When he saw the crowds, he felt compassion for them, because they were distressed and dejected, like sheep without a shepherd.
Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is abundant, but the workers are few. Therefore, pray to the Lord of the harvest to send out workers into his harvest.” (Matthew 9:36-38)
Lord of the Harvest, who are the distressed and dejected around me? Who are those living without hope?
Open my eyes. Help me to see beyond the surface to the need as you did. Give me your compassion. And send me out into the harvest.
May I be a giver of hope to those without hope, proclaiming your forgiveness, salvation, and your love. (Matthew 9:2, 22)
In Jesus’ name, amen.
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