God has destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus Christ, to the praise of his glorious grace that he freely bestowed on us in the Beloved. Ephesians 1:5–6
Prayer of the Day
Glorious God, all time is enfolded in you, and your Son reveals your glory. Warm our hearts to love you, arouse our minds to discern you, and strengthen our wills to serve you. Through Jesus Christ our Liberator, who is alive and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.