Scripture Reading
Psalm 84:5-7
Blessed are those whose strength is in you, in whose heart are the highways to Zion. As they go through the Valley of Baca they make it a spring; the going rain also covers it with pools. They go from strength to strength; each one appears before God in Zion.
Reflection
The Valley of Baca means 'valley of weeping' — yet the pilgrims passing through it turn it into a place of springs. Suffering does not have to be the end of the story; those whose strength is rooted in God find that even the valleys become sources of refreshment for others. The journey of faith is not a straight road, but it moves from strength to strength, each difficulty becoming a spring for the next stage.
Prayer for Today
Father God, I draw near to you as I make this decision. Lord, I confess the anxieties, fears and insecurities which arise within me. I draw nearer to your heart for this world and nearer to your heart for me. Lord, guide my thoughts to be clear and free as I consider the options. May I know your wisdom in this process. I draw into your kingdom promises, and I breathe in your hope. Lord, bring clarity into this situation. Please bless me with renewed vision and a clear calling from you. I draw into your loving care and to your presence, for here I know that no matter what my decision, you are always with me, I am not alone. Thankyou, Amen.
Amen.