Thursday, May 19, 2011 – Easter 5, Year A
John 14:1-2 – Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you?
I find it interesting that this passage is included in the lectionary readings with the stoning of Stephen when we first see Saul, later known as Paul, present at and assisting in the execution. We worship a God who can work through anyone, including those who seem least likely. Keep this in mind as you meet people today.
Prayer (adapted from another favorite choir tune from my childhood):
Loving God, open our eyes, that we may see, glimpses of truth you have for us. AMEN.