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August 9, 2017

Discernment

Sharon B. Capron (Oklahoma)

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All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for 
training in righteousness, so that everyone 
who belongs to God may be proficient, 
equipped for every good work. - 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NRSV)

I found an intriguing and challenging shawl pattern. The variegated yarn had the brilliant warm hues of a sunset. As I skimmed through the directions, I thought, What? This makes no sense! Impossible! I knew how to make the required stitches, but I could not visualize how the shawl could...

Today's Prayer
Dear God, help us to discern the next steps to take, and give us the courage to move forward. In the name of Christ, we pray. Amen.
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Today's Reading
2 Timothy 3:14-17

Thought for the Day

The Bible offers me tools for discernment.

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TO DISCERN GOD’S WILL


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