Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
Sunday, February 1, 2026
First Reading
Micah 6:1-8
Lessons from Women and Church Leadership - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, the question of women in church leadership continues to challenge traditional structures. Consider the story of Sarah, a young woman wh...
Finding God in Economic Inequality & Generosity - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characte...
Finding God in Economic Inequality & Generosity - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced s...
The A Better Political Imagination Challenge - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept In our modern world, A Better Political Imagination presents both challenges and opportunities for people of progressive Christian faith. Like the biblical ...
Finding Humility in Everyday Moments - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Humility presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar s...
Finding Humility in Everyday Moments - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Humility presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced similar str...
Psalm
Psalm 15
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Second Reading
1 Corinthians 1:18-31
Lessons from Healthcare & Healing Ministry - Quote
This truth has been expressed by many throughout history. In our modern world, Healthcare & Healing Ministry presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical character...
Finding God in Economic Inequality & Generosity - Biblical Analogy
A biblical analogy that illustrates the same principle In our modern world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characte...
Finding God in Economic Inequality & Generosity - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Economic Inequality & Generosity presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced s...
Missional-Theological Lens Perspective: Sermon Illustration
This sermon illustration explores Christian themes through the theological lens of Missional-Theological Lens, providing insights and practical application for modern believers.
A Modern Story of Global Pandemic & Community - Story
A story that demonstrates the same truth In our modern world, Global Pandemic & Community presents both challenges and opportunities for people of faith. Like the biblical characters who faced simila...
When Suffering Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of the same concept Suffering isn't a sign of God's absence—it's often a sign of His presence. Take the story of Rachel, a young woman who lost her husband in a tragic accident...
Gospel
Matthew 5:1-12
The Lighthouse Keeper's Faith
A lighthouse keeper lived alone on a rocky island, maintaining a beacon that guided ships safely to harbor. Every night for thirty years, he climbed the narrow stairs to light the great lamp. Ships wo...
The Lighthouse Keeper's Faith - Story
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The Way of Jesus: Peace, Simplicity, and Discipleship - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The Anabaptist tradition asks a fundamental question: What would it look like to actually follow Jesus' teachings? The Sermon on the Mount isn't impossible idealism but God's practical blueprint for Christian living....
The Beatitudes: Kingdom Values in an Upside-Down World - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content The Beatitudes present a radical reversal of worldly values. Jesus begins His most famous sermon by declaring blessed those whom the world considers cursed: the...
The Lighthouse Keeper's Faith - Contemporary Example
A contemporary example of this content A lighthouse keeper lived alone on a rocky island, maintaining a beacon that guided ships safely to harbor. Every night for thirty years, he climbed the narrow ...
The Way of Jesus: Peace, Simplicity, and Discipleship - Story
A story related to this content The Anabaptist tradition asks a fundamental question: What would it look like to actually follow Jesus' teachings? The Sermon on the Mount isn't impossible idealism but God's practical blueprint for Christian living....