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Scripture: Matthew 18:20: For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them. Abridged: When we gather in the Spirit of God on the highest mountain or in the deepest valley, we will feel the power of prayer moving us beyond self for the benefit of the world. Meditation: Jesus said to his disciples, "Come, follow me" (Matthew 4:18-22). At another time he said, "Go and make disciples" (Matthew 28:19). At another time Jesus said, "For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them" (Matthew 18:20). Perhaps Jesus was just trying to make clear to us that whether we follow, go, or gather together, the Spirit of God is with us. The eternal Christ within us is the Spirit of God that goes before us, the Spirit that gives us the desire and ability to invite others to journey with us in the Light of God, and the Spirit of peace and love that surrounds us in our quiet prayer. When we follow, go, and gather in the Spirit of God on the highest mountain or in the deepest valley, we will feel the power of God moving us beyond self for the benefit of the world. Jesus summarized this omnipresent and empowering love when he said, "And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20). There is no boundary of time and space that can limit the extent of the renewing and refreshing power of God’s love; and there is no darkness that can overcome the Light of God. The Spirit of God is present in all time and place, inviting us to draw near, sending us forth, and gathering us to sit quietly in prayer. Prayer: On the day when Jesus spoke to his disciples, telling them he would soon be leaving them, he promised to send the Holy Spirit to unite them. Jesus also promised that he would give them peace – a peace beyond their understanding. Let it be so with us today, our God and our Creator. Help us to be united in praise by the power of your Holy Spirit, and guide our hearts with your peaceful presence. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ, your Son and our Savior. Amen Enter password: .