Lord, I come to you in the chill of morning longing to be warmed by your presence. I am grateful for the time set apart to be with you and know that you choose to be with me. I come empty and ask you to fill me with the peace that you so generously provide. [...]
Generous God, I praise you. I wait as dawn pushes the darkness away to make room for the day. While all is still quiet, I am surrounded by the calm of your presence. You alone are with me through all times and in all places. You are the one in whom I find my rest. [...]
Holy One, I come with a quiet heart and willing spirit. I want to follow your wishes and seek your guidance. Yet, Lord, it feels like even when I try to be obedient, I miss the mark. Forgive my stubbornness and teach my heart a new beat. Help me to walk as you would have [...]
To you who are the beginning and the end, I come with a gratitude. In the midst of darkened skies, you pour your light upon me. I know it is you who calls the morning dove to greet the sun at daybreak. It is you who watches over the lions and the lambs, as well [...]
Generous God, I see you in the sky as the night gives way to the rising sun. I can hear you in the whistling of the wind, saying it’s time to awaken. I feel you in the fog as it caresses the air and ground. You are everywhere surrounding and upholding me. I am safe [...]
Lord of all creation, we praise you for the beauty of our earth. Every star shines your perfect light upon a world that needs to trust in your power. In the midst of darkness, when fear creeps into our hearts, your light finds us. We are not hidden from you, despite our attempts to hide. [...]
Creator, before the world existed you were. I praise you for choosing to call the universe into order. I thank you for your love which is so vast that you desired to form us and call us your children. I am grateful and I am in awe. You love me…even when I am unlovable. You [...]
Lord of all, I thank you for your mercy and grace. In the moments when I feel like I have failed you, you let me know that I am loved. You shower compassion upon me and give me peace, even when I don’t deserve it. I feel you in sadness and in my joy. I [...]
“Be still and know…” Psalm 46:10a In the stillness, I come to you, O God. In those moments when there is no answer and nowhere to turn, I come to you. When I wonder what to do and there are so many directions to turn, I come. I call to you but waiting is hard. [...]
“Haven’t I commanded you: be strong and courageous? Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 I praise you in the storm when all has gone astray. I praise you not for the storm but for keeping your promise to be with me. When [...]
