This week, we’re focusing on prayer as we reflect on Jesus’ example and commandments, praying through selected verses from John and Exodus.

His disciples did not understand these things at first, but when Jesus was glorified, then they remembered that these things had been written about him and had been done to him.

— John 12:16

Prayer

Lord,

How many times, and in how many ways did you make yourself known to your people, casting our doubts and fears before you, but they did not hear it. Disciples, Kings, Judges, Prophets, Priests, and all peoples, they heard but did not understand. Now in these days, you have made yourself known through your son.

And yet they still do not hear.

You have been glorified, and our hearts are now mesmerised by that glory,As we gaze upon you again this morningbring to mind those evidences of your splendour.Those things that were written,All those things which you have done.

Give us faith for those miracles you have yet to do,Tales of which are known only to you,but have yet to be written in the annals of earth.

Amen

Today’s Readings

John 12, Psalm 31, Exodus 27-29, 1 Chronicles 4:11-15

Recommended Media

I have three journals in my eye line right now, along with another dozen or so scripture journals, most of which are largely empty. That isn’t to say that journalling is boring, or unhelpful, just that it can be daunting at times—…and buying journals is a hobby all of its own.

This video talks about benefits and uses of journals, through stories of journalling throughout history, as well as his personal journey.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HCmv6aDYbQ&list=WL&index=10

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