When Sins Overwhelm--June 30, 2021

[From July 3, 2019 archive]

 

Jesus, there was no basis

for an accusation against you. 

But when our sins overwhelm us, 

and we are in the gall of bitterness, 

and in the chains of wickedness, 

give us the strength to repent,

so the intent of our hearts

may be forgiven. 

 

Then, with all our hearts,

may we serve you.

 

Lectionary Readings

Ps. 65; 147:1-11; 125; 91

1 Sam. 12:1-25

Acts 8:14-25

Luke 23:1-12

 

Selected Verses 

Ps. 65:3

When deeds of iniquity overwhelm us, 
          you forgive our transgressions. 

 

1 Sam. 12:20

And Samuel said to the people, “Do not be afraid; you have done all this evil, yet do not turn aside from following the LORD, but serve the LORD with all your heart…”

 

Acts 8:22-23

“…Repent therefore of this wickedness of yours, and pray to the Lord that, if possible, the intent of your heart may be forgiven you.  For I see that you are in the gall of bitterness and the chains of wickedness.”   [Peter, to Simon the magician]

 

Luke 23:4

Then Pilate said to the chief priests and the crowds, “I find no basis for an accusation against this man [Jesus].”