Today’s Reflection
AGAINST THE BACKDROP of infinite space,
our planet appears so small, so vulnerable.
Guide me, dear God,
that I may cherish your earth
and the life it sustains
with the best of my energy,
intelligence, imagination,
and love.
- Sam Hamilton-Poore
Earth Gospel
From page 116 of Earth Gospel: A Guide to Prayer for God’s Creation by Sam Hamilton-Poore. Copyright © 2008 by Sam Hamilton-Poore. All rights reserved. Used by permission of Upper Room Books. http://bookstore.upperroom.org/ Learn more about or purchase this book.
Today’s Question
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Today’s Scripture
Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, as you sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts.
Ephesians 5:18-19, NRSV
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Lord, because of the wisdom we have from you, we know that we are not doing such a good job taking care of the earth. With the knowledge we have and will receive from you may we make good progress to be better stewards of our planet.
We need your wisdom to help us decide who we will elect to be our leaders. They need your wisdom to make the right decisions for our country. Leaders of every nation need your wisdom.
When we put you first, trust in you, all these things will be given to us.
Thank you Lord for your precious gifts.
Amen.
Father, this is an incredibly beautiful world you have created. The more I learn about nature them more amazed I am and the closer I feel to you. You are the Creator and when walking on the beach or enjoying a sunrise or simply in my backyard, I can feel your presence! Amen
Praying today’s prayer brings before me how small I am. How is it that God can be aware of me? Yet, I believe God is aware and loves me.