WOV #771, "Great Is Thy Faithfulness"
Devotion
“The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases, his mercies never come to an end, they are new every morning, great is your faithfulness.” Lamentations 3:22-23.
In the movie classic “Holiday Inn” the late Bing Crosby sings, “If I’m tired and cannot sleep, I count my blessings instead of sheep and I fall asleep counting my blessings.”
“Great is Thy Faithfulness” recalls the many ways that God provides for us. As you journey on this Sabbath day look around and take note. Notice the simple blessings that surround you.
Family problems and unpaid bills claim far too much of our time and energy. Celebrate God’s faithfulness. See the mercies of the One who has forgiven your sins and offered you new life. See the blessings in a sunrise. Marvel at the flight of a bird. Taste the cool water that quenches your thirst. Remember your baptism and know that God will remember you.
Prayer
Good and Gracious God, Wow, what at day! Wow, what a world! Open my eyes this Sabbath day that I may clearly see, all that you my loving God, have given now to me.