Psalm 18.46-50, Zechariah 2.1-3.10, Romans 15.1-13 - Lectionary for 1/26/11

Today is the day of St. Titus. Today's readings are Psalm 18.46-50, Zechariah 2.1-3.10, and Romans 15.1-13.

In our reading from Zechariah we see God choosing a people for his special blessing, then clothing those people in righteousness, promising to provide them with all they need. As we continue into Romans we see that believers in Christ, strong believers, are to encourage and nurture weaker believers. We who have been clothed in the righteousness of Christ are to serve as God's instruments, clothing other people in the way they need to be clothed. How do we exhibit God's might in this world? We do it through providing Christian charity and comfort for those who are suffering. We give people a cup of cold water in the name of the Lord. We bless them with food from the hand of the Lord who gives us our daily bread. We give people the words of life which come from the mouth of our Lord and Savior. We act as God's messengers, bringing hope and life.

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Dave Spotts
blogging at http://capnsaltyslongvoyage.blogspot.com