Sunday, October 30, 2022

SUN AND SHIELD

The 21st Sunday after Pentecost
Reformation Sunday

PSALM 84:11 (CEV)
Our LORD and our God,
you are like the sun
and also like a shield.


MARK 4:40 (CEB)
Jesus asked them, “Why are you frightened? Don’t you have faith yet?”

SUMMARY SENTENCE
Don't panic for God is the source of everything needed -- trust him.

PRAYER
You, God, hold the future of life in your hand. How is it, then, that I struggle to trust you with my life? I get anxious about the future and accomplishing some of the present tasks, too. Sometimes I feel overwhelmed by it all. Help me relax in knowing that you provide energy and protection for each new day. You've gotten me this far. I'm going to trust you for the next mile, too. Amen.

THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.