Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Psalm 27.1, 7-11, 1 Kings 5.1-18, 2 Corinthians 1.23-2.17 - Lectionary for 8/24/11 - feast of St. Bartholomew, Apostle

Today is the feast of St. Bartholomew, Apostle.
Today's readings are Psalm 27.1, 7-11, 1 Kings 5.1-18, and 2 Corinthians 1.23-2.17

There's a certain amount of pain that pastors need to inflict on their congregants. May the Lord prevent us from enjoying it, yet may he give us courage to do so faithfully. This is what Paul had done when he confronted sin at Corinth. This is what I've had to do when I point out the dangers of our clinging arrogantly to our sin.

Why do we confront sin? Not so as to revel in people's discomfort, but in hope the Holy Spirit will grant repentance which leads to confession, forgiveness, and restoration. May we ever be bold about the holy demands of God's Law so it will make sense when we are equally bold about the blessings of the Gospel.

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