Devotions for Wednesday 9th June

Thank You, Lord God, for those apparently small but important things that can make our day and lift our spirits.  Smiles exchanged between friends, the sharing of food and drink, brief conversations that set our minds at rest, or words of encouragement passed on to good effect.  As we both receive and give these blessings, may we give You praise for all You do to give us the support and encouragement we need.  AMEN

Prayer ideas

Let the Holy Spirit guide your voice, your words, yours sentences and the subjects of your prayers.

On-going prayers

• Pray for Afghanistan.  Pray for the Afghan people and their various tribal groupings. Pray that their government will bring them together
• Give thanks to God for the blessing of love in all its forms
• Pray about the arms trade across the world, and pray against the illegal weapons trade that feeds much conflict in the world

What appears superb can sometimes let you down;

What comes across as grand may lack essential quality;

What looks impressive may hide too many faults;

And what seems to be important may well be insignificant.

Why is it that even though these things are known,

Still, luxury and extravagance are glamorised by all.

Yet Jesus teaches all who follow Him, without reserve,

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for they posses His Kingdom.

What appears ordinary can prove to be impressive;

What comes across as simple may be found to be wise;

What looks small may have importance beyond its size;

And what seems meek may well be an example to all.

Select your Bible study for today:

    Use the recommended study for today                choose from a range of possible options                  (a third option will appear in due course)

Amos 9:1-10