April 26, 2018

In Tandem

Karen Brown (Mississippi)

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Jeremiah prayed, “Lord, I know that people’s  lives are not their own; it is not for  them to direct their steps." - Jeremiah 10:23 (NIV)

As a young couple, my husband, Don, and I enjoyed riding bicycles. Later, because of my declining vision, we sold our bikes and bought a tandem bicycle. Since a “bicycle built for two” isn’t a common sight, we got lots of smiles and waves — especially when we would put...

Today's Prayer

Dear God, help us to let go and trust you as the one who is with us in every circumstance and moment of our journey. Amen.

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Today's Reading

Proverbs 3:5-10

Thought for the Day

I may be the stoker, but God is the captain.

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