Friday, September 21, 2012


We thank thee, heavenly Father, for the witness of your apostle and evangelist Matthew to the Gospel of your Son our Savior; and we pray that, after his example, we may with ready wills and hearts obey the calling of our Lord to follow him; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.  Amen

33 Teach me, O LORD, the way of your statutes;
     and I will keep it to the end.
34 Give me understanding, that I may keep your law
     and observe it with my whole heart.
35 Lead me in the path of your commandments,
     for I delight in it.
36 Incline my heart to your testimonies,
     and not to selfish gain!
37 Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things;
     and give me life in your ways.
38 Confirm to your servant your promise,
     that you may be feared.
39 Turn away the reproach that I dread,
     for your rules are good.
40 Behold, I long for your precepts;
     in your righteousness give me life!

Psalm 119 – English Standard Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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