Father,
I find lessons of wisdom in Your creation.
Thank You, Lord, for the beautiful world You have created. When I find myself distracted and unsettled, help me to take in the wonders around me so I gain a new perspective. I will look at the leaves on the trees and marvel at the changing seasons. I will pluck a wild flower and praise You for the startling detail You place in everything You have created. The birds will remind me that I also have a song to sing. Thank You for the beauty and wisdom You have placed in the world. Amen.
(From "Everyday Prayers for Everyday Cares")

1 I lift up my eyes to you,
to you whose throne is in heaven.
2 As the eyes of slaves look to the hand of their master,
as the eyes of a maid look to the hand of her mistress,
so our eyes look to the LORD our God,
till he shows us his mercy.
3 Have mercy on us, O LORD, have mercy on us,
for we have endured much contempt.
4 We have endured much ridicule from the proud,
much contempt from the arrogant.
Psalm 123 New International Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary
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1 Kings 13:1-10 – Philippians 1:1-11 - Mark 15:40-47