Friday, March 28 — Psalm 40:1–8
Esther 8:1–9:17; Romans 10:1–13
Like birds hovering overhead, so the Lord of hosts will protect Jerusalem; he will protect and deliver it; he will spare and rescue it. Isaiah 31:5
Jesus said to the disciples, “Go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. As you go, proclaim the good news, ‘The kingdom of heaven has come near.’” Matthew 10:6-7
Loving Shepherd, you hold us tenderly in your embrace. Just as we have received your protection and comfort, open our eyes to those around us, and grant us courage to proclaim the good news, so that they, too, may know the grace and hope of your eternal love. Yea, our lot is blessed. Alleluia! Amen.