Monday, November 9
Though We Sin, God is Patient
2 Peter 3:9-13

But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a loud noise, and the elements will be destroyed with fire, and the earth and everything that is done on it will be disclosed. 2 Peter 3:10 NRSVue

Live like each day matters more than the last.

Sunday, November 8
When All is Lost
1 Samuel 4:12-22

As she was about to die, the women attending her said to her, “Do not be afraid, for you have borne a son.” But she did not answer or give heed. 1 Samuel 4:20 NRSVue

When all seems lost, trust that God can still bring life and the hope of a future.

Saturday, November 7
God’s Judgement Is Sure
2 Corinthians 5:1-10

For all of us must appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each may receive due recompense for actions done in the body, whether good or evil. 2 Corinthians 5:10

Remember, our actions serve as evidence for and against us before others and ultimately before God.

Friday, November 6
Rejoice in God’s Glory
1 Samuel 6:13-18

Now the people of Beth-shemesh were reaping their wheat harvest in the valley. When they looked up and saw the ark, they went with rejoicing to meet it. 1 Samuel 6:13 NRSVue

Work while you wait to see the sign of God’s favor.

International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict
https://www.un.org/en/observances/environment-in-war-protection-day

Thursday, November 5
We Reap What We Sow
Galatians 6:1-10

If you sow to your own flesh, you will reap corruption from the flesh, but if you sow to the Spirit, you will reap eternal life from the Spirit. Galatians 6:8 NRSVue

The type of seeds you plant will influence the sort of harvest you experience.