Sabbath rest for sheep: John 10:1-21

Dear Jesus, We come to you today as sheep — not very wise, not very powerful, without much influence in the world, but creatures that you love. You call each of us by name, you bring us out to be near you, and you yourself lead us through this world as our shepherd. So, Lord,…

On God’s closeness: Matthew 9:1-17

Blessed are you, LORD our God, King of the universe — Out of nothing, you brought all existence, Out of chaos you brought order, Out of the bare earth, you brought life. LORD God, King of the universe, Your are above all, beyond all, you stand outside all time and space — you alone are…