Archive for 'Peace'

The Hidden Treasure

Matthew 13:44-46 Ex 34:29-35 / Psa 99: 5,6,7,9 The kingdom of heaven is like a treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that field. (Matthew 13:44) Where is the wisdom of having A life of [...]

The Peace of Jesus

John 16: 29-33 Acts 19: 1-8 / Psa 68 I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. (John 16:33) God’s mercy is beyond measure No cause to worry or to fear In times of [...]

The Peace of True Faith

John 14: 27-31a Acts 14:19-28 / Ps 145:10-13,21 Peace I bequeath to you, my own peace I give you, a peace which the world cannot give, this is my gift to you. Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid. (John 14:27) Do not be troubled or afraid If peace may seem so far [...]

Recognizing Jesus

Mark 6: 53-56 Gen 1: 1-19 / Psa 104 As soon as they got out of the boat, people recognized Jesus. (Mark 6:54) For our life we thank You, Jesus, And pledge to make others aware That Your healing that has freed us Comes from a faith that we must share. When they had crossed [...]

Jesus, Our Shepherd

Mark 6: 30-34 Heb 13:15-17,20-21 / Psa 23 When Jesus landed and saw the large crowd, He had compassion on them, because they were like sheep without a shepherd. (Mark 6:34) Are you burdened with anxiety? Afraid to face what lies ahead? Bring your troubles to God’s Sanctuary, To our Shepherd and Living Bread. The [...]

Love Conquers Fear

Mark 6: 45-52 1 Jn 4: 11-18 / Ps 72: 1-2, 10, 12-13 Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid. (Mark 6:50) Without love we fear the specter Of raging storms, wars, or disease; Let the love of our Protector, Jesus Christ put our hearts at ease. Immediately Jesus made His disciples get into [...]