Today’s Reflection
Suffering gives way to victory and lamentation to song. Purple may be the color of our lives on this side of the river, but every funeral day becomes the day of the Lord, and all will be white.
—Thomas R. Steagald, A House of Prayer: The Power of Praying in Community (Upper Room Books, 2014)
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Today’s Question
When have you seen suffering pass and give way to victory? Join the conversation.
Today’s Scripture
And the one who was seated on the throne said, “See, I am making all things new.”
—Revelation 21:5 (NRSVUE)
Prayer for the Week
God who brings all life into being, we thank you for all the good that you bring into this world. Even when we fear scarcity and death, we know that your abundance is coming. Amen.
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Lectionary Readings
- Exodus 1:8-2:10
- Psalm 124
- Romans 12:1-8
- Matthew 16:13-20
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