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28 January - 3 February 2024

How we discern what comes from God

Deuteronomy 18.15-20

Moses, speaking to the people, says that one day God will send another prophet like him. This prophet will speak God’s words with God’s full authority, such that anyone who refuses to listen will be held accountable by God. The people are also warned against listening to false prophets. An authentic prophet’s words will prove to be true.

In this week’s Gospel reading, people are astounded by the authority with which Jesus teaches. In the passage from Deuteronomy, we hear of a prophet into whose mouth God will put his words. Both of these readings encourage us to consider the authority of those who seek to influence us.

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Lectionary Bible readings for RCL Epiphany 4 Year B

Deuteronomy 18.15-20 Psalm 111 1 Corinthians 8.1-13 Mark 1.21-28