Subject: Devotional | December 14 | week review (full)

Formation

Below is a summary of the scripture readings from this week. Take a moment to reflect upon what you read or catch up on any chapters you may have missed. Give thanks because the Lord of the Sabbath invites you to enter into his rest.


Collect

Almighty God, who after the creation of the world rested from all his works and sanctified a day of rest for all his creatures: Grant that we, putting away all earthly anxieties, may be duly prepared for the service of your sanctuary, and that our rest here upon earth may be a preparation for the eternal rest promised to your people in heaven; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. (BCP 99)


Praying the Psalms

Psalm 28
To you, Lord, I call; you are my Rock, do not turn a deaf ear to me. For if you remain silent, I will be like those who go down to the pit.

Psalm 29
Ascribe to the Lord, you heavenly beings, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.

Psalm 30
I will exalt you, Lord, for you lifted me out of the depths and did not let my enemies gloat over me.

Psalm 31
In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness.

Psalm 32
Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven, whose sins are covered.

Psalm 33
Sing joyfully to the Lord, you righteous; it is fitting for the upright to praise him.

Psalm 34
I will extol the Lord at all times; his praise will always be on my lips.

Psalm 35
Contend, Lord, with those who contend with me; fight against those who fight against me.

Psalm 36
I have a message from God in my heart concerning the sinfulness of the wicked: There is no fear of God before their eyes.

Psalm 37:1-19
Do not fret because of those who are evil or be envious of those who do wrong;


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