Monday, June 5 — Psalm 72:1–11
Proverbs 26; 2 Corinthians 7:13b–8:9
The Lord God has given me the tongue of disciples, that I may know how to sustain the weary one with a word. Isaiah 50:4 (NASB)
Paul wrote: We may be able to console those who are in any affliction with the consolation with which we ourselves are consoled by God. 2 Corinthians 1:4
We come to you, Father, seeking strength and wisdom to be of help for those who are in need. Some are sick and some are sad, some are hungry and some are homeless. Show us the way, O Father, and help us to use our resources to alleviate the suffering of your people. Amen.