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Opening Prayer: Eternal One, let me understand my end and how brief my earthly existence is; help me realize my life is fleeting. You have determined the length of my days, and my life is nothing compared to You. Even the longest life is only a breath.

     In truth, each of us journeys through life like a shadow. We busy ourselves accomplishing nothing, piling up assets we can never keep; We can’t even know who will end up with those things. In light of all this, Lord, what am I really waiting for? You are my hope. (Psalm 39:4-7, The Voice)

Scripture: Psalm 39:4-7

Journal: What does this scripture do within you?  Where does it lead you?  Toward sorrow and despair, or toward hope and resolution?  Why?  Where is your hope these days?

Reflection:

Dear Jim,

     Since life is so incredibly short, here is what I want you to do today: Laugh more.  Love more.  Worry less.  Take yourself less seriously.  Lighten up.  Enjoy.  Savor.  Bring joy and delight to others.

                                                                        Love,

                                                                        Jesus

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Closing Prayer: O Lord, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how fleeting I am! Behold, you have made my days a few handbreadths, and my lifetime is as nothing before you. Surely all mankind stands as a mere breath!

     Surely a man goes about as a shadow! Surely for nothing they are in turmoil; man heaps up wealth and does not know who will gather! And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you. (Psalm 39:4-7, ESV)