Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Today’s Scripture
Today’s Author
Katie Sundermeier
In Psalm 137, the Psalmist, in exile, is lamenting the destruction of Jerusalem. The Psalmist wants to be certain to not forget about Jerusalem and all that was good and holy in that place. Then the Psalmist prays that the children of the enemy would be dashed upon the rocks.
My first reminder in Psalm 137 is that God receives us and loves us as we are. We are invited to draw near to God with all of who we are. No pretenses. No falsehoods. “God I am feeling so angry at this person. I feel betrayed and I wish they would go away forever.” All of how we’re feeling is received by our God. We come as we are.
The second reminder for me as I read and reread Psalm 137 is that I want to make room for holy lament while leaving behind the rage and desire for revenge. I want to lament when harm has been done. I grieve the destruction of all that is good and holy. And yet, I do not want the children of my perceived enemies to be murdered. The nearer I draw to God, the more clearly I desire for all to be made well, for all to be made whole in the Way of Christ.
Loving God, hear my prayers of lament and help me to let go of any rage or desire for revenge. Healing God, restore us unto you in the name of Jesus. Amen.
Summer Devotional
God Goes With Us
This summer’s devotional is a walk through the Bible. Join our pastors and staff for daily reflections on scripture passages from Genesis to Revelation. In the beginning, God said, “I will be your God and you will be my people.” Come and see how this covenant promise changes through time yet remains steadfast from generation to generation.
Each Sunday, Chris Holmes will share a short message on the texts for the week, and written reflections will go out every Monday through Thursday morning.
We wish you blessings and deeper faith this summer!
