For God….has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

2 Cor 4:6 NIVUK

God made his light
Shine in our hearts.
It shines brightly;
as in fragile jars of clay.
We do not lose heart,
For inwardly Jesus renews us,
By his Holy Spirit day after day.

Gracious God, we are so grateful for the light and love of Jesus. We thank you that he became vulnerable as he gave his life, for each of us, on the cross.  We thank you for your mighty power and strength that raised Jesus, giving us new life and hope, both now and for all eternity.

Loving God, may your love shine through our lives, through our vulnerability and weakness, that your love in Jesus may be visible to all, as we serve you and tell others of your love. Help us not rely on our own strength, but on the strength You promise and provide day by day…..

May your healing, restoring love shine through the the brokenness in our world and bring your renewal, wholeness and peace. We ask this in the name of Jesus, the light and life of the world. Amen.

Ruth Rushworth