Today’s Reflection
Be where you are. Refuse the fantasy of “if only.” Remember that discipleship is about faithful living, not visible success. Be prepared to wait, sometimes a long time, to hear the word of God that tells you to move on.
—Elizabeth J. Canham, Heart Whispers: Benedictine Wisdom for Today (Upper Room Books, 1999)
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Today’s Question
How have you remained committed to things that may have initially seemed hopeless? Join the conversation.
Today’s Scripture
Has God forgotten how to be gracious?
Has he angrily stopped up his compassion?”
—Psalm 77:9 (CEB)
Prayer for the Week
O God, you sow seeds of life and love in places where others have lost all hope for success. Give me the faith to plant seeds alongside you, even if I never see the harvest. Amen.
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Something More
Lectionary Readings
- Exodus 17:1-7
- Psalm 78:1-4, 12-16
- Philippians 2:1-13
- Matthew 21:23-32
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