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Scripture: Isaiah 45:22-25: Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other. By myself I have sworn, from my mouth has gone forth in righteousness a word that shall not return: “To me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear.” Only in the LORD, it shall be said of me, are righteousness and strength; all who were incensed against him shall come to him and be ashamed. In the LORD all the offspring of Israel shall triumph and glory. Abridged: Whenever our work is devoted to increasing unconditional love in the world, we should direct all praise we receive for our labor toward the glory of God. Meditation: Whenever our work is devoted to increasing unconditional love in the world, we should direct all praise we receive for our labor toward the glory of God. If we preach, for instance, and someone tells us that they were impressed with our thoughts and delivery, we should acknowledge that it is only the power of the Holy Spirit that enables us to open our hearts and minds to receive God's unconditional love. Without the inspiration of God, our messages are vain words lacking the passion of genuine faith. Likewise, all of our hours of ministry and mission in the church, synagogue, temple, and in the world should seek nothing but to reflect God's light in a darkened world. Whether we are feeding the hungry, clothing the naked, visiting the sick, sheltering the homeless, providing hope for the poor in spirit, or offering love and assurance to the sick and dying, we should always seek ways to praise God who empowers us to complete the work of Jesus Christ. Prayer: Our eyes, our hearts, our whole being turn to you, Almighty God. We place all of our faith, hope, and trust in the eternal love that comes from you. Amen Enter password: .