Scriptures: Psalm 41:1-13; Matthew 16:21-17:8

Prayer of the Day: Radiant God, you revealed yourself in you son, Jesus, when he was transfigured on the mountain before his disciples. Reveal yourself to us daily, so that we might enlighten others with the good news of your love. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 16:21-28

Scriptures: Psalm 95:1-7a; Matthew 14:13-36

Prayer of the Day: Generous God, you helped your son Jesus feed 5,000 hungry people who had gathered to hear of your love. Help us provide for the needs of all who hunger for your Word. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 14:13-21

Scriptures: Psalm 84:1-12; Matthew 13:24-43

Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, help us in a world of both good and evil to remain faithful to you and your Word. Bless us with believing hearts, that we may remain children of Your kingdom. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

Scriptures: Psalm 37:1-19; Matthew 7:1-14, 24-29

Prayer of the Day: God of wisdom, you have blessed us with your Word. Give us ears to hear and believe that we might be built on the solid foundation of your promises. We pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, the Word made Flesh. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 7:1-14

Scriptures: Psalm 20:1-7; Matthew 6:19-34

Prayer of the Day: Extravagant God, you have promised treasure in heaven that outweighs any we could envision or imagine on earth. Help us to be grateful for the amazing gifts you have already given to us. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 6:19-24

Scriptures: Psalm 1; Matthew 5:1-20

Prayer of the Day: Loving God, your son Jesus taught many things that helped people know how deeply you love humanity. Help us to live in your love, so that we might be beacons of light for others. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 5:1-17

Scriptures: Psalm 91:9-12; Matthew 4:1-17

Prayer of the Day: God of strength, your son Jesus withstood many temptations because his love for you was greater than his earthly desires. Make our love for you so strong, that we might withstand anything that threatens to stand between us and your love. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 4:1-11

Scriptures: Psalm 2; Matthew 3:1-17

Prayer of the Day: Father in heaven, at the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River you proclaimed Him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized in his name faithful in their calling as your children and inheritors with him of everlasting life; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 3:1-17

Scriptures: Psalm 96; Matthew 2:1-23

Prayer of the Day: Extravagant God, you sent magi with generous gifts to visit the baby Jesus and proclaim his reign to all the world. Make our voices heard when we proclaim God’s love to all. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 2:1-23

Scriptures: Psalm 132:1-12; Matthew 1:1-17

Prayer of the Day: Holy Father, you blessed Jesus with a rich line of diverse and interesting ancestors. Bless our families; those related by blood and those brought to us by love. For the sake of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.

Sermon: Matthew 1:1-17