastor Preston Paul is pastor at St. Matthew Lutheran Church, Almena, WI.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series A of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 21) 1st Reading: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 Psalm: Psalm 25:1-10 Epistle: Philippians 2:1-4 (5-13) 14-18 Gospel: Matthew 21:23-27 (28-32) Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

September 22, 2023Today's Reading: Ezekiel 2:8-3:11 (OT for St. Matthew)Daily Lectionary: 2 Kings 2:1-18, Ephesians 4:1-24And He said to me, ‘Son of man, go to the house of Israel and speak with My words to them." (Ezekiel 3:4)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. How do you feel about public speaking? A hasty search on “the Google”  informed me that 77% of people have some level of anxiety about speaking in front of a group of people. Statistically speaking, the odds are that you're in that crowd. But here's a question to consider: does the anxiety that accompanies such speaking fluctuate based on the audience? If you're surrounded by your peers, is it easier to find your voice than if you were in a room filled with folks you don't know? What if the room is filled with experts in the field that you're discussing? I'm sorry if I just got your heart rate up. Ezekiel was called by God to preach to the house of Israel. His calling was peculiar, in that God gave him a scroll and instructed him…to eat it! God literally placed His Word into Ezekiel's mouth. The words are sweet in his mouth, likely as a reminder that God's Word is always good and right. It's helpful to remember that when you see what was written on the scroll. There was writing on the front and on the back–words of lamentation, mourning, and woe. I imagine any degree of comfort that Ezekiel had when he learned that his audience was going to be his own people melted away when he saw the words that God was giving him to proclaim. On the one hand, his preaching would be simple enough: the people lived where he lived and they spoke the same language he spoke, but then God broke the news to him that if He had asked him to travel to a strange land where they spoke a foreign language, they would've listened to him. Israel wouldn't listen. They hadn't listened to God up to this point, and Ezekiel's charge was to preach to spiritually deaf ears, hard foreheads, and stubborn hearts. Why? Because God is stubborn in the very best way. He is patient with His people. He will send prophet after prophet to call them to repentance. They'll be carried off into exile and Ezekiel will go and tell them that God will raise up a New Temple, a New Israel, even a New Creation. In short, Ezekiel preached Christ to a people who had forgotten that God is their salvation!   In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Lord God, bless Your Word wherever it is proclaimed. Make it a word of power and peace to convert those not yet Your own and to confirm those who have come to saving faith. May Your Word pass from the ear to the heart, from the heart to the lip, and from the lip to the life that, as You have promised, Your Word may achieve the purpose for which You send it; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.-Pastor Dustin Beck is pastor at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Corpus Christi, Texas.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

September 11, 2023Today's Reading: Ezekiel 33:1-10Daily Lectionary: 1 Kings 5:1-18, 2 Corinthians 1:23-2:17How then can we live? (Ezekiel 33:10)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen. When we observe the nature of the world, the sins of people against us, and our sins against others, it is easy to become pessimistic and cynical. We can identify all sorts of problems in the world, but we do not seem to be able to solve any of them. We recognize the symptoms of the problem in violence, hatred, injustice, division, and a lack of care for anyone but ourselves. The people of Israel did not have the technology to spread their sin, as we do, but they had the same sins. In Ezekiel 24, when God tells Ezekiel to declare to Jerusalem that the king of Babylon has laid siege to the city, God calls Jerusalem “the city of blood” (24:6, 7, 9). This is a repetition of the charge in chapter 22: “You shall say [to the people of Jerusalem], Thus says the Lord Yahweh: …You have become guilty by the blood you have shed, and defiled by the idols that you have made. … Father and mother are treated with contempt in you; the sojourner suffers extortion in your midst; the fatherless and the widow are wronged in you,” among many other things (Ezekiel 22:3, 4, 7ff.). To a greater or lesser degree, all Jerusalem's sins are still present in our world. Ezekiel was sent by God to declare the people's sins, just as God still sends preachers of His Word to declare His Law. When God's Law brings to our attention the depth of our sin and idolatry and corruption, we might well say with the people, “Surely our transgressions and our sins are upon us, and we rot away because of them. How then can we live” (Ezekiel 33:10)? God says, “I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked, but that the wicked turn from his ways and live; turn back, turn back from your evil ways, for why will you die, O house of Israel” (33:11)? Sin and rebellion against our Creator, who is our life, makes no sense. Why would we turn from Him and die? But that is what sinners, left to themselves, will always do. So God finally breaks the stalemate between His desire and sinners' actions. He sends Jesus to become the wicked one and take all the world's wickedness upon Himself, though it does not belong to Him. He fulfills Ezekiel's vision and not only warns us of our impending death, but becomes our death. How then can we live? In Christ, crucified and risen; who gives Himself to us in Holy Baptism, Holy Absolution, and the Holy Supper. This is how we live. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Almighty God, our heavenly Father, You desire not the death of a sinner, but rather that we turn from our evil ways and live. Graciously spare us those punishments which we by our sins have deserved, and grant us always to serve You in holiness and pureness of living; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. - Pastor Timothy Winterstein is pastor at Faith Lutheran Church, East Wenatchee, Washington.Audio Reflections Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Lackey is the pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Vine Grove, Ky.Study Christ's words on the cross to see how you can show more Christlike grace in your life. Perfect for group or individual study, each chapter has a Q&A at the end, and the back of the book includes a leader guide. Available now from Concordia Publishing House.

