The puzzling identity of Jesus
Prayer
Contemporary Lectionary Prayers
Cycle B
Gospel Note:
Mark constructs his narrative of this storm-stilling incident
so as to climax in the disciples' perplexed questioning of Jesus'
identity. The passage gives no direct answer. The present action
recalls God's authority over the unformed waters of creation in
Genesis. Jesus is the very power of God.
Liturgical Color:
Green
Suggested Hymns:
Lord Of Our Life
In Heaven Above
Spirit Of God, Sent From Heaven Above
Come, You Thankful People Come
Lord Our God, With Praise We Come
Proper 7 ù Pentecost 5 ù OT 12
It started out as a simple boat ride. But it
turned into a stormy trip which threatened the
lives of the disciples.
Isn't that the way it often is, Lord?
Even the most simple plans can become complicated.
The disciples do not have a monopoly
on fear and trembling.
We have been there, Lord!
We meet fear and trembling frequently as we move
through life.
Fears even reside in our subconscious waiting
for the opportunity to surface.
To all of this, Jesus says
"Peace! Be still!"
When we experience fear for any reason, it is
important to remember who is in charge
of this universe.
You are, Lord. And when you say,
"Peace! Be still!"
It happens!
All we have to do is listen and believe.
Amen.
Mark constructs his narrative of this storm-stilling incident
so as to climax in the disciples' perplexed questioning of Jesus'
identity. The passage gives no direct answer. The present action
recalls God's authority over the unformed waters of creation in
Genesis. Jesus is the very power of God.
Liturgical Color:
Green
Suggested Hymns:
Lord Of Our Life
In Heaven Above
Spirit Of God, Sent From Heaven Above
Come, You Thankful People Come
Lord Our God, With Praise We Come
Proper 7 ù Pentecost 5 ù OT 12
It started out as a simple boat ride. But it
turned into a stormy trip which threatened the
lives of the disciples.
Isn't that the way it often is, Lord?
Even the most simple plans can become complicated.
The disciples do not have a monopoly
on fear and trembling.
We have been there, Lord!
We meet fear and trembling frequently as we move
through life.
Fears even reside in our subconscious waiting
for the opportunity to surface.
To all of this, Jesus says
"Peace! Be still!"
When we experience fear for any reason, it is
important to remember who is in charge
of this universe.
You are, Lord. And when you say,
"Peace! Be still!"
It happens!
All we have to do is listen and believe.
Amen.
