Psalm 46 -The great hymn of the Reformation, A Mighty Fortress Is Our God (LSB #656), is our hymn of the day. It reminds us that, though the devil is a formidable foe, one whom we are unable to overcome on our own, he has been defeated by the Word made flesh, our Savior Jesus. ‘Our victory has been won; The Kingdom ours remaineth.’
When Martin Luther created this piece of music, he fully understood the power of Evil. In fact, he had faced many years of trials and persecution. Yet he persevered and faced the threats against his life and his freedom. Within this hymn, he reflects upon Psalm 46 where God is our refuge and strength in time of struggle.
The LORD is certainly our refuge and our strength, our ever-present help in times of trouble!
Collect for the First Sunday in Lent; O Lord God, You led Your ancient people through the wilderness and brought them to the promised land. Guide the people of Your Church that following our Savior we may walk through the wilderness of this world toward the glory of the world to come; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen 1
Collect for Psalm 46: Lord God, our refuge and strength when the restless powers of this world and the waters of hell rise up against your holy city, watch over it and keep it safe. By the river that flows from the throne of the Lamb purify this new Jerusalem as your chosen dwelling, for you are with us, our stronghold now and forever. 2
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