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Today’s Reflection

Within our communities of faith the culture of our discipleship is formed. . . . Most people typically do not live in a commune; but when there is need in the community, so often, they respond as though they are one.

—Christine Harman, For the Common Good: Discovering and Using Your Spiritual Gifts (Discipleship Resources, 2021)

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Today’s Question

In which ways might your congregation live a lifestyle congruent with the early church? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

All who believed were together and had all things in common; they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need.
—Acts 2:44-45 (NRSV)

Prayer for the Week

Lord,
Give me knowledge and insight that will help me make the right choices in my life. Amen.
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Lectionary Readings

• Genesis 25:19-34
• Psalm 119:105-112
• Romans 8:1-11
• Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23

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