Daily Readings - Tue Oct 21 2025
Romans
12Therefore, just as through one man sin entered into this world, and through sin, death; so also death was transferred to all men, to all who have sinned13For even before the law, sin was in the world, but sin was not imputed while the law did not exist14Yet death reigned from Adam until Moses, even in those who have not sinned, in the likeness of the transgression of Adam, who is a figure of him who was to come15But the gift is not entirely like the offense. For though by the offense of one, many died, yet much more so, by the grace of one man, Jesus Christ, has the grace and gift of God abounded to many16And the sin through one is not entirely like the gift. For certainly, the judgment of one was unto condemnation, but the grace toward many offenses is unto justification17For though, by the one offense, death reigned through one, yet so much more so shall those who receive an abundance of grace, both of the gift and of justice, reign in life through the one Jesus Christ18Therefore, just as through the offense of one, all men fell under condemnation, so also through the justice of one, all men fall under justification unto life19For, just as through the disobedience of one man, many were established as sinners, so also through the obedience of one man, many shall be established as just20Now the law entered in such a way that offenses would abound. But where offenses were abundant, grace was superabundant21So then, just as sin has reigned unto death, so also may grace reign through justice unto eternal life, through Jesus Christ our Lord
Luke
35Let your waists be girded, and let lamps be burning in your hands36And let you yourselves be like men awaiting their lord, when he will return from the wedding; so that, when he arrives and knocks, they may open to him promptly37Blessed are those servants whom the Lord, when he returns, will find being vigilant. Amen I say to you, that he will gird himself and have them sit down to eat, while he, continuing on, will minister to them38And if he will return in the second watch, or if in the third watch, and if he will find them to be so: then blessed are those servants
Sermon
In today’s readings, we explore profound truths about sin, grace, and readiness. The first reading from Romans juxtaposes the legacy of Adam’s sin with the redeeming grace of Christ. Paul highlights how Adam’s disobedience brought death, while Christ’s obedience offers justification and life. This passage underscores the universal impact of sin and the even greater power of God’s grace.
The Gospel from Luke shifts our focus to preparedness. Jesus teaches that His followers must be vigilant, ready to welcome Him at any moment. This passage emphasizes the importance of living with anticipation and faithfulness, much like servants awaiting their master’s return.
Together, these readings remind us that our actions have consequences, yet God’s grace is always more abundant than sin. They call us to live with purpose, trusting in God’s plan and remaining vigilant in our faith.
In our daily lives, let us embrace this truth by staying mindful of our actions and their impact. May we trust in God’s grace and remain faithful, ready to embrace His will in all circumstances.