Hebrews 10:19-25; Psalm 24:1-9; Mark 4:21-25

rousing
one another
to love
and good works
we allow
God’s light
to shine through us
using His infinite love
and generosity
as our measure
in all that we do
we live with faith
courage
gratitude
and compassion
forgiving everything
for God’s sake

What is your measure?
What is God’s measure?

Mark 4:1-20

seed sown
in the dark
rich soil
of God’s love
grows
deep roots
into God’s mystery
nourished
by His word
showered
by the clear waters
of faith
drawn
to the Light
of Presence
one with
God’s breath
we bear
God’s fruit
of justice
mercy
and love

Do you have deep roots into the mystery of God’s love?

Hebrews 10: 1-10; Psalm 40: 2-11; Mark 3: 31-35

no sacrifice
no law
can replace
God’s will
God’s love
of all
written
in flesh
and blood
in hearts
alive
beating
and breathing
a common
Good
in our humanity
and divinity
In Christ
brothers
and sisters
mothers
and fathers
we walk humbly
with a song
of joy
on our lips

Do you see love as God’s will for you?
What is love?

Hebrews 9:15,24-28; Psalm 98: 1-6; Mark 3:22-30

Holy Spirit
word of life
making all things new
a song
arises
from our heart
and soul
as we experience
the gifts
of your ways
love
joy
peace
generosity
patience
faithfulness
self-control
we live
within the power
of your being
that sets things right
no one can deny
your Presence
and live
for you are life
itself

Do you live within the power of the Holy Spirit?
How do you know?

Neh: 2-6; 8-10, Ps 19:8-10, 15; Cor 12:12-30; Luke: 1:1-4, 4:14-21)

one body
made
one spirit
moving
within His ways
our heart beats
our eyes see
our hands hold
His love
passed from one
another
His law enfleshed
our hearts rejoice
His pure sight
enlightens
and weeping
is no more
we feast
with Him
sending portions
to those who
have nothing
setting free
the captives
setting liberty for
the oppressed
this joy of the Lord
is our strength

Is his law alive in your heart?
Can you see with his eyes?
Is his joy your strength?

2 Timothy 1: 1-8; Psalm 96: 1-10; Mark 3: 22-30

stir
the flames
of faith
given
by the Holy Spirit
who did not
give
a spirit of
cowardice
but of power
self control
and love
once seen
cannot be
denied
we sing
of the glory
passed on
through
generations
living
now

What keeps your faith alive?

Hebrews 8: 6-13; Psalm 85: 8-14; Mark 3: 13-19

waiting
and praying
for healing
and new life
to fulfill
His promise
of love
and peace
in our hearts
we are called
to where
truth and kindness
meet
where justice
and peace
are one
sprung
from the earth
showered
from heaven
placed in our heart
the knowledge
of His love
is completed
we go forth
with good news
for all the earth

How do you respond to His call?

Hebrews 7:25-8:6; Psalm 40:7-17; Mark 3:7-12

law written
within my heart
I press my ear
to the sound
of its beating
feeling the pulse
of its steady rhythm
set to the pace
of God’s existence
in me
marveling at
its faithfulness
to my day to day
setting the flow
and pace
of love
in my life
enduring
and pressing back
against all
that would break it
or harden it
thankful
for this sacred chamber
and holy place
of prayer in me

What is written in your heart?

Hebrews 7: 1-3, 15-17; Psalm 110: 1-4; Mark 3: 1-6

we come
before you
author of Peace
with
outstretched
hand
knowing
our need
you heal us
and we feel
the power
of Life
holy splendor
falling on us
like the dew
the power
of a life
that cannot
be destroyed
one in you
without beginning
or end

Do you feel the power of His Life?
Has God taken and healed your outstretched hand?

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

you are
an anchor
for our soul
sure
and firm
reaching
beyond
into
the heart
of God
where
we find
all we need
in love
fed
we work
tirelessly
in this
given
love
which
we return
most graciously
to you
through
another

Is all of your hope in the promises of God?
How do you return the love that has been given?