November 8, 2021

A Change of Focus

Lillian Saldaña Campos (La Habana, Cuba)

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Jesus said, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” - Matthew 28:19 (NIV)

While I was in medical school, I attended church regularly; but my roommate did not know much about God. However, she became interested in the Bible I kept by my bedside table. When I would spend time deeply focused on my coursework, she would ask me about Jesus and the...

Today's Prayer

Interrupt us, O God, when our focus needs to shift. Inspire us to be ready to share your good news. In the name of Jesus. Amen.

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Today's Reading

Acts of the Apostles 1:4-8

Thought for the Day

How is God shifting the focus of my life?

Prayer Focus

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I join many of those who will pray for you as you seek to discern what you are called to be at this moment. May God grant you the courage to fulfill that calling. May we all open our eyes and see the misery, open our ears and hear the cries of God’s people, and, like God through the Lord Jesus Christ, be incarnate amongst them.”

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