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August 21, 2017

Comforting Presence

Todd Ricketts (Florida)

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The psalmist wrote, “The Lord is my 
shepherd, I shall not want." - Psalm 23:1 (NRSV)

I received an unexpected phone call telling me that my dad had passed away after suffering with Alzheimer’s for several years. As I traveled almost 1200 miles to be with family, I had time to reflect on my dad’s life and what a great family man and provider my dad...

Today's Prayer
Dear God, thank you for healing the sick and giving strength to the weak. Help us to recognize every opportunity to share your love with others. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Psalm 23:1-6

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