Belonging Thursday, February 25 “I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” Jeremiah 31:33b Belonging. . . During these COVID-19 times, with the need to practice social distancing, we may no longer feel a sense of belonging. That sense of belonging that is felt when we are in the physical presence of […]

Lead, Kindly Light Wednesday, February 24 Be gracious to me, O Lord, for I am in distress; my eye wastes away from grief, my soul and body also. Psalm 31:9 The disciples went from shouting “Hosanna” on Sunday to mourning the loss of their teacher and friend a few days later. Moments like these are […]

Extreme Blessing Tuesday, February 23 “Do not repay evil for evil or abuse for abuse; but, on the contrary, repay with a blessing. It is for this that you were called, that you might inherit a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:9 Prayer, fasting, and caring for the poor are traditional Lenten practices, but putting our faith […]

Grace of God: The Gift of Salvation Monday, February 22 “For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God–not the result of works, so that no one may boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9 A gift is given because of the generosity of the giver. […]

Hope and Acceptance Saturday, February 20 “… surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope.” Jeremiah 29:11 As a kid growing up, I always knew my feelings were not the same as most, though I wanted […]

Parenthood Friday, February 19 “The Lord is near. Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.” Philippians 4:5,6 As an obstetrician I am honored to be present at the most joyful of all occasions, a child’s birth. God is at work […]

THE ULTIMATE TEACHER Thursday, February 18 “Lead me by your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation.” Psalm 25:5a I loved being a teacher. While teaching young students can be stressful and exhausting at times, it is also a time of great joy and fulfillment. Most days, patience fell out […]

WHAT IS WHOLENESS? Wednesday, February 17 “Return to the LORD, your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love.” Joel 2:13 What exactly is wholeness? While the Lent intent is often personal, the result is often communal. We start Lent hearing the words, “remember that you are dust, […]

A Good Shepherd Lent Just as I am: Journey Towards Wholeness “Be still and know that I am God.” Psalm 46:10 The 8 ELCA churches of Eau Claire have collaborated again to bring you a Lent Devotional. Each day you will find a new devotion made available to you as you continue on through your […]