Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost
Watchword for the Week — Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God—what is good and acceptable and perfect. Romans 12:2
Sunday, August 24 — Isaiah 51:1-6; Psalm 138
Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20
Sing aloud to God our strength. Psalm 81:1
Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory. Revelation 19:7
Glorious God, we worship you with sincere words and hearts. We honor you with our best efforts and intentions. We sing your praises with our greatest music. But it is not enough. Even so, bless our efforts. Amen.