To Be a Christian: The Anglican Catechism in a Year

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August 26, 2023 Day 238. What is confession?
Today is day 238 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
238. What is confession?
In confession, I acknowledge my sins in repentance before God
and receive his forgiveness. (Nehemiah 1:4–11; Psalm 51; Jeremiah
36:1–3; Luke 23:39–43; Acts 2:14–41; 2 Corinthians 7:2–12; 1 John 1:9)
We will conclude today with The Confession of the Daily Office found on page 12 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
13 min
August 25, 2023 Day 237. What is intercession?
Today is day 237 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
237. What is intercession?
In intercession, I make requests to God on behalf of others, the
Church, and the world. (Exodus 32:1–14; Psalm 20; John 17:6–26;
Ephesians 3:14–21; 6:18–20)
We will conclude today with Prayer 40. For All Sorts and Conditions of Men found on page 658 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 min
August 24, 2023 Day 236. What is petition?
Today is day 236 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
236. What is petition?
In petition, I make requests to God on my own behalf for his
provision and protection. (1 Samuel 1; 2 Kings 20:1–7; Psalm 86; John
17:1–5; 2 Corinthians 12:1–10; Philippians 4:6–7)
We will conclude today with Prayer 98. For the Acceptance of Prayer found on page 675 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
12 min
August 23, 2023 Day 235. What is praise?
Today is day 235 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
235. What is praise?
In praise, I glorify and adore God for his holiness, his sovereign
rule over all, and his salvation given in Jesus Christ. (Exodus 15:1–
21; Psalm 111; Luke 1:39–56; Ephesians 1:3–14)
We will conclude today with Psalm 150 found on page 467 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
10 min
August 22, 2023 Day 234. What types of prayer are in the Lord’s Prayer?
Today is day 234 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
234. What types of prayer are in the Lord’s Prayer?
The Lord’s Prayer includes praise, petition, intercession, and confession to God. (Matthew 6:9–13; Luke 11:2–4)
We will conclude today with Prayer 97. Preparation for Personal Prayer found on page 675 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
4 min
August 21, 2023 Day 233. Are there different ways to pray?
Today is day 233 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Prayer.
233. Are there different ways to pray?
Yes. Prayer can be private or public, liturgical or extemporaneous,
spoken or silent. (1 Samuel 1:1–20; 1 Kings 8:22–61; Psalm 142; Matthew 11:25–28; Mark 1:35–39; Luke 6:12–16; Hebrews 5:7–10)
We will conclude today with Prayer 89. For Seeking God found on page 672 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
15 min
August 20, 2023 Day 232. How should you “inwardly digest” Scripture?
Today is day 232 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Scripture.
232. How should you “inwardly digest” Scripture?
I should meditate on Scripture and let it shape my thoughts
and prayers. As I absorb Scripture, it deepens my knowledge
of God, becomes the lens through which I understand my life
and the world around me, and guides my attitudes and actions.
( Joshua 1:1–9; Psalms 1:2; 119:1–8, 113–28; John 15:1–11; Colossians
3:16–17)
We will conclude today with Prayer 74. For Desiring God found on page 668 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
9 min
August 19, 2023 Day 231. How should you “learn” the Bible?
Today is day 231 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Scripture.
231. How should you “learn” the Bible?
I should seek to know the whole sweep of Scripture and to memorize key passages for my own spiritual growth and for sharing with
others. (Psalm 119:9–16; 2 Timothy 2:15; 3:10–17)
We will conclude today with Prayer 75. For Holy Thought found on page 668 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
5 min
August 18, 2023 Day 230. How should you “mark” passages of Scripture?
Today is day 230 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Scripture.
230. How should you “mark” passages of Scripture?
I should study the Bible attentively, noting key verses and themes,
as well as connections between passages in the Old and New
Testaments. I should study on my own and with other Christians, using trustworthy commentaries and other resources to grasp the
full meaning of God’s Word. (Psalm 119:129–44; Luke 24:44–49;
Acts 17:1–15)
We will conclude today with Prayer 70. For Inner Renewal through the Word found on page 670 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
8 min
August 17, 2023 Day 229. How should you “read” the Bible?
Today is day 229 and we are studying A Rule of Prayer: Scripture.
229. How should you “read” the Bible?
I should read the Bible daily, following the Church’s set readings
(lectionaries) or following a pattern of my own choosing. (Deuteronomy 17:18–20; Psalm 119:97–112; Acts 8:26–40)
We will conclude today with Prayer 88. For Daily Growth found on page 672 of the Book of Common Prayer (2019).
If you would like to buy or download To Be a Christian, head to anglicanchurch.net/catechism.

Produced by Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Madison, MS.
Original music from Matthew Clark. Daily collects and Psalms are taken from Book of Common Prayer (2019), created by the Anglican Church in North America and published by the Anglican Liturgical Press. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Scripture quotations are from The ESV® Bible (The Holy Bible, English Standard Version®), copyright © 2001 by Crossway, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Catechism readings are taken from To Be a Christian - An Anglican Catechism Approved Edition, copyright © 2020 by The Anglican Church in North America by Crossway a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
7 min

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