Saturday 30 July

Jeremiah 26:11-16, 24; Ps 69; Matthew 14:1-12

Pray for martyrs

It is unfortunately horribly true that many people suffer and die for their love of God. Some have had to endure great hardship before having their lives stolen from them. How terrifying this must be.

Dear Lord, help me to discern what is right from wrong. Help all people, especially those working and praying for peace and conflict resolution to find ways to loosen the hold of sin and death on the world. May we be more tolerant of our differences and above all, love one another.