Christian Reflection and Prayer

Jesus didn’t say “What you have done for
the middle class, you have done for me.”

As we enter into the final stretch of the
upcoming elections, we need to talk about
the “P” word – Poverty. Both political
conventions talked a lot about the middle
class, but what you didn’t hear much about
was the poor and marginalized. “Opportunity”
was another key word at both conventions
this summer. As Christians, we must be
clear that creating new opportunities must
include poor children and low-income families.

We are called to care for the least of these,
but how does that translate in selecting our
public servants?

HOW DOES IT TRANSLATE IN YOUR
DECISION!

(Sojourners)

Scripture:

 "Just as the Father knows me and I know
the Father; and I lay down my life for the sheep." -
John 10:15

Reflection:

Have faith and be happy! Jesus, our Savior,
laid down His life to wash away all of our sins.
No matter what is going on in your life, remember
that you have a Savior who loved you so much
that He died for you. Just so you could have
eternal life - hallelujah!

Prayer:

Thank you for being the Lord.  Thank you for
loving us so much that you died for us.  Now
because of your sacrifice and grace I will be
with You forever.
AMEN

Scripture:

“I have seen their ways, but I will heal them;
I will guide them and restore comfort to Israel’s
mourners,creating praise on their lips.
Peace, peace, to those far and near,”
says the Lord. “And I will heal them.” — Isaiah 57:18–19

When we read the prophet’s words on
Yom Kippur, they deliver an encouraging
and relevant message to those in attendance.
No matter how distant a person may feel,
or how far they may have strayed from the
path of righteousness, God is still overjoyed
to see him. Everyone can stand comfortably
before the Lord knowing that their presence is
most welcome.

God never writes anyone off and it’s never too
late to return to the Lord. On the contrary. Our
heavenly Father anticipates our arrival with joy
in His heart and a warm greeting on His lips.
“Shalom, shalom!”

With prayers for shalom, peace,
Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein