The Word and The World

For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory. Amen.

“1 The earth is the LORD’s and all that is in it, the world, and those who live in it…

10 Who is this King of glory? The LORD of hosts, he is the King of glory.” – Psalm 24:1,10

Somehow, it seems fitting to me that the Lord’s Prayer closes with a strong reaffirmation that we are God’s. It is a reaffirmation that God is the King of all and ruler of the universe.

We, who are but mere children before God, have nothing and are nothing except for God’s mercy and grace. On our own we are incapable of earning God’s favor. But, through the intercession of Jesus Christ, we have an audience before God. We are given access to God and God’s love. It is unlimited access to unlimited love.

Amen, or “So be it” is all we can say to this wonder of wonders. You and I are favored to be recipients of God’s blessings and we are aware of this favor. We are also aware that the same blessing is offered and given to all, but not all are aware of it.

The challenge is remain aware of who we are and whose we are. We must acknowledge our place before God and ensure that others are aware of the mercies and grace they too receive from God Almighty. This is our task and our blessing. Amen – so be it!

Lord of all, we are your children and your servants. All we have and hope to be is a gift from you and we are grateful. Bless and encourage us as we share the Good News of life as your children today. This we ask in the name of Christ, our Lord. Amen.

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