Am I a God who is only close at hand?” says the Lord.
"No, I am far away at the same time..."
MARK 15:34 (CEB)
At three, Jesus cried out with a loud shout, “Eloi, eloi, lama sabachthani,” which means, “My God, my God, why have you left me?”
SUMMARY SENTENCE
It doesn't always feel like it, but God is present in both the good and the bad times.
DAILY FODDER
Why did Jesus feel abandoned on the cross? He quotes the first verse of Psalm 22, a psalm which ultimately swings around to affirm God's presence, sovereignty, and a global revival of people turning to him.
PRAYER
Almighty God, you are everwhere. Thank you that wherever I go, near or far, east or west, inside or outside, you are present. You are with me. Close by. Available. I cannot run from you or hide from you. I am loved deeply by you. You are my awesome God, and I am your grateful child. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
