the Right Rev’d Steve Wood

Christians have all we need to lead lives of holiness, because of the “great promises” we have received in Christ. St. Peter tells us we ought, then, to purse that very holiness, so that we might be faithful & fruitful in our discipleship to Jesus.

Therefore, brothers, be all the more diligent to confirm your calling and election…

2 Peter 1:10a

Collect for the Sixth Sunday of Epiphany
O Lord, our heavenly Father, keep your household the Church continually in your true religion, that we who trust in the hope of your heavenly grace may always be defended by your mighty power; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, now and for ever. Amen.

Sunday’s Readings
2 Peter 1:3-11
Psalm 46
Luke 6:20-38

Questions to Consider

• How are being diligent to confirm your calling and election?

• What are the great promises you turn to when life seems overwhelming, or you are tempted to disbelieve God and fall into sin?