Scriptures: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Psalm 22:23-31; Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:31-38
Prayer of the Day: Eternal God, it is your glory always to have mercy. Bring back all who have erred and strayed from your ways; lead them again to embrace in faith the truth of your Word and to hold it fast; through Jesus Christ your Son our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 8.31-38

Scriptures: Exodus 20:8-11; Psalm 92; Hebrews 10:19-25; Luke 8:4-15
Prayer Lord we confess that far too often we are drawn away from what you would give us when we gather for worship; the preaching of your Word and the nourishment of you Holy Supper. Forgive us of our sin. By you Word and Spirit, draw us away from our restless labor that we might find rest in you alone. Merciful God, grant that, fearing and loving you above all things, we may never despise the preaching of your Word of life, but hold it sacred and gladly hear and learn it.
Sermon: 3rd Commandment

Scriptures Genesis 9:8-17; Psalm 25:1-10; 1 Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15
Prayer of the Day: Lord God, our strength, the battle of good and evil rages within and around us, and our ancient foe tempts us with his deceits and empty promises. Keep us steadfast in your Word and, when we fall, raise us again and restore us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Sermon: No recording this week.

Scriptures: Exodus 20:1-7; Psalm 135:1-7, 13-18; Ephesians 4:1-7; Luke 18:18-30
Prayer: O Lord we confess that we have looked for good and have searched for refuge outside of you and in so doing we have not feared, loved, or trusted in you above all things. Forgive us our sin. Grant unto us undivided hearts to fear your wrath and so avoid the evil that you abhor. Help us to love what you command and trust in your promises. Amen.
Sermon: 1st Commandment

Scriptures: 2 Kings 2:1-12; Psalm 50:1-6; 2 Corinthians 4:3-6; Mark 9:2-9
Prayer of the Day: O God, in the transfiguration of your Son you confirmed the mysteries of the faith by the witness of Moses and Elijah, and in the voice from the bright cloud you foreshadowed our adoption as your children. Make us with the king heirs of your glory, and bring us to enjoy its fullness, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 9.2-9 2018

Scriptures: Isaiah 40:21-31; Psalm 147:1-11, 20c; 1 Corinthians 9:16-23; Mark 1:29-39
Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, You sent Your only Son as the Word of life for our eyes to see and our ears to hear. Help us to believe with joy what the Scriptures proclaim, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Sermon: Isaiah 40.27-31

Scriptures: Deuteronomy 18:15-20; Psalm 111; 1 Corinthians 8:1-13; Mark 1:21-28
Prayer of the Day: O God, you know that we cannot withstand the dangers which surround us. Strengthen us in body and spirit so that, with your help, we may be able to overcome the weakness that our sin has brought upon us; through Jesus Christ, your Son our Lord. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 1.21-28 2018

Scriptures: Jonah 3:1-5, 10; Psalm 62:5-12; 1 Corinthians 7:29-31; Mark 1:14-20
Prayer of the Day: Almighty God, you sent your Son to proclaim your kingdom and to teach with authority. Anoint us with the power of your Spirit, that we, too, may bring good news to the afflicted, bind up the brokenhearted, and proclaim liberty to the captive; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Sermon: Repentance

Scriptures: 1 Samuel 3:1-20; Psalm 139; 1 Corinthians 6:12-20; John 1:43-51
Prayer of the Day: Lord God, you showed your glory and led many to faith by the works of your Son. As he brought gladness and healing to his people, grant us these same gifts and lead us also to perfect faith in him, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Sermon: Psalm 139

Scriptures: Genesis 1:1-5; Psalm 29; Acts 19:1-7; Mark 1:4-11
Prayer of the Day: Father in Heaven, at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized into Christ faithful in their calling to be your children and inheritors with him of everlasting life; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Sermon: Mark 1.4-11 2018