The Lord is compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, abounding in love. He will not always accuse, nor will he harbour his anger forever; he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us. As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him; for he knows how we are formed, he remembers that we are dust.

 

Father God, we are so grateful that we are your beloved daughters and sons. Every reminder of your great love to us gives us strength to persevere and continue to move forward in faith, taking risks that are presented to us. Thank you, Lord.

AMEN