This is the Lord’s doing; it is marvelous in our eyes. This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it! –Psalm 118:23-24
Maker of days,
We rejoice in your creation, are glad for each and every day. We know that all that we have, all that there is, and all that there ever will be comes from you. For this, we give thanks. We confess, though, that it is easy to become despondent and turn away from you. To doubt your presence among us when our journey is difficult.
But we know, that even on Jesus’ journey to the cross, even during his crucifixion, you were there. You were there. You were there.
And so you are here. Here with us as we grieve, as we cry, as we face illness and loneliness. In our darkest days, you are here with us, wrapping us in your abundant arms. You are here.
Help us, this Lent, to remember to call on your presence each and every day. Even, and especially, the darkest days. And let us say with confidence: This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it!
Gladly we pray,
Amen.
Kate Floyd
