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Epiphany 3     Matthew 4:12-23, particularly verses 18-22

Call to Discipleship (YA No 17)

Near by the Sea of Galilee

Where Jesus called to some

To follow him, to fish for men,

He said God’s reign had come.

We may not have a boat to leave,

No fishing nets to mend,

But when compassion guides our path

We see God’s reign extend.

We may not have the gifts to heal;

We may not wish to preach,

But gentleness and deep concern

Are both within our reach.

God’s reign is couched in deeds of love

For those who suffer pain;

This love, for those who need relief,

Leads straight to God’s domain.

As Jesus called disciples then,

He calls us still today;

God’s reign is seen in us each time

We follow Jesus’ way.

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