“Prepare the way of the Lord!” The prophet Isaiah foretold one who would come to get God’s people ready for the coming of their King. This is fulfilled with the arrival and ministry of John, whose words and baptism readied the hearts of the people for Jesus. As we consider John’s ministry today, the Spirit desires to be at work in us as well, turning us from sin and unbelief to the peace and readiness that flows from repentance (turning away from our old ways and toward God’s new ways) and faith. Today’s message is “Prepare,” based on Mark 1:1-8.
8:00 Traditional Service
10:27 Contemporary Service
Scripture quotations are taken from the NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE ®, Copyright © 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1977, 1995, 2020 by The Lockman Foundation. Used by permission.
Liturgical portions for our Traditional Service are from Lutheran Service Book, Setting 4. Used by permission. LSB Liturgy License #000012403.
“When All the World Was Cursed,” text © 1941 Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. LSB Hymn License #100012403.
“Savior of the Nations, Come,” text (stanzas 4, 5, 8) © 1978 Concordia Publishing House; text (stanzas 3, 6, 7) © 2006 Concordia Publishing House. Used by permission. LSB Hymn License #100012403.
“Prepare the Royal Highway,” text © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship. Used by permission. LSB Hymn License #100012403.
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