Daily Readings - Tue Oct 21 2025
Romans
12Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, and in this way death came to all men, because all sinned--13for before the law was given, sin was in the world. But sin is not taken into account when there is no law.14Nevertheless, death reigned from the time of Adam to the time of Moses, even over those who did not sin by breaking a command, as did Adam, who was a pattern of the one to come.15But the gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died by the trespass of the one man, how much more did God's grace and the gift that came by the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ, overflow to the many!16Again, the gift of God is not like the result of the one man's sin: The judgment followed one sin and brought condemnation, but the gift followed many trespasses and brought justification.17For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God's abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ.18Consequently, just as the result of one trespass was condemnation for all men, so also the result of one act of righteousness was justification that brings life for all men.19For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous.20The law was added so that the trespass might increase. But where sin increased, grace increased all the more,21so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Luke
35"Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning,36like men waiting for their master to return from a wedding banquet, so that when he comes and knocks they can immediately open the door for him.37It will be good for those servants whose master finds them watching when he comes. I tell you the truth, he will dress himself to serve, will have them recline at the table and will come and wait on them.38It will be good for those servants whose master finds them ready, even if he comes in the second or third watch of the night.
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.