Issues, Etc. Looking Forward to Sunday Morning (1 Year Lectionary): Sexagesima – Pr. Heath Curtis, 2/2/26 (0332, Encore)
Feb 2, 2026
Heath Curtis, pastor and LCMS stewardship coordinator who writes pastoral resources, offers lectionary exposition and theological reflection. He unpacks Scripture Alone, the power of God’s Word, daily prayer and Scripture discipline. Topics include Psalm reflections, Isaiah’s promise, Paul’s weakness, Hebrews’ piercing Word, the parable of the sower, and practical steps to prioritize Scripture each day.
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Prayer Turns Despair Into Trust
- Psalm prayers allow believers to pour out any emotion and then recall God's past faithfulness to regain trust.
- Prayers that remember God's deeds turn despair into confident expectation of His aid.
Discipline Scripture Reading Daily
- Read and pray with Scripture daily like an athlete trains to let the Word work gradually in you.
- Use the Lord's Prayer and daily habits to keep the Word active and life-changing.
Weakness Reveals Divine Strength
- Paul's sufferings prove apostleship and show that authentic witness often involves hardship, not reward.
- His boast in weakness teaches reliance on God's grace, not human strength.