Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may speed ahead and be honored, as happened among you, and that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men. For not all have faith. But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. And we have confidence in the Lord about you, that you are doing and will do the things that we command. May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.

Lord, my morning readings in Ps 35, 1 Sam 26, Dan 7, Luke 4, 2 Thess. 3 and Ps 143 appear to be preparing me for a time of trouble with the promise that You will prevail and protect Your servant. Appropriate as this guardianship draws to a close, knowing that the family is chaffing at the bit to wreak their fury against us, yet You are faithful, You will guard us against the Evil One. Let us go forth in faith and with rejoicing that You are the Faithful One

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 133

Mid-day: 119:89-96

Evening: Psalm 58

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