First Sunday after the Epiphany Watchword for the week — God says, “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine.” Isaiah 43:1
Sunday, January 9 — Isaiah 43:1-7; Psalm 29
Acts 8:14-17; Luke 3:15-17,21-22
Alas for those who rely on horses, who trust in chariots because they are many, but do not consult the Lord! Isaiah 31:1
Therefore we must pay greater attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away from it. Hebrews 2:1
Rock of our salvation, we turn to your word of truth for guidance in this life. Despite the temptations around us, keep us steadfast in your wisdom that has been revealed to us in the words of scripture. Amen.