Verse of the day

There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love.
– 1 John 4:18

Voice of the day

may the tide / that is entering even now / the lip of our understanding / carry you out / beyond the face of fear
– Lucille Clifton, “blessing the boats”

Prayer of the day

Almighty God, place our fears into an ocean of love and mercy. Nudge us closer to the water so we can gaze at the depths that sustain unity.