SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH
DEVOTION, READINGS and PRAYERS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2023
O my Strength, I will sing praises to you, for you, O God, are my fortress, the God who shows me steadfast love. Psalm 59:17 ESV
NEWS: Got Questions? We have an excellent series of studies concerning Christian teachings at https://www.svlchurch.org/about-us/lutheranism-101/ This is a great resource for learning more about Lutheranism and what we believe/confess. Do you have questions about Baptism or heaven? Questions about Jesus or Mary? Here is a GREAT resource.
“Wine on the Patio” will be on Friday, September 1, 6:30-8:00 at the Kolkmans on their back patio. Bring wine (or other beverage) to share plus also an hors d’oeuvres, appetizer or snack to go with that to share. All are welcome! Questions? Email kolkmanallen@gmail.com
PRAYERS: Today we remember Chet Laird in our prayers. In our Summer of Prayer series, we pray for the “harvest” in Oceanside (those who are ready to hear God’s Word).We pray for the laborers for God’s word, that the harvest may be plentiful and that all Christians in Oceanside would have a heart for the lost. We continue to pray for the Woodward family as well: Eric, who is hospitalized and very ill, as well as Carole and Bruce as they are managing the situation.
READINGS: Esther 7; Psalm 59; 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13
DEVOTION:
Daily Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries
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Luther’s Morning Prayer
In the morning, as soon as you get out of bed, you are to make the Sign of the Cross and say:
“God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit watch over me. Amen.”
Then, kneeling or standing, say the Apostles’ Creed and the Lord’s Prayer. In addition recite this prayer as well:
“I give thanks to you, my heavenly Father through Jesus Christ your dear son, that you have protected me this night from all harm and danger, and I ask you that you would also protect me today from sin and all evil, so that my life and actions may please you completely. For into your hands I commend myself: my body, my soul, and all that is mine. Let your holy angel be with me, so that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen.”
After singing a hymn or whatever else may serve your devotion, you can go about your day joyfully!
Luther’s Evening Prayer
In the evening, when you go to bed, you are to make the Sign of the Cross and say:
“God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit watch over me. Amen.”
Then, kneeling or standing, say the Apostles’ Creed and the Lord’s Prayer. In addition recite this prayer as well:
“I give thanks to you, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ your dear Son, that you have graciously protected me today, and I ask you to forgive me all my sins, where I have done wrong, and graciously to protect me tonight. For into your hands I commend myself: my body, my soul, and all that is mine. Let your holy angel be with me, so that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen.”
You can now go to bed quickly and cheerfully.
OTHER RESOURCES:
Our church website is: https://www.svlchurch.org/
Below is our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/shepherdofthevalleyoceanside
Here is the website for Lutherans for Life: https://lutheransforlife.org/
Here is the website for Lutheran Hour Ministries: https://www.lhm.org/
Lutheran Public Radio is listener supported and has two channels, one for sacred music and the other for talk, including news, current issues, politics and spiritual matters from a Lutheran perspective. Hosted by Pastor Todd Wilken, Issues, Etc. airs live Monday thru Friday from 1 to 3 pm Pacific, with the “Best Of” running at other hour s: https://lutheranpublicradio.org/
KFUO is the listener supported radio station owned and operated by the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Based in St. Louis, their format consists of teaching, preaching, ministry and sacred music: https://www.kfuo.org/
A very blessed Thursday to everyone! For any needs or prayer requests, please contact us
Pastor Joel, pastor@svlcchurch.org
