Scripture Reading
Psalm 23:1-3
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Reflection
Few words have brought more comfort across more centuries than the opening of Psalm 23. A shepherd's care is attentive and personal — he knows where the green pastures are, where the still waters run, how to restore a soul worn thin by the journey. Notice that the shepherd both leads and restores: he guides us forward and tends to us when we are exhausted. You need not choose between direction and restoration; the Good Shepherd provides both.
Prayer for Today
Abba, I ask that you would mend their hearts closely together and be the center of their marriage. Lord we ask that they seek forgiveness for any wrong doing. We pray that they extend love and patience to one another and that the lines of communication,
sensitivity as well as understanding are once again opened. We ask that you will allow all the pain, hurt and disappointment to begin to subside. Lord we ask that forgiveness is welcomed by each of them. Lord we ask that
you would allow your JOY to flow once again from heart to heart between them. Father we ask that you direct them as they seek you first in building trust, transparency and intimacy. Father we pray peace over their household,
in the name of Jesus, Amen.
sensitivity as well as understanding are once again opened. We ask that you will allow all the pain, hurt and disappointment to begin to subside. Lord we ask that forgiveness is welcomed by each of them. Lord we ask that
you would allow your JOY to flow once again from heart to heart between them. Father we ask that you direct them as they seek you first in building trust, transparency and intimacy. Father we pray peace over their household,
in the name of Jesus, Amen.
Amen.