Dear Heavenly Father,
Though the magnolia has wept her blossoms, the lilac is heady with fragrance. In green pastures we receive new mercies every morn. Safe in the arms of the shepherd we are swaddled in your grace.
Father, forgive our wandering outside the gate. Thank you for receiving us with arms wide open. How we delight in your gifts! We celebrate and we stand as witnesses as you empower us to receive the Spirit. How marvelous it is when your energy flows through us to be realized in action. Make us tireless champions of your ministry. Amen.
