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Prayer Suggestion| Almighty God, our Refuge and our Rock, your loving care knows no bounds and embraces all the peoples of the earth: Defend and protect those who fall victim to the forces of evil, and as we remember this day those who endured depredation and death because of who they were, not because of what they had done or failed to do, give us the courage to stand against hatred and oppression, and to seek the dignity and well-being of all for the sake of our Savior Jesus Christ, in whom you have reconciled the world to yourself; and who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Book of Common Prayer | Collects | Via Morning Prayer | English | https://www.missionstclare.com/ english/April/whole/morning/24m.html +++ Bible in Time | Saturday | Third Week in Easter | New Testament Study, Day 46 | It’s 52 c.e./a.d. Today - D ay 46 | 2 Thessalonians 1 Next - Day 47 | 2 Thessalonians 2 +++   My Thoughts on Today’s Session - Using NOAB5 per bel...

Prayer Suggestion | Speech is God’s gift. We shall have to account for it. It is through words we communicate with each other and that we reveal what we are. We haven’t the right to be silent, but speaking is a serious matter, and we must weigh our words in the sight of God. p. 69 | Prayers | Michael Quoist | ISBN 9780934134460 | © 1963 +++ Bible in Time | Friday | Third Week in Easter | New Testament Study, Day 45 | It’s 52 c.e./a.d. Today - Day 45 | Background | 2 Thessalonians | Revo. pp. 165 - 167 Next - Day 46 | 2 Thessalonians 1 +++ Edwards Thoughts on Today’s Session - Paul is four months in Corinth and writes 2 Thessalonians as a letter to adjust the thinking and faith of this church.   My Thoughts on Today’s Session - Mark Powell says 2 Thessalonians is a change in tone from the first letter. It’s a little harsh. Paul commends the church for standing up for the faith in the light of persecution. Those that persecute will get theirs in the end. “Day of the Lord” will c...

Prayer Suggestion | Grant, we pray, Almighty God, that we who celebrate with awe the Paschal feast may be found worthy to attain everlasting joys; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Book of Common Prayer | Collects | Lectionarypage.net +++ Bible in Time | Monday | Easter Monday | New Testament Study, Day 44 | It’s 51 c.e./a.d. Today - Day 41 | 1 Thessalonians 3 Next - Day 42 | 1 Thessalonians 4 Next Assignments Calendar +++ Edwards has asked us to read 1 Thessalonians. My Thoughts on Today’s Session - Using New Oxford Annotated Bible 5th Edition Notes. Paul continues ... Paul sends Timothy to build their faith during the persecutions. Timothy has brought good news about their deepening faith despite the times. Paul prays for them continuously in order to face any challenges.  Paul blesses them May God direct your ways May you grow in love with one another and for all Strengthen your hearts in holiness ...

Prayer Suggestion | God of Abundance, Through grace, we received your blessings of love and sacrifice.  Daily we are reminded of your gifts and, in turn, let us not be afraid to do the same. Give us courage and discernment for how we are being called to give back to our community. Bless these gifts as you have already blessed us, and use them to help further your kingdom. It is in your name that we pray. Amen. Justin Mauney, Second year M. Div. student at Luther Seminary, St. Paul, MN from Raleigh, North Carolina, USA. From a scholarship appeal from the Seminary. Bible in Time - Tuesday, Fourth Week of Epiphany | New Testament Study, Day 23 It’s 48 CE/a.d. Today: Acts 14 | Cont. | Revo. pp. 113 - 118 Tomorrow : Acts 14 - 15 | Revo. pp. 119 - 125 February Assignments Calendar +++ Revolution is a mood happening in the Holy Land under the domination of Rome. Edwards Book Key points - Roman guards burn a copy of the Torah. Creates fervor of discontent with the Roman ruler. Cumanus, Ro...