The Lord GOD says—
he who gathers the Israelites that were forced to leave their country:
“I will bring together other people
to join those who are already gathered.”
MATTHEW 24:14 (MSG)
The Message of the kingdom—will be preached all over the world, a witness staked out in every country. And then the end will come.
THE ESSENCE
Good things are coming for more people as God wraps things up.
DAILY FODDER
If God has his "chosen people" why is he determined to include others?
PRAYER
Merciful God, I'm grateful that you are committed to ever expanding your kingdom family. I confess, though, that I'm not so happy with some of those you want to include. They are different and challenging. Help me to adjust to your kingdom approach and radical hospitality so that I'm ready for your great wrap up. I'm going to focus on being with Jesus and welcoming all whom he welcomes. Amen.
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.
