READINGS FOR THIS WEEK:
Second Sunday of Christmas
JANUARY 4, 2026
FIRST READING:
Jeremiah 31:7-14
THE PSALM:
147
SECOND READING:
Ephesians 1:3-14
GOSPEL READING:
John 1:1-18
Second Sunday of Christmas
John 1:1-18
John tells us very clearly that no one has ever seen God. He goes on to say that Jesus, who is nearest to God’s heart, has made God known to us. It seems that a faithful steward would intentionally try to have a relationship with Jesus, so that she or he could know more about God. How’s my relationship with Jesus?
PRAYER FOR THE MORNING:
Creator God, as I begin this day, open my eyes, my ears, all my senses to the beauty around me. Help me to see how mountains and trees rise up in praise of you. Help me to hear how the birds of the air, the whales in the deep, and the wild animals on the ground sing your praises. Help me to join another, or many others, in praise of your glory not only today but even forever; in Jesus’ name. Amen.
PRAYER FOR THE NIGHT:
Loving God, as the evening comes, and with it the moon and shining stars, I know that you are the Light in every darkness. Shine, then, upon anyone who is troubled this night. Shine, then upon the troubles I have known. Help me to put my trust in you, for I am your child, and you have come to help me; you help all whom you have drawn close. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, my brother and Savior. Amen.
