Lection Connection for Ash Wednesday can be found here
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Based on the Readings as Set
First Reading (Deuteronomy 26:1-11)
Moses commands the Israelites, once they have arrived in the Promised Land, to bring its first fruits as an offering to the Lord whilst reciting the story of their deliverance from Egypt. The harvest is to be celebrated as part of the Lord’s abundant provision.
Psalm (91:1-2, 9-16)
The Psalmist proclaims that those who habitually live close to the Lord, who put their trust entirely in him, are under the care of his angels and have nothing to fear. They will be delivered from every adversary, live to a satisfying old age, and see God’s salvation.
Second Reading (Romans 10:8b-13)
Paul writes that he proclaims the word of faith: in order to be saved one must believe from the heart that God raised Jesus from the dead and confess that he is Lord of all. As such, he is eager to respond to all who call upon his name in faith, Jew and Gentile alike.
Gospel (Luke 4:1-13)
Luke records how Jesus is led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil after a forty day fast. He counters by quoting Scripture taken from Israel’s wilderness experience. Unlike Israel, Jesus does not disobey God, and the devil departs.
CONNECTION SUGGESTIONS
- Trusting in the Lord
- God provides in difficult circumstances
- Temptation
- The spiritual power of God’s Word