Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 2:4-5 (NRSV)

For 33 years I suffered from kidney stones and often required hospitalization for several days at a time. My doctors concluded the stones were caused by stress and suggested that I find ways to cope with my anxiety. That’s more easily said than done, I thought, as I considered my...

Today's Prayer
God, our ultimate healer, thank you for calling us to serve as ministering angels of mercy to those in need. Give us the strength to love others with your love. Amen.

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Today's Reading
Philippians 2:1-11

Thought for the Day

I can be God’s hands of help and healing for someone today.

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