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February 27, 2023

Stepping Out, Delving Deep

Elizabeth W. Corrie   |   Read Psalm 121:1-8

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Lectionary Week
February 27–March 5, 2023
Scripture Overview

The readings for this week provide an overview of the history of God’s people. Genesis recounts the story of Abraham, who because of his great faith leaves his home and goes to a land that God has promised to show him. The psalmist speaks for the descendants of Abraham, who trust the Lord to watch over them and be their helper. Paul in Romans argues against those who believe that God’s grace is a result of correctly following religious law. It is Abraham’s faith (for there is no law in Abraham’s time) that prompts him to follow God, and for this he is commended. John emphasizes that the story of Jesus is the continuation of a relationship with God’s faithful people that began with Abraham and continued through Moses.

Questions and Suggestions for Reflection

Read Genesis 12:1-4a. Recall a major and a minor crossroads in your life. How did you listen for God’s call during each time?
Read Psalm 121. Reflect on the times in your life when this psalm has most strongly resonated with you. How do your strongest emotions point you to God’s presence?
Read Romans 4:1-5, 13-17. What motivates you to do good works? How do you balance “faith alone” and the action to which God calls you?
Read John 3:1-17. How do you hear again the powerful words of verses so familiar that they permeate culture? What makes these words fresh for you?

Respond by posting a prayer .

Psalm 121:1-8

1 I raise my eyes toward the mountains. Where will my help come from? 2 My help comes from the LORD, the maker of heaven and earth. 3 God won’t let your foot slip. Your protector won’t fall asleep on the job. 4 No! Israel’s protector never sleeps or rests! 5 The LORD is your protector; the LORD is your shade right beside you. 6 The sun won’t strike you during the day; neither will the moon at night. 7 The LORD will protect you from all evil; God will protect your very life. 8 The LORD will protect you on your journeys whether going or coming from now until forever from now.

Unless otherwise indicated, scripture quotations are from the Common English Bible. Copyright © 2011 Common English Bible. Used by permission.

The Psalms are the songs and prayers of the Israelites, and this psalm, part of the Songs of Ascent (see Psalms 120–134), most likely functioned as a pilgrimage song for people journeying toward Jerusalem to the Temple for religious festivals. Likewise, we can begin this second week of our Lenten...

Lord, teach me to embrace my vulnerability and trust that my help comes from you, the maker of heaven and earth, the keeper who never slumbers. Amen.


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