If we forgive other people, our hearts are made fit to receive forgiveness.

Hold loosely to the things of this life, so that if God requires them of you, it will be easy to let them go.

You never so touch the ocean of God's love as when you forgive and love your enemies.

I prayed to dispel my fear, until suddenly, and I do not know how the idea came to me, I began to pray for others. I prayed for everyone who came into my thoughts - - people with whom I had traveled, those who had been in prison with me, my school friends of years ago. I do not know how long I continued my prayer, but this I do know - - my fear was gone! Interceding for others had released me!

Lord, we claim your strength to serve you, no matter what our circumstances may be. Amen.

The tree on the mountain takes whatever the weather brings. If it has any choice at all, it is in putting down roots as deeply as possible."---Each New Day

Discernment is God's call to intercession, never to faultfinding.