Giver of forgiveness and life, thank you for your willingness to forgive even when I feel unforgivable. Lord, I confess that I have sinned and fallen short of deserving your grace. Yet, you come to me and forgive my sins, which are many. Thank you for such a awesome gift. May I live my life as one who forgives. Amen.
(From "Daily Texts")

1 Contend, O LORD, with those who contend with me;
fight against those who fight against me.
2 Take up shield and buckler;
arise and come to my aid.
3 Brandish spear and javelin against those who pursue me.
Say to my soul, "I am your salvation."
4 May those who seek my life be disgraced and put to shame;
may those who plot my ruinbe turned back in dismay.
5 May they be like chaff before the wind,
with the angel of the LORD driving them away;
6 may their path be dark and slippery,
with the angel of the LORD pursuing them.
Psalm 119 New International Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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Deuteronomy 7:6-11 – Titus 1:1-16 – John 1:29-34