Lectionary Preaching Workbook
Lesson 1: Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25 (C)
Joshua leads the people to renew the covenant. When Joshua took over the leadership, he called the people together before crossing the Jordan. At the end of his term, he again calls them together and calls upon them to get rid of pagan gods and serve Yahweh. The people swear they will serve only the Lord. Thereupon, the Mosaic covenant was renewed.
Lesson 1: Hosea 11:1-4, 8-9 (L)
A faithless people and their faithful God.
Lesson 1: Amos 5:18-24 (E)
Prepare for the day of the Lord by exceeding justice.