Today’s thought is by Augustine
Is it any merit to abstain from wine if one is intoxicated with anger? – Augustine
Praying for myself
When I read a passage like this one, Lord, I feel guilty. Comments on old school reports come into mind – “Could do better”. I know I could do better, for when have I borne fruit for you? There are those that say we never know when a comment or a bit of encouragement may have brought someone else closer to you. That we can only sow seeds and that the harvest comes later. Help me to be patient, Lord, with myself, with others, as well as with you. Help me also to hear your voice when others encourage me, and to spread your love to those whom I meet. For it is in your name that I pray. Amen
Praying for others
Lord Jesus Christ, so many people in this world are prevented from reaching their true potential, whether by being oppressed by others, or by lacking confidence in their own abilities. Reach out to them, Lord, and lift them. Show them that you love and value them for who they are, not what they have, or have not, done.
You were able to use ordinary people like fishermen and bring out the best in them in order to spread your word of love, peace, joy and justice. Be close, now, to the oppressed of this world, those seeking justice, those whose lives are torn apart by wars, those who are being bullied. You are truly our Saviour, and we pray in your name. Amen