– Johann Sebastian Bach

When I am tempted to find pride or purpose in anything else, let me hear the sweet, strong tone of your name, Prince of Peace. May it guide me and echo around every turn of my way. Shape my mouth to witness and praise. Amen.
(From "Daily Texts")

1 Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God.
Give me relief from my distress;
be merciful to me and hear my prayer.
2 How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame?
How long will you love delusions and seek false gods?
3 Know that the LORD has set apart the godly for himself;
the LORD will hear when I call to him.
4 In your anger do not sin;
when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.
5 Offer right sacrifices
and trust in the LORD.
6 Many are asking, "Who can show us any good?"
Let the light of your face shine upon us, O LORD.
Psalm 4 New International Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
(click on underlined link to go directly to the reading):
Joshua 24:16-23 – Romans 16:1-16 – Matthew 27:24-31