The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance but the Lord looks at the heart. - 1 Samuel 16:7 (NIV)

When I arrived at the hospital by ambulance, no beds were available in the emergency room. Instead, I was put into a wheelchair and taken to a large room where I sat all day, waiting for care. Then a biker with tattoos and chains around his neck entered the room...

Today's Prayer
Dear God, forgive us when we misjudge others. Help us to see others as you see them. Amen.

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Today's Reading
1 Samuel 16:6-13

Thought for the Day

Today I will look for Christ in every person.

Prayer Focus

Those I have misjudged


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