I will praise the Lord, who counsels me; even at night my heart instructs me. - Psalm 16:7 (NIV)

In the past, sleep sometimes eluded me. Though I would try to relax, I would “replay” conversations from the day and consider how I might have responded differently. Sometimes I would fret about a difficult situation at work or the health of a loved one.

As my faith grew, I...

Today's Prayer
God of peace, thank you for the gift of rest. Help us to trust you with our worries. Amen.

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Psalm 4:1-8

Thought for the Day

Counting my blessings can bring me peace.

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