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January 13, 2018

Eyes Closing

Marion Turnbull (Liverpool, England)

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I lie down and sleep; I wake again, because the Lord sustains me. I will not fear though tens of thousands assail me on every side. - Psalm 3:5-6 (NIV)

Four-year-old James climbed into his car seat, and we drove off. “My eyes are closing down,” he announced sleepily. No wonder! He had just spent a long day playing on the beach and splashing in the sea.
I laughed. My eyes were also drooping. How easily sleep takes over when...

Today's Prayer
Dear God, we need not fear because you are watching over us. Thank you for your love and constant care. Amen.
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Today's Reading
Acts of the Apostles 12:1-6

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