Tell the heavens and the earth
to celebrate and sing;
command every mountain
to join in the song.
The Lord's people have suffered,
but he has shown mercy
and given them comfort.
2 CORINTHIANS 1:3-4 (CEV)
Praise God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! The Father is a merciful God, who always gives us comfort. He comforts us when we are in trouble, so that we can share this same comfort with others in trouble.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
God comforts those who need it.
PRAYER
Glorious God, over and over again throughout history you have comforted your people when they need it. Thank you for holding my hand through this current trial. Forgive me for being so inwardly focused that I don't see those around me who need to receive your comfort through me. I'm going to look for ways to be a comforting presence. 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.
