The Sacred Practice of Paying Attention
Taylor Joy Murray
“Let the one who is wise heed these things and ponder the loving deeds of the LORD.” Psalm 107:43 (NIV)
“God called the light ‘day,’ and the darkness he called ‘night.’ And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day.” Genesis 1:5 (NIV)
“He is not here; he is risen, just as he said.” Matthew 28:6a (NIV)
"Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body." Proverbs 16:24 (ESV)
“Are you tired? Worn out? … Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace ...” Matthew 11:28-30 (MSG)
"Then God said, 'Let us make mankind in our image …'" Genesis 1:26 (NIV)
“Then Jesus said, 'Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?'” John 11:40 (NIV)
“But I have trusted in your steadfast love; my heart shall rejoice in your salvation.” Psalm 13:5 (ESV)
"But Jesus immediately said to them: 'Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.'" Matthew 14:27 (NIV)
“But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb.” John 20:11 (ESV)
“When a person dies, will he come back to life? If so, I would wait all the days of my struggle until my relief comes.” Job 14:14 (CSB)
“Let the one who is wise heed these things and ponder the loving deeds of the LORD.” Psalm 107:43 (NIV)
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit, poured out with love and power on Pentecost. Fill our hearts anew with Your presence, guiding us in truth, courage, and compassion...
“and I will ask the Father, and he will give you another comforting Counselor like me, the Spirit of Truth, to be with you forever.” John 14:16 (CJB)
“In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.” Psalm 18:6 (NIV)