Thursday 31st March
Jeremiah 14
Ps 56, 57
Hebrews 7.1–10
John 8.31–47
The psalmist is in deepest despair, his faith tested to the limit. He pleads in anguish for God's help, while lions, arrows and fire surround him. It is no wonder that his faith is in doubt and that he is afraid. In spite of his fears, he continues to praise God, taking refuge in the shadow of His wings, trusting that He will answer his cry and provide for his needs. His praise is not only in prayer but also in song, with musical accompaniment from the psaltery and harp. He knows that, in spite of his deepest fears, God will not forsake him. He renews his own strength through his belief in God's mercy. What an example of courage and faith for us today, as we live in increasingly troubled times.
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