O God, whose image we bear and whose name we carry, yours is the world and all it contains. Recall us to our true allegiance, so that above the powers and rulers of this world you alone may claim our fullest loyalty and love. We make our prayer through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God for ever and ever.

Amen

1 Fret not yourself because of evildoers;

   be not envious of wrongdoers!

2For they will soon fade like the grass

   and wither like the green herb.

3 Trust in the LORD, and do good;

   dwell in the land and befriend faithfulness.

4 Delight yourself in the LORD,

   and he will give you the desires of your heart.

5 Commit your way to the LORD;

   trust in him, and he will act.

6 He will bring forth your righteousness as the light,

   and your justice as the noonday

Psalm 37 – English Standard Version

Readings for today from the Daily Lectionary

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Micah 5:1–4, 10–15 - Revelation 9:1–12 - Luke 10:25–37