January 13, 2027

14Now since the children share in blood and flesh, he likewise shared in them, that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, 15and free those who through fear of death had been subject to slavery all their life. 16Surely he did not help angels but rather the descendants of Abraham; 17therefore, he had to become like his brothers in every way, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest before God to expiate the sins of the people. 18Because he himself was tested through what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested.

1Psalm 105 God’s Fidelity to the Promise I - Give thanks to the LORD, invoke his name; make known among the peoples his deeds! 2Sing praise to him, play music; proclaim all his wondrous deeds! 3Glory in his holy name; let hearts that seek the LORD rejoice! 4Seek out the LORD and his might; constantly seek his face. 6You descendants of Abraham his servant, offspring of Jacob the chosen one! 7II - He the LORD, is our God whose judgments reach through all the earth. 8He remembers forever his covenant, the word he commanded for a thousand generations, 9Which he made with Abraham, and swore to Isaac,

27My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me.

29The Cure of Simon’s Mother-in-Law. On leaving the synagogue he entered the house of Simon and Andrew with James and John. 30Simon’s mother-in-law lay sick with a fever. They immediately told him about her. 31He approached, grasped her hand, and helped her up. Then the fever left her and she waited on them. 32Other Healings. When it was evening, after sunset, they brought to him all who were ill or possessed by demons. 33The whole town was gathered at the door. 34He cured many who were sick with various diseases, and he drove out many demons, not permitting them to speak because they knew him. 35Jesus Leaves Capernaum. Rising very early before dawn, he left and went off to a deserted place, where he prayed. 36Simon and those who were with him pursued him 37and on finding him said, “Everyone is looking for you.” 38He told them, “Let us go on to the nearby villages that I may preach there also. For this purpose have I come.” 39So he went into their synagogues, preaching and driving out demons throughout the whole of Galilee.