by Ukirk International | Dec 30, 2023 | Daily Prayer
Read Isaiah 61:10-62:3. As much as I love how houseplants brighten my home, I admit: I have no idea what I’m doing. Some of my plants have flourished, growing beautifully regardless of what I do, and yet others, despite all my research and care, wither away. Sometimes...
by Ukirk International | Dec 29, 2023 | Daily Prayer
Read 2 Peter 3:8-13. We always seem to be waiting for something. College acceptance letters, an upcoming break from school, a plane. We know these will come eventually. There are other things, like healing for someone we love, that are less assured, but we trust they...
by Ukirk International | Dec 28, 2023 | Daily Prayer
Read Matthew 12:46-60. Part of the Family In today’s scripture, Jesus invites us to expand our idea of what it means to be family. While addressing a crowd, someone invites Jesus to give his attention to his family, who was waiting nearby. In response, Jesus questions...
by Ukirk International | Dec 27, 2023 | Daily Prayer
Read Jeremiah 31:15-17. Jeremiah 31:15-17 depicts hope amid bitter sorrow and weeping. Perhaps you’ve experienced this kind of bitter sorrow and weeping, or you know a loved one who has. Perhaps you’ve seen this bitter sorrow and weeping on the news or social media....
by Ukirk International | Dec 26, 2023 | Daily Prayer
Read 1 Samuel 2:1-10. Hannah’s story of infertility, hopelessness, and longing is one I unfortunately know too well, as it is my own story. Thankfully, after much struggle and loss, our son was finally born this year. If I learned anything from her journey and mine,...
