Pilgrim Worship: Pilgrim Lenten Vespers Wednesday March 16, 2022

Pilgrim Lutheran Church

Wednesday Lenten Vespers

March 16, 2022

We're glad & thankful you've come here to watch our service and worship the one true God!

SCRIPTURE READINGS

First Reading: Isaiah 53:1-5
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:1-5
Gospel Reading: John 18:1-11

THEME

All four gospels record the event in Gethsemane when the high priest’s servant’s ear is cut off. Only John gives us names—Peter and Malchus. Our attention now is drawn to Gethsemane that night Judas betrays Jesus as Peter cuts off the ear of Malchus. The chief priests, scribes, Judas, and Peter all seek power and control of the situation. Jesus—the only one with true power and authority—lays it down, as He also does with His life itself. In His resurrection, Jesus will take up His life again, reclaiming His power, control, and authority that extends throughout the earth and heavens.

The witness of Malchus points us → Jesus. In times of chaos, Jesus remains in control and gives calm and healing.

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Peace to you on this, and every Lenten day as we journey with Christ to Calvary's cross!