Thursday, 3 April 2014

Day 26 1 Kings 21 v 1-29 Naboth's Vineyard

1 Kings 21 v 1-29 Naboth's Vineyard 
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There is much evil in the world. Each day as we watch the news, we are reminded all too graphically of what happens in the darkness. Sin leads to death, suffering, hurt and destruction. Today's reading shows how the selfishness and greed of those in authority lead to the scheming and murder of an innocent man.


When we watch the news today, what is our response? Is it to shake our heads and mutter how awful it all is? Or do we pray for God's protection of the weak, his presence and peace near those who suffer, and strength for those whose lives are affected so profoundly? Choose to watch or listen to the news today, and pray for what is presented as the Holy Spirit guides you.

Merciful Lord,
absolve your people from their offences,
that through your bountiful goodness
we may all be delivered from the chains of those sins
which by our frailty we have committed;
grant this, heavenly Father,
for Jesus Christ's sake, our blessed Lord and Saviour.

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