The enormity of our sin is surpassed only by the mercy of God. We come, repentant, to the table of the Lord. In the body and blood of Jesus, in the announcement of our absolution, all our sins are forgiven. “Happy are they . . . whose sin is put away.” Happy are we.
Readings:
- 2 Samuel 11:26–12:10, 13-15
Nathan tells the story of the lamb to David
- Galatians 2:15-21
Crucified with Christ; justification through grace
- Luke 7:36–8:3
The woman anointing the feet of Jesus is forgiven