THIS WEEK’S SCRIPTURES

Monday, June 23: Psalm 59; 2 Kings 9:1-13; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31;

Tuesday, June 24: Psalm 59; 2 Kings 9:14-26; Ephesians 2:11-22;

Wednesday, June 25: Psalm 59; 2 Kings 9:30-37; Luke 9:37-43a;

Thursday, June 26: Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20; 1 Kings 22:29-40, 51-53; 2 Corinthians 13:5-10;

Friday, June 27: Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20; 2 Kings 1:1-12; Galatians 4:8-20;

Saturday, June 28: Psalm 77:1-2, 11-20; 2 Kings 1:13-18; 2:3-5; Luke 9:21-27;

QUESTIONS FOR REFLECTION

Think of the many ways in which people are “chained” and how the word of God speaks differently to those prisons. What specific constraint is in your own life for which you might pray that the Holy Spirit show you a path toward freedom?

MORNING PRAYER

Gracious and loving God, we give you thanks for protection through the night

and for your presence throughout the day. Clothe us with mercy toward those we meet. Render us the courage and calm we need to face the tasks of the present and to prepare for the challenges to come. Guard us this day so that we learn to give thanks at all times. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

EVENING PRAYER

Almighty and gracious God, we give you thanks for this day of work and play,

for study and chores, for time with our family and friends, and for time to be alone. Bring us now to the peace of mind that lets us rest in you. Refresh us with your care so that we may rise in the morning with joy. Amen.