Eighth Sunday after Pentecost
Watchword for the Week — God, turn to me and be gracious to me, as is your custom toward those who love your name. Psalm 119:132
Sunday, July 26 —1 Kings 3:5-12; Psalm 119:129-136
Romans 8:26-39; Matthew 13:31-33,44-52
Whoever is kind to the needy honors God. Proverbs 14:31 NIV
Jesus said, “Just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.” Matthew 25:40
Benevolent God, help us share our possessions with those in need, blessing them by sharing our blessings. Help us see ourselves in the eyes of the needy, so that we may truly be generous with our lives and our wealth. Amen.