Tuesday, January 12 — Psalm 9:1–10
Genesis 12:10–13:18; Matthew 5:27–42
One who rules over people justly, ruling in the fear of God, is like the light of morning, like the sun rising on a cloudless morning. 2 Samuel 23:3–4
Keep watch over yourselves and over all the flock, of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Acts 20:28
Gentle Shepherd, you grant us your authority of love. In every way that we find ourselves in authority over others, let us take your example and lead in gentleness and love. Amen.