Scripture: Psalm 147, Luke 22:54-62
Focus Verse: Psalm 147:3
God heals the brokenhearted, bandages their wounds and is a stronghold in times of trouble.
Commentary: O what a night! So much has happened! Jesus has spent so much time with the disciples, trying to prepare them for the events that will unfold … Jesus knew Peter would be tested to his limits, Jesus knew Peter would deny knowing him, and Jesus knew it would break Peter’s heart that he did not have the strength on his own to stand up for Jesus in his time of need. Yet, what an example for us that Peter could fail so miserably yet accept the forgiveness that God offered him so he could grow beyond that moment of denial to become a great leader in the church.
Psalm 147 is a psalm of praise that highlights God's character and divine action leading us to know that God is intimately interested in our life and well-being. This is a beautiful song to remember that God cares for us, is always with us and protects us when we are in times of struggle.
Reflection: Have you ever been brokenhearted when you fell short of what you expected of yourself? How did that make you feel in your heart? How has God been your stronghold in times of trouble, trouble that you brought on yourself or troubled that came because of other circumstances.
If music is a spiritual pathway for you, listen as Lauren Daigle sings “Rescue.” Here is her beautiful story behind the song: “I wrote Rescue with a loved one in mind so this makes that one of the most personal songs I’ve ever been a part of. I remember getting this vision about a girl who was caught in a really desperate situation. She was running to all of these vices in order to find just an element of hope or just something to keep her in the process of this desperation. And in came walking down the hall Jesus. And instead of judging her for maybe some of the actions she had chosen that were really painful and difficult, He sat with her in the midst of it all. He didn’t try to fix her, He just was with her.” ~Lauren Daigle
Intercessory and Breath Prayer:
Healing God, thank your for your grace and mercy. We pray for all who need healing in body, mind, or spirit and ask your comfort for them, their families and those who care for them. Rescue, O God, all those who feel so lost they aren't sure how to find you.
Breathing in … God of the Brokenhearted
Breathing out … Hear our Prayer
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