Scripture Reading
Isaiah 50:4
The Lord GOD has given me the tongue of those who are taught, that I may know how to sustain with a word him who is weary. Morning by morning he awakens; he awakens my ear to hear as those who are taught.
Reflection
Before we can speak a sustaining word to others, we must first be taught. The servant in Isaiah returns every morning to be taught by God before going out to help anyone. Our capacity to strengthen others is directly tied to our willingness to first be still and listen. Come to him each morning before you go out to serve.
Prayer for Today
Dear Father, there is a season and time for everything in this world. Today you have granted us a chance to celebrate the life of our loved one, and we want to say thank you. Even though we are finding it hard to accept what has happened, we know that
everything works out together for good. Father, give us the peace that surpasses all understanding as we start this funeral program. Give us the strength to share the beautiful moments that we shared with [name], our beloved
departed. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
everything works out together for good. Father, give us the peace that surpasses all understanding as we start this funeral program. Give us the strength to share the beautiful moments that we shared with [name], our beloved
departed. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Amen.