Commentary on Matthew 3:1-17

Working Preacher

Commentary for this text is forthcoming.

PRAYER OF THE DAY

Righteous God, you sent your son Jesus to be baptized by John in the Jordan, so that all might hear the proclamation of your love. Make us voices of proclamation, so that all might know of your love through our words and our actions. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

HYMNS

Christ, when for us you were baptized ELW 304
Crashing waters at creation ELW 455
Earth and all stars ELW 731

CHORAL

The Baptism of Christ, Peter Hallock

Working Preacher turns 19!

Working Preacher is celebrating 19 years of continuous service to the church and the world. Think about how your ministry has been helped by this boisterous (yet reliable) 19-year-old. Thank you for supporting this ministry as we boldly proclaim God’s life-giving Word together.