Faith and Works Must Go Together

Sunday, August 16 Faith and Works Must Go Together James 2:14-26  NRSV So faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead.  James 2:17 Through its missions, the Church must exhibit the very message it preaches.

Received God’s Mercy by Showing Mercy

Saturday, August 15 Inequality contributes to suffering throughout the entire earth. When we pray, remember how inequality restricts access to basic universal necessities, even as we enjoy the freedom of choosing food and basic needs. Received God’s Mercy by Showing...

Works Guided by Loyalty to God

Friday, August 14 Works Guided by Loyalty to God Deuteronomy 6:4-9  NRSV Recite them to your children and talk about them when you are at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you rise.  Deuteronomy 6:7 Model your faith, it may lead to intentional...

Devoted to Good Works, Avoiding Distractions

Thursday, August 13 Devoted to Good Works, Avoiding Distractions Titus 3:1-2, 8-11 NRSV But avoid stupid controversies, genealogies, dissensions, and quarrels about the law, for they are unprofitable and worthless.  Titus 3:9 How can we be credible witnesses for unity...

Forgive Others like God Forgave You

Wednesday, August 12 Today is recognized as International Youth Day. Let us remember the importance of youth, not only for the future, but for their role in saving this present age. Pray that youth will have every opportunity to excel and succeed in all areas of life....

Spies Saved by Rahab’s Quick Actions

Tuesday, August 11 Spies Saved by Rahab’s Quick Actions Joshua 2:1-7  NRSV She had, however brought them up to the roof and hidden them with the stalks of flax that she had laid out on the roof.  Joshua 2:6 Sometimes we have to take risks, especially when we believe...
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