TODAY'S PROVERBS FROM THE LIVING BIBLE

"Reverence for God gives life, happiness, & protection from harm." (19:21)

"It is an honor for a man to say out of a fight. Only fools insist on quarreling." (20:3)

GUILT & GRACE

"Guilt is real. The Bible shows us our guilt, but it also reveals a gracious God who forgives us." Philip W. Williams, Men's Devotional Bible

PRAYER

"When you stop to collect your thoughts during the day, that tiny break presents more than a chance to rest or reflect. It is an opportunity for the Holy Spirit to 'bring to your remembrance all that [Christ has] said to you' (John 14:26). Many Christians say quick prayers of 'Thanks!' 'Help!' & 'Mercy!' at unscheduled breaks, but even a minute is enough time to incorporate what Christ says into our daily lives. Return to the Word by asking, 'How is God connected to my concerns?' Collect your thoughts & apply God's promise to your daily life in specific terms." Mary Moerbe, The LutheranWitness, Feb. 2021

IT'S STILL EASTER SEASON!

Make Songs of Joy, LW #132, Sts. 1, 2, 3

"Make songs of joy to Christ our head; Alleluia! He lives again who once was dead! Alleluia!

"Our life was purchased by His loss; Alleluia! He died our death upon the cross. Alleluia!

"O death, where is your deadly sting? Alleluia! Assumed by our triumphant King! Alleluia!"