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Suggested Bible Readings*

 

Sunday 7/06

Matthew 11:16-19; 25-30
Prayer of the day: God, you graciously offer to carry my burdens; strengthen me to trust in your care. Amen
Prayer concern: Those stuck in the past

Monday 7/07
Jeremiah 27:1-11, 16-22
Prayer of the day: Creator God, make us ever mindful of our responsibility to serve you through faithful stewardship of the earth. Amen
Prayer concern: Scientists
Tuesday 7/08
Jeremiah 28:10-17
Prayer of the day: Sovereign God, help us sort through the words we hear daily; and listen to those individuals who seek to descern and communicate your truth. Amen
Prayer concern: Candidates for public office
Wednesday 7/09

Jeremiah 13:1-11
Prayer of the day: Creator of all beauty, help me to know what is worthy of worship in my life. Amen
Prayer concern: Naturalists and par rangers

Thursday 7/10

Isaiah 55:10-13
Prayer of the day: O God, by your Spirit, help me respond to your love by using the gifts I have received with gratitude and hope. Amen
Prayer concern: Artists

Friday 7/11

Psalm 65:(1-8) 9-13
Prayer of the day: Nurturing One, shower us with living water that nourishes the seed of new life. Amen
Prayer concern: Those starting new ventures in life

Saturday 7/12

Romans 8:1-11
Prayer of the day: Loving God, help me honor the body you have given me. Amen
Prayer concern: Spiritual counselors

Sunday 7/13
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Prayer of the day: Loving Gardener, thank you for the seed of your word and the spiritual soil in which it can grow. Guide us as we plant, nurture, grow and harvest the fruits of your kingdom. Amen
Prayer concern: Those contemplating a call to preach
Monday 7/14
1 Thessalonians 4:1-8
Prayer of the day: God of justice, give us the courage to follow the teaching of your Son. Amen
Prayer concern: Those living in the midst of war
Tuesday 7/15
Ephesians 4:17-5:2
Prayer of the day: Help me, Jesus, to let go of old ways that stand in the way of my renewal as a child of God. Amen
Prayer concern: Those facing significant change
Wednesday 7/16

Matthew 13:10-17
Prayer of the day: Lord, guide and teach us in our witness to others. Amen
Prayer concern: Those who disregard the gospel

Thursday 7/17

Isaiah 44:6-8
Prayer of the day: Creator God, help us worship you in spirit and in truth. Amen
Prayer concern: Deliverance from our idols

Friday 7/18

Psalm 86:11-17
Prayer of the day: "On my heart imprint your image, blessed Jesus, king of grace" (ELW 811). Amen
Prayer concern: Judges and juries

Saturday 7/19

Romans 8:12-25
Prayer of the day: Spirit of Christ, lead us every day of our lives. Amen
Prayer concern: Those struggling with addiction

*as found in the 'Christ In Our Home - Light for Today' periodical, published by Augsburg Fortress