Read
And the word of the LORD came again to Zechariah: “This is what the LORD Almighty said: ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another. Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the foreigner or the poor. Do not plot evil against each other.’”
Zechariah 7:8-10
Think
What is the relationship between social action and evangelism? Some would say they are inseparable. Others would say the proclamation of the gospel and social action are completely distinct activities. After reading the scripture from Zechariah today, what do you think? Walking humbly with our God looks like doing justice and loving mercy. Do our actions speak louder than our words? When we proclaim the gospel, do our actions show the good news?
Pray
Breath Prayer Explanation
Breath prayers are a form of contemplative prayers linked to the rhythm of your breath. Breath prayer has been practiced in the church for thousands of years and is a 1 to 2 sentence prayer you silently pray 5-10 times consecutively throughout the day as you inhale and exhale.
It’s a centering prayer for our minds and hearts to remember God within all circumstances. Breath prayer is a simple yet transformative spiritual practice!
An example of a breath prayer is, “Father, you are Holy” (prayed silenty as you inhale), “Help me be holy” (prayed silently as you exhale).