"The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit."  Psalm 34:18 Father, thank you for your presence.

"Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God." Matthew 5:9 Dear Lord, help me today and every day to be a peacemaker for those around me.  Help me to do good, to seek peace and pursue it.

meeting at the Sims residence

"Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away."  Luke 21:33 Lord, help me to keep my mind fixed on the true way of salvation.

"Everyone that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened."  Matthew 7:8 Heavenly Father, thou has prepared things for us that we can have if only we believe.  May we come to thee in our weakness and ask.

"Blessed are they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:10 Our Father, help us to lift our eyes above the disquieting things around us. Help us to center our thoughts on you.

"The meek will he guide in judgment: and the meek will he teach his way." Psalm 25:9 Dear Heavenly Father, when I have failed through my own lack of wisdom, help me rely on your unfaltering love and power.