“What’s been important in my understanding of myself and others is the fact that each one of us is so much more than any one thing. A sick child is much more than his or her sickness. A person with a disability is much, much more than a handicap. A pediatrician is more than a…
Psalm of the Day – September 23, 2019 (Psalm 85)
1 LORD, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. 2 You forgave the iniquity of your people; you pardoned all their sin. Selah 3 You withdrew all your wrath; you turned from your hot anger. 4 Restore us again, O God of our salvation, and put away your indignation toward us. 5 Will you be angry…
The Word of God: Matthew 5:21-26 – September 23, 2019
21“You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, ‘You shall not murder’; and ‘whoever murders shall be liable to judgment.’ 22But I say to you that if you are angry with a brother or sister, you will be liable to judgment; and if you insult a brother or sister, you will be…
The Word of God: 1 Corinthians 4:8-21 – September 23, 2019
8Already you have all you want! Already you have become rich! Quite apart from us you have become kings! Indeed, I wish that you had become kings, so that we might be kings with you! 9For I think that God has exhibited us apostles as last of all, as though sentenced to death, because we have…
The Word of God: 2 Kings 5:1-19 – September 23, 2019
1Naaman, commander of the army of the king of Aram, was a great man and in high favor with his master, because by him the LORD had given victory to Aram. The man, though a mighty warrior, suffered from leprosy. 2Now the Arameans on one of their raids had taken a young girl captive from the…
John Wesley’s Quote of the Day – September 22, 2019
“Pray, just as you are led, without reasoning, in all simplicity. Be a little child, hanging on him that loves you.”
Prayer for the Day – September 22, 2019
Dear Loving God, who calls us into service, Lead us on faith alone, as you led Ananias. Transform us as you transformed Paul. Mold us into your servants, who joyfully bring your love to the world this and every day. Amen.
Percy Bysshe Shelley’s Quote of the Day (from “Prometheus Unbound”) – September 22, 2019
“All love is sweet, Given or returned. Common as light is love, And its familiar voice wearies not ever.”
Fred Rogers’ Quote of the Day – September 22, 2019
“Real strength has to do with helping others.”
Psalm of the Day – September 22, 2019 (Psalm 93)
1 The LORD is king, he is robed in majesty; the LORD is robed, he is girded with strength. He has established the world; it shall never be moved; 2 your throne is established from of old; you are from everlasting. 3 The floods have lifted up, O LORD, the floods have lifted up their voice; the floods…
