Martin Luther

Almighty God, through the preaching of your servants, the blessed Reformers, you have caused the light of the Gospel to shine forth: Grant, we pray, that, knowing its saving power, we may faithfully guard and defend it against all enemies, and joyfully proclaim it to the salvation of souls and the glory of your holy name: through your son Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God , now and forever. Amen
(Service Book and Hymnal)

4There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.5 God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns.6 The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; he utters his voice, the earth melts.7 The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress. 8 Come, behold the works of the LORD, how he has brought desolations on the earth.9 He makes wars cease to the end of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear; he burns the chariots with fire.10 "Be still, and know that I am God.Psalm 46 English Standard Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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Isaiah 65:17-25 - 1 Timothy 5:1-25 - Mark 12:28-34