Our Gospel passage continues where we left off last week, with Jesus teaching in the synagogue of his hometown. In verses 16-20, he reads the scripture from Isaiah. Then, as the crowd waits with almost bated breath, he finally speaks his own words: “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in...

God of power, thank you for the freedom and power to continue the mission of Jesus through our acts of love. Amen.


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Lectionary Week
January 27–February 2, 2025
Scripture Overview

Throughout scripture, God’s covenant love for humankind is consistently affirmed. In First Corinthians, Paul proclaims that love never ends. The additional readings this week provide assurances of God’s eternal love. In love, God calls and sends Jeremiah to bring God’s word to God’s people. The psalmist assures us of God’s care for us from birth, a constant rock and refuge, our hope and our trust. Luke records the words of Jesus in the Nazareth synagogue that proclaim the wideness of God’s mercy and love for all people. God continues to call us to remember that love never ends.

Questions and Suggestions for Reflection

• Read Jeremiah 1:4-10. How is God calling you to be a part of God’s work in the world?
• Read Psalm 71:1-6. In what ways have you experienced God as a refuge?
• Read 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. How do you use the gifts God gives you in the service of love?
• Read Luke 4:21-30. How do you keep your heart and mind open to hear and act on new revelations of God’s love for the world?

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