Father,
You care about my suffering.
You do not dismiss or despise my suffering. You care about the hardship and sorrow found in the world. I believe that, Lord, even though I don't see it now. The Psalms say that You keep all my tears in a bottle (Psalm 56:8), that every hair on my head is numbered. In the time of sorrow, it is not answers that count but Your compassionate presence that heals me. Amen.
(From "Everyday Prayers for Everyday Cares")

6 Arise, O Lord, in anger! Stand up against the fury of my enemies! Wake up, my God, and bring justice! 7 Gather the nations before you. Rule over them from on high. 8 The Lord judges the nations. Declare me righteous, O Lord, for I am innocent, O Most High! 9 End the evil of those who are wicked, and defend the righteous. For you look deep within the mind and heart, O righteous God.
10 God is my shield, saving those whose hearts are true and right.
Psalm 7 New Living Translation

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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2 Samuel 14:1-20 – Acts 21:1-14 – Mark 10:1-16