Opening Prayer: O Lord, our God, when the seas are rough and
the winds are strong and we wonder how much longer we can hold on, help us to be
aware of your presence and your peace, and to focus on you rather than on the
storms. In the name of your Son, Jesus, we
pray. Amen.
Scripture: Mark 4:35-41
Journal: Are you more aware of the storms in your life these
days, or of the God who is with you in the midst of them? What keeps you from being aware of God? What is helping you be aware of God?
Reflection:
In these days of intense distraction, I find it
difficult to give my attention to any one thing. Multitasking, doing several things at once,
without paying attention to any one thing, seems to be the norm. However, when I am unable or unwilling to
stop and give my attention to a single task, all the tasks suffer. A phone conversation with a friend is
diminished when I am also checking my email.
A work task is done halfway when I attempt several chores at the same
time. And my connection with God suffers
if I’m meditating as I rush out the door on my way to work. What I value deserves my full attention.
God’s love nourishes our
attentiveness. When we are surrounded by
distractions, fear, or grief, God’s love pierces our fogs and brings us closer
to peace. (The Uncluttered Heart by Beth A. Richardson)
Prayer
Closing Prayer:
O
Lord, our God, you alone are able to give us peace in the midst of our
chaos. Give that peace this day. Say to our restless hearts, “Hush. Be Still.”
That we may know your heart and trust your hand. Amen.
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