Monday, September 5, 2011
SCRIPTURE
Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.
(Romans 12:15)
REFLECTION
• As we approach the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001, how might we "weep with" those who are still grieving this tragic event?
• Looking back over the past ten years in the life of our nation and world, for what do we give thanks and rejoice? Where have you seen God's saving or reconciling work?
• Are there times when rejoicing may not be appropriate, or contrary to the demands of the gospel? Should we rejoice at the death of an enemy?
ACTION
• Offer prayers of thanksgiving for those who risked or gave their lives to rescue others on September 11, 2001; for those who have served their country in subsequent conflicts; for those who work for peace in the world.
• Offer prayers of intercession for those who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, or in the armed conflicts in that followed.
PRAYER
God of compassion, you know our triumphs and struggles, the heights and depths of human life. Hold us in your heart through times of sorrow and joy and help us to uphold one another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
September 11 Remembrance Devotional Resources? www.pcusa.org/september11/devotional
SCRIPTURE
Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep.
(Romans 12:15)
REFLECTION
• As we approach the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001, how might we "weep with" those who are still grieving this tragic event?
• Looking back over the past ten years in the life of our nation and world, for what do we give thanks and rejoice? Where have you seen God's saving or reconciling work?
• Are there times when rejoicing may not be appropriate, or contrary to the demands of the gospel? Should we rejoice at the death of an enemy?
ACTION
• Offer prayers of thanksgiving for those who risked or gave their lives to rescue others on September 11, 2001; for those who have served their country in subsequent conflicts; for those who work for peace in the world.
• Offer prayers of intercession for those who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001, or in the armed conflicts in that followed.
PRAYER
God of compassion, you know our triumphs and struggles, the heights and depths of human life. Hold us in your heart through times of sorrow and joy and help us to uphold one another; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
September 11 Remembrance Devotional Resources? www.pcusa.org/september11/devotional
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