A resource for integrating worship, learning, spiritual formation and daily living, this work is for all who take part in worship, helping them to engage more deeply with the Scripture readings of the day. The book contains practical help for preachers: information on biblical and historical background; variations in interpretation; illustrataive quotes; and points for application. Those who read in church should be helped by a better understanding of what the biblical writers were saying, and for all who prepare for worship by prayerful reading of the lessons for the day, this book provides many thoughtful and stimulating insights.