Hebrews 6:10-20; Psalm 111:1-10; Mark 2:23-28

reaching
beyond
the veil
we find
an anchor
for our soul
within a realm
of blessing
and hope
a refuge
from all we are
reluctant to face
inspiring courage
and strength
to say
and do
what we must
to insure
a place of love
compassion
and care

Where is the anchor for your soul?

Heb 5:1-10; Psalm 110-1-4; Mark 2:18-22

beset by weakness Himself
He knows our own
waiting patiently
and with mercy
as we learn love arisen
from our suffering
we begin
a new story
with eyes and ears
set on Goodness
creating the peace
we long for
with a listening
attentive heart

To what do you listen?
Where do you find goodness?

1Samuel 3:3-10,19; Psalm 40:2-10; 1Cor 6:13-20; John 1:35-42

hearing
your calling
I awaken
seeking
the source of you
who writes
your will
upon my heart
returning
to the garden
where all
was created
as good
my body and soul
a temple
of you
Holy Spirit
of our being
I know
what I am looking for
and it is love
I have found it
in you

What are you looking for?
What have you found?

Hebrew 4:12-16; Psalm 19:8-15; Mark 2:13-17

called
to follow
the one
who knows
how to live
without sin
no moment
separate
from God
always able
to hear
the Holy Spirit’s word
living
and effective
sharper than
any two-edged sword
penetrating
even between
soul and spirit
discerning
reflections
and thoughts
of the heart
guiding us
through
the noise of temptations
to hear
the voice
of God

What voice do you hear?
Who do you follow?

Hebrews 4: 1-5, 11, Psalm 78: 3-8; Mark 2: 1-12

paralyzed
we are lowered
by the faith
of friends
into His Presence
sins are forgiven
infirmities
healed
we take up
our mat
and walk home
with complete trust
and faith
in God’s
compassion
and love
we live
in God’s rest

Do you have complete faith in God’s power?
Do you rest in God’s love?

Hebrews 3: 7-14; Psalm 95; 6-11; Mark 1: 40-45

today
is the day
we hear
His voice
and harden not
our hearts
to His words
of life and love
and healing touch
we encourage
one another
in faithfulness
that deceit
may not enter
and lead us
astray
no longer weary
and anxious
we enter
His rest
and feel
His support
and peace

Do you hear His voice today?
Have you entered His rest?

Heb 2:14-18; Psalm 105:1-9; Mark 1:29-39

with all simplicity
He saw
a need
and reached out
His hand
healing
what needed
to be healed
teaching
what needed
to be taught
sharing
a life
that came to Him
through prayer
fulfilling
His purpose
in God‘s love

How do you fulfill your purpose in God?

Hebrews 2:5-23; Psalm 8:2-9; Mark 1:21=28

by some
authority
He speaks
and the demons
that know Him
flee
and the healings come

who is this author
of God’s power
emergent one
of love
and justice–
that we know
when we see Him–
who we find
after seeking–
who demands All
as there is nothing
outside of God’s love

By what authority do you live?
Do you see all as embraced by God’s love?

Heb 1:1-6; Psalm 97:1-9; Mark 1:14-20

confronted by lies
on every side
we seek our hearts
for Truth
and find Him
the One
who claims the Spirit
and a time
of fulfillment
called to follow
we open our minds
and hearts
to the aliveness
and adventure
of this call
as heaven
proclaims the justice
of God’s love
of all

Where do you turn for Truth?
What calls you to life in the Spirit?

Mark 1: 7-11

the skies open
and a Holy Spirit
descends
on a beloved son
from a God
well pleased
he comes to me
as I wait
in anticipation
wondering
and waiting
for good news
of peace-
grasping
my hand
with no
partiality
He forms me
opening
my eyes and
setting me free
in the light
of His justice
His love for all
I share in
His good works
of blessing
and
healing

Do you accept the grasp of His hand?
Do you accept the blessing of peace?