Day 26 — Isaiah 36:1-37:7 Threats shouted, faith tested Opening prayer Sovereign Lord, when I feel under pressure and tempted to panic, please steady my heart
This Sunday, some of us will be running through the streets of Lindfield in the local fun run. I am looking forward to it, though my own ambitions are modest: finish upright, smile occasionally, and avoid needing pastoral care at the end…
Day 25 — Isaiah 35:1-10 The desert sings for joy Opening prayer Heavenly Father, when I feel weary, fearful, or far from home, please refresh my
Day 24 — Isaiah 34:1-17 The wilderness of judgment Opening prayer Holy God, as I read this hard passage, please keep me from looking away from
Day 23 — Isaiah 32:1- 33:24 A King will reign, a people restored Opening prayer Lord God, in a world of failed leaders and fragile hopes,
Day 22 — Isaiah 30:1-31:9 Running to Egypt, returning to God Opening prayer Merciful Father, please show me today where I am tempted to run for
Day 21 — Isaiah 28:1- 29:24 Woe to pride, wonder from God Opening prayer Holy Lord, please help me today to hear your word humbly and
This week I went to the movies and saw The Devil Wears Prada 2. So, as a change from my usual note, I want to be a little light-hearted and reflect on the film from a Christian standpoint, hopefully without giving away the plot…