From the RCL, August 12/12

Nutshell: In the midst of tragedy and failure, God still provides for those who are obedient and He continues to bring His plans to fruition, even if people continue to resist them.

1 Kings 19: 4-8

Even though the people rejected Elijah, killed the prophets of God and destroyed the altars, God still followed through on His plans. God watched over Elijah throughout this time. When he was fleeing Jezebel, God made provision for him, strengthened him for the journey and brought him to a safe place at Mount Sinai. There, God spoke to Elijah and sent him back to continue the plans he was called to do. God sent Elijah back to anoint two kings and to anoint Elisha to be God's next prophet.

Psalm 34: 1-8

Be encouraged! Take heart!! For God will take away all your fears and will take away all shame. God hears all who call for help and rescues them!

Also from this week's lectionary:
Ephesians 5: 1-14
Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ. The light within you produces only what is good, right and true. Find out what is pleasing to the Lord Jesus, what is on His heart, what He desires. 

Songs:
Today, Everlasting, Everlasting God, How Great Is Our God, Speak To Me, Lord You Have My Heart, My All In All, Hope Of The Nations