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series A of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18) 1st Reading: Ezekiel 33:7-9 Psalm: Psalm 32:1-7 Epistle: Romans 13:1-10 Gospel: Matthew 18:1-20 This is a rebroadcast from August 31, 2020. Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email tombaker@brick.net.

A new MP3 sermon from First Baptist Church of Roxana is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Reading - Ezekiel 33-36 Subtitle: Bible in a Year Speaker: Pastor Tim Miller Broadcaster: First Baptist Church of Roxana Event: Devotional Date: 8/14/2023 Bible: Ezekiel 33-36 Length: 18 min.

A new MP3 sermon from First Baptist Church of Roxana is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Reading - Ezekiel 29-32 Subtitle: Bible in a Year Speaker: Pastor Tim Miller Broadcaster: First Baptist Church of Roxana Event: Devotional Date: 8/11/2023 Bible: Ezekiel 29-32 Length: 15 min.

A new MP3 sermon from First Baptist Church of Roxana is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Reading - Ezekiel 18-21 Subtitle: Bible in a Year Speaker: Pastor Tim Miller Broadcaster: First Baptist Church of Roxana Event: Devotional Date: 8/8/2023 Bible: Ezekiel 18-21 Length: 19 min.

A new MP3 sermon from First Baptist Church of Roxana is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Reading - Ezekiel 10-14 Subtitle: Bible in a Year Speaker: Pastor Tim Miller Broadcaster: First Baptist Church of Roxana Event: Devotional Date: 8/4/2023 Bible: Ezekiel 10-14 Length: 16 min.

"To Every Man an Answer 7/21/2023" from July 21, 2023 by CSN International. 1. Question about a Christian website on the end times. 2. Sober Mind topic; former bar owner who destroyed his bar for the same reason. 3. Mother in law is a teacher fighting a transgender school policy? 4. What is the treaty with the many? Daniel 9:27 5. Reading Ezekiel 34:12, is this about the rapture? 6. Reading Luke 7:28, Are we greater than John the Baptist?

Pastor Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel. Today's topic of discussion is Sunday's Lectionary for Series A of the Three Year Lectionary. Festival: Fifth Sunday in Lent 1st Reading: Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm: Psalm 130 Epistle: Romans 8:1-11 Gospel: John 11:1-45 (46-53) or John 11:17-27, 38-53 Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email lawandgospel@lawandgospel101.com.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 12th, 2023. Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium – "O God, come to my assistance"Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826)Psalm 118 Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 Psalm 150 Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name.Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79)Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you.The Lord’s PrayerConcluding PrayersAve Maria (Latin, Gregorian) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, October 23rd, 2022 Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826) Psalm 118 (Gregorian tone 4) Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 (Gregorian tone 5) Psalm 150 (Gregorian tone 6) Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27 Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name. Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79) (Gregorian tone 8) Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you. The Lord’s Prayer Concluding Prayers Ave Maria (English, Folk) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, September 25th, 2022. Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826) Psalm 118 (Gregorian tone 4) Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 (Gregorian tone 5) Psalm 150 (Gregorian tone 6) Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27 Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name. Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79) (Gregorian tone 8) Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you. The Lord’s Prayer Concluding Prayers Ave Maria (English, Folk) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.

