Refreshing Your Connection

Jesus, master, once you spoke unforgettable words to your disciples about being the light of the world. You called yourself the light and said that we, too, must be the light. You told us to be lamps of faith burning bright, reflections of goodness of your Father in Heaven. Make me a reflector of your light so that those around me, beginning with my family, my relatives and friends, may find at least a little bit of you in me.[1] Psalm 147:1,5,11 Praise the Lord. How good i

Lord, all around me people seem to be rushing in a thousand directions, caught up in the things that count for making this life easier and more successful. Help me to strengthen my grasp of what is expected of me as a Christian, and never to give time to the evil desires of this world. When I am tempted, please remind me to pray. When I am lonely, hurt, annoyed, and turned in on my own small world, please reach down, straighten me up and direct my course. Increase my faith in

May the grace of God be with you always, each and every day in all that you do and all that you say. May your heart and mind be open to...

Jesus, master, once you spoke unforgettable words to your disciples about being the light of the world. You called yourself the light and...

Lord, all around me people seem to be rushing in a thousand directions, caught up in the things that count for making this life easier...

Come mighty Spirit into my soul. Give me love and appreciation for my Christian faith. Help me to take heart and to have patience with...