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Today’s Reflection

The more in touch we become with our belovedness, the more passionate we become about God and all that God has created. We become passionate about who we are, how we reflect God’s sacred image, and who God calls us to be in the world.

—Kristen E. Vincent, We Are Beloved: A Lenten Journey with Protestant Prayer Beads (Upper Room Books, 2019)

Today’s Question

Where can you passionately extend God’s love to other people and all creation? Join the conversation.

Today’s Scripture

Give thanks to the God of heaven—
God’s faithful love lasts forever!

—Psalm 136:26 (CEB)

Prayer for the Week

Open my heart to your love, O God.
Submit your prayer to The Upper Room.

Something More

Lectionary Readings

  • Exodus 17:1-7
  • Psalm 95
  • Romans 5:1-11
  • John 4:5-42

Read the lectionary texts courtesy of Vanderbilt Divinity Library here.

Looking for lectionary-based resources? Learn more about The Upper Room Disciplines.

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