Reading 12: The Gospel of Luke He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.” Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. He told them, “This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at Jerusalem. You are witnesses of these things. I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” When he had led them out to the vicinity of Bethany, he lifted up his hands and blessed them. While he was blessing them, he left them and was taken up into heaven. Then they worshiped him and returned to Jerusalem with great joy. And they stayed continually at the temple, praising God. Lord, we did not see your plan, we did not understand your pattern. The Messiah had to suffer and die, in order to bring new life. Thank you for the gift of the Scriptures, for they reveal this story to us. Thank you for your gift of insight and knowledge, so we too can worship you with great joy in this season of the resurrection. Next up: A time to teach
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