Savoring the Scripture

A Prayer for Unity Psalm 133 Beyond all these things put on love, which is the perfect bond of unity. Colossians 3:14 Unity is a condition of harmony; the quality or state of being made one. In Psalm 133, the psalmist declares, “Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” This psalm celebrates the joy of unity and harmony. But many times, there is discord in our lives, in our relationships, in our families, in our churches, and in our work places. Yet, “even the absence of unity can teach the blessing of unity” (Longman). Whether we are facing discord or harmony in our lives, this psalm and the pursuit of unity is for us as believers. Colossians 3:12-17 gives us guidance on how we can pursue unity and peace.  Act in a way that reflects who you are in Christ (Colossians 1:12). Paul says, “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience,”(Colossians‬ ‭3‬:‭12‬). He reminds them that they have ...

Prayer for Peace Psalm 119:161-168 Peace . In this world, peace can seem pretty elusive. So many things threaten peace within our countries, communities, families, and within ourselves. It seems a day cannot go by without the peace we desire being injured or even seemingly destroyed. In the beginning, when God first created the world, there was peace. God made the world and it functioned in perfect harmony. Adam and Eve tended the garden in unity, each one fulfilling their role and design in perfect capacity. God Himself came and walked with them and talked with them. They experienced peace with God, between themselves, and there was nothing that could disrupt their inner tranquility. All was as it should be. Until the Fall.    When Adam and Eve disobeyed God, suddenly the peace they had known and never lived without was broken. They no longer enjoyed the intimacy of God's presence. Instead, they hid in fear. They no longer selflessly loved one another, but instead cast blame,...