One Single Story: Day 254 A River of Healing: Verse 8b says, “The waters of this stream will make the salty waters of the Dead Sea fresh and pure.” Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Sheryl Daughety discuss how the blessings of the Lord change dead situations. What is the connection between God, life and water? The temple became the source of life. What does that mean for our church? September 11th Reading: Ezekiel 46-48 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 253 The glory of the Lord returns like the sound of rushing waters. It's been 19 years since Ezekiel saw the glory of the Lord leave the temple. Today, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Zack Unkenholz talk about God's glory. How does glory fill the temple and how does it fill us today? September 10th Reading: Ezekiel 43-45 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 252 Ezekiel sees a vision of the new temple area. How involved should God be in our building projects? Does he still care about the specifics? Pastors Stephen Mizell, Jay Rivenbark and Zack Unkenholz have a conversation about how we can apply what we learn in these verses to the church, our families and our personal lives. September 9th Reading: Ezekiel 40-42 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 251 “The Lord took hold of me, and I was carried away by the Spirit of the Lord to a valley filled with bones.” What does it mean to be carried away by the Spirit? What did the bones represent? Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Sheryl Daughety discuss how messages of hope are important. September 8th Reading: Ezekiel 37-39 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 250 The restoration of Israel. God says he is ready to hear their prayers. Joining Pastor Stephen Mizell today are Pastors Jay Rivenbark and Zack Unkenholz. Why are second opportunities often greater than the first? Does God always hear or does he have to be ready to hear? September 7th Reading: Ezekiel 34-36 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 249 On this episode, Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Alyssa Bream talk about Jerusalem's fall. What causes us to believe we can live like we choose and still inherit the blessings of God? How can we see God in devastation and destruction? We need to develop discernment. September 6th Reading: Ezekiel 31-33 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 248 These verses are filled with death and destruction. What causes God to become the enemy of something or someone? Pastors Sheryl Daughety, Zack Unkenholz and Stephen Mizell discuss how judgment points people to God. September 5th Reading: Ezekiel 28-30 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 247 A message to Tyre and the effect of Tyre's destruction. Pastors Sheryl Daughety, Zack Unkenholz and Stephen Mizell talk about the dangers of rejoicing over someone else's downfall. How do you determine when something is the judgment of God, a season of time or just poor decisions?  September 4th Reading: Ezekiel 25-27 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 246 Sexual sin is used regularly as symbolism for our turning away from God. Why is that? Today's reading tells of two sisters who prostitute themselves. Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Sheryl Daughety talk about this example. Why do we lust after things of this world? Is sin progressive? September 3rd Reading: Ezekiel 23-24 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 245 Today Pastors Stephen Mizell, Alyssa Bream and Sheryl Daughety talk about the Lord's refining furnace. What do you think God is trying to say to them by comparing them to worthless slag? Do messages still come from the Lord?  September 2nd Reading: Ezekiel 21-22 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

One Single Story: Day 244 Pastors Stephen Mizell, Sheryl Daughety and Zack Unkenholz discuss proverbs in the Bible outside of the book of Proverbs. Are modern proverbs important? What responsibility do people have for adult children? How can we help them as they become adults? September 1st Reading: Ezekiel 18-20 For more on One Single Story, visit onesinglestory.com.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, August 28th, 2022. Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826) Psalm 118 (Gregorian tone 4) Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 (Gregorian tone 5) Psalm 150 (Gregorian tone 6) Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27 Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name. Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79) (Gregorian tone 8) Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you. The Lord’s Prayer Concluding Prayers Ave Maria (English, Folk) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 31st, 2022. Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826) Psalm 118 (Gregorian tone 4) Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 (Gregorian tone 5) Psalm 150 (Gregorian tone 6) Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27 Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name. Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79) (Gregorian tone 8) Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you. The Lord’s Prayer Concluding Prayers Ave Maria (English, Folk) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.

Lauds (Morning Prayer) for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 3rd, 2022 Thanks for praying with us, for inquiries, requests, feedback, please email singthehours@gmail.com. Visit our website at www.singthehours.org To support this work, please visit www.patreon.com/singthehours or for direct support venmo @singthehours Deus in Adjutorium Hymn: “Holy Holy Holy," Heber (1826) Psalm 118 (Gregorian tone 4) Canticle: Daniel 3v52-57 (Gregorian tone 5) Psalm 150 (Gregorian tone 6) Reading: Ezekiel 36v25-27 Responsory: We give thanks to you, O God, as we call upon your name. Canticle of Zechariah (Luke 1v68-79) (Gregorian tone 8) Intercessions: We praise you, Lord, and trust in you. The Lord’s Prayer Concluding Prayers Ave Maria (English, Folk) The Liturgy of the Hours (Four Volumes), ©1974, International Commission on English in the Liturgy Corporation. All rights reserved. Readings and Old and New Testament Canticles (except the Gospel Canticles) are from the New American Bible © 1970 Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Washington, D.C.