Monday, May 21 — Psalm 68:1–6
Numbers 9:15–10:36; Mark 12:35–44
Those who oppress the poor insult their Maker. Proverbs 14:31
Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. Philippians 4:5
Loving God, you sent your beloved son to bring good news to the poor, release to the captives, recovery of sight to the blind, and freedom to the oppressed. Strengthen us to pursue righteousness, justice and peace in gentleness and love, serving you all our days. In the name of your son, our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.