LBW 543, “Praise to the Lord, the Almighty”
Devotion
“Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" is Catherine Winkworth's translation of Joachim Neander's 17th century hymn, "Lobe den Herren." She wrote 30 of the hymns in the Lutheran Book of Worship. Like all poets, she helps us stand on the edge of something new, especially when we are stuck. Like all poets, she encourages us to ponder.
Prayer
Gracious God, when all seems stuck or without hope, that is when your Spirit is especially at work. Amen.