Numbers 20:1-13 Question: What are some ways in which our perspective needs shifting? Is forgiveness needed? Is God calling for us to step back and listen? How is God working through you to solve these struggles in your life? Prayer: Lord, help us to understand that we need time. Help us to be patient when
gratitude
Out of the mouths of (mothers of ) babes
1 Samuel 2:1-10; Luke 1:46-55 (1 Samuel 2:1) (Luke 1:46-48a) Question for reflection: In what ways would your life change if you express gratitude for one or two acts of God’s love noticed each day? Prayer for the day: God our rock, grant us the boldness to persist in prayer, confident in your abiding presence
Peace by piece
Luke 24:36-49 Question for reflection: How will you carry the peace and promise of this Easter celebration into your daily living this week? Who do you know that needs you to represent the living Christ to them? Prayer for the day: God, thank you for making me a witness to the resurrection. Help me carry
Silence amid chaos
Matthew 2:10 Prayer for the day: O Jesus, light of the world. In you, God broke the hold of darkness on the world of the principalities and powers. The child brought near the salvation of God, and our hearts flowed with joy and thanksgiving. Amen. Question for reflection: What experiences have filled you with
‘Immanuel’: God with us
Isaiah 7:13-14 Question for Reflection: What does the gift of “God with us,” Emmanuel, Jesus, mean to you? Prayer for the day: God, we have anticipated this day for weeks now, building expectation through Advent worship, devotional study, decorating, gift buying, serving our neighbor, food preparation, sending cards and so much more. On this day