January 5, 2021
Tuesday’s Thoughts on Scripture comes from Psalm 29, verse 11: O Lord, give strength to your people; give them, O Lord, the blessings of peace. (ELW Psalms Resources)
These are difficult times. We just heard again last evening of the death of another friend (the second in three days). Yes, he was 92, had lived a great life and was a significant presence in the lives of many. Yes, there are great memories. But yes, there is sadness. There is even a weakness as the death of another person we care about and admire takes a bit of our heart with them. All those weaknesses become cumulative. We feel a need to be re-strengthened and reminded of God’s love and presence.
We are not alone in our feelings. The year 2020 was just one thing after another for so many, and the turning of the calendar did not stop the pains and losses. Therefore, this verse from Psalm 29 comes at an appropriate time. We can rest assured that God does give us strength. God does bring us peace. God IS strength and peace, and the blessing is an assurance of God’s presence with us always.
Almighty God, bring strength and a measure of peace to the person reading this now. Remind them you are with them always. Amen.
Blessings. And prayers.
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