Humble

Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples, “The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses’ seat; therefore, do whatever they teach you and follow it; but do not do as they do, for they do not practice what they teach. They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them. They do all their deeds to be seen by others; for they make their phylacteries broad and their fringes long. They love to have the place of honor at banquets and the best seats in the synagogues, and to be greeted with respect in the marketplaces, and to have people call them rabbi. But you are not to be called rabbi, for you have one teacher, and you are all students. And call no one your father on earth, for you have one Father—the one in heaven. Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one instructor, the Messiah. The greatest among you will be your servant. All who exalt themselves will be humbled, and all who humble themselves will be exalted.” Matthew 23:1-12 

Humble

Dear God of the mighty and the weak
you abide with us, breathe with us
provide daily sustenance and beauty
yet we think we have done so very much.

When we are bowed down with pain
we cry to you with empty promises
yet when we recover we forget all
the gratitude and the many blessings.

Remake us as those who bend daily
to pray and to serve others for you
make us those who put service first
who do not expect pay for divine blessings.

Make us your hands and heart today
willing to be of service to the outcast
reaching out to the broken and afraid
making your love known through gratitude. Amen