Today is May 20th.

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you.

Take a moment and quiet yourself. Take a deep breath. Welcome God's presence and say, "Come, Holy Spirit."

Today's reading is from Psalm 133.

How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity.
It is like precious oil poured on the head,
running down on the beard,
running down on Aaron's beard,
down on the collar of his robe.
It is as if the dew of her men were falling on Mount Zion.
For there the Lord bestows His blessing, even life forevermore.

This Psalm beautifully illustrates the blessing of unity among God's people and in our relationships. This imagery of precious oil running down Aaron's beard, it signifies an anointing and a special consecration. This unity is not just pleasant but sacred and holy. Reflect for a moment on the relationships in your life. Your family, friends, church, and community. How are you contributing to fostering whole and healthy relationships? How is the spirit to highlight any relationship that needs a touch of His grace?

The Psalm also compares unity to the dew of her men falling on Mount Zion symbolizing refreshment and life. Just as dew nourishes the land, unity among God's people brings life and vitality to our relationships. As you hear the passage read again, reflect on the blessing of unity in your own life and your relationships.

How good and pleasant it is when God's people live together in unity.
It is like precious oil poured on the head,
running down on the beard, 
running down on Aaron's beard,
down on the collar of his robe.
It is as if the dew of her men were falling on Mount Zion.
For there the Lord bestows His blessing, even life forevermore.

Is there someone with whom you've had a disagreement? Someone that you could reach out to? Someone God is inviting you to move toward to foster connection and unity? Today could you make a gesture of kindness or share a word of encouragement and blessing? Pray for God's guidance and blessing as you seek to build connection and unity among your relationships.

Lord God, Almighty and everlasting Father, you have brought me in safety to this new day.
Preserve me with your mighty power that I may not fall into sin, nor be overcome by adversity, and in all I do, direct me to the fulfilling of your purpose through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.