Job 7: 1-4. 6-7

In spite of his many sufferings, Job will not turn against God.

 

1 Corinthians 9: 16-19. 22-23

Paul did not spare himself for the sake of the Gospel.

 

Mark 1: 29-39

Having spent himself in ministering to those in need, Jesus seeks a place of quiet to rest and pray.

Deuteronomy 18: 15-20

The Lord’s promises to raise up a prophet like Moses to speak God’s word to God’s people.

 

1 Corinthians 7 32-35

Expecting the world to end soon, Paul calls for single-minded devotion to God rather than attention to one’s worldly needs.

 

Mark 1: 21-28

Jesus teaches with an authority that is validated by the subduing of an evil spirit.

 

1 Samuel 3: 3-10. 19

The boy Samuel hears a voice, and learns to recognise the word of the Lord.

 

1 Corinthians 6: 13-15 17-20

Paul speaks about truthful human relationships and a healthy attitude to the human body.

 

John 1: 35-42

The first disciples meet Jesus and realise they have found the Messiah.

Jonah 3: 1-5. 10
The reluctant prophet Jonah finally does his job and preaches repentance.

1 Corinthians 7: 29-31
Paul urges the Corinthians to put their lives in order.

Mark 1: 14-20
Jesus wastes no time, but sets about his mission with urgency.

Isaiah 60: 1-6

The prophet sees the day dawning when the glory of the Lord will be in Jerusalem.

 

Ephesians 3: 2-3. 5-6

Paul recalls the revelation he received about God’s love for all people.

 

Matthew 2: 1-12

Wise men come from the east to disturb one king and to worship another.