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St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Birmingham, AL is a welcoming and affirming congregation of diverse Christians who are committed to Jesus' command to love and care for our neighbors, whoever they may be. You'll find posts on this blog by our Rector, and also by our parishioners. During the season of Lent, there will be daily meditations on the readings. At other seasons of the year, there will be sporadic postings. Thanks for reading!

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Old Testament: Jeremiah 7:21-34
Psalm 78: 1-39 * 78: 40-72
Epistle: Romans 4: 13-25
Gospel: John 7: 37-52
There are days when hope wanes as quickly as the winter’s afternoon sun, leaving us in what seems to be a long, cold, dark night. While all may seemingly be lost, we know from God’s Word that his promises outshine the darkest of nights. We are reminded that God’s promise of inheritance of the world to Abraham did not come through law, but by faith. It is in our faith that that we seek salvation and it is by faith that we find God’s love for all.

The promise of grace given by God shall be used as an instrument to others in need, not to forsake or abandon. As believers, our faith allows God’s grace to shine brighter. Suddenly, the hope that was seemingly lost is now illuminated. May our faith in God act as beacon in the night, helping us find hope and showing God’s mercy for all people.

Richard Jacks

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