You were angry with me,
but you stopped being angry
and gave me comfort.
~ Isaiah 12:1b (CEV)
(Christ says,) “I will never send away anyone who comes to me.” ~ John 6:37b (NIRV)
Lord Jesus, so often we talk about the importance of receiving you. But perhaps we should talk more of how you have received us. Your arms are open to sinners. You welcome me. You embrace me. In your mercy you receive me. And that changes everything about me. Thank you. Amen.