Lectionary Readings:
Isaiah 42: 1 – 9, Matthew 3: 13 – 17
“Living Out Our Baptism”
The Seasons of the Spirit material, which I use for worship material and sermon guidance has some wonderful thoughts in its introductory and concluding paragraphs.
“As we enter the Season after the Epiphany, the scriptures invite us to wonder about the unfolding possibilities that are opened to us through the revealing of God’s ways in Jesus the Christ. On this Baptism of Jesus Sunday, we hear God’s Spirit-filled voice speaking new things into action, reminding us that we are God’s beloved children and planting God’s purpose in our midst. …
In the whoosh of a dove’s wings and a Spirit-filled voice, we perceive the vision of God’s unfolding purpose in the life of Jesus. When we open our hearts to God, we sense the presence of this dove and the power of this voice to reveal God’s unfolding possibilities for us and our world. When have you sensed God’s Spirit resting on you, as an individual and as the church? How is your life shaped by being called God’s child and faithful servant?”
What are your thoughts on the questions at the end of this quote?
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