I remember the days gone by;
I think about all that you have done,
I bring to mind all your deeds.
LUKE 1:50 (GNT)
Mary said, "...from one generation to another he shows mercy to those who honor him."
THE ESSENCE
When considering God's merciful activity, it makes sense to sometimes zoom out and look at the bigger, multi-generational picture.
DAILY FODDER
How are you benefiting from the mercy that God has shown to a previous generation?
PRAYER
Merciful God, you have been faithful to us for generations. Forgive my short-sightedness, as though the only thing that matters is what you've done for me here and now. Help me to appreciate the grander picture of generational mercy. I'm going to work on connecting the dots. 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.
