Timely Reminder (Tom Rutter)

I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago.

Psalm 77:11

Samuel Johnson, an 18th century writer said, "People need to be reminded more often than they need to be instructed." Learning new things we can all agree keeps us sharp and helps us improve ourselves.

What new things have you learned recently?

But, there is so much we already have learned but just don't either apply or remember. One of those things I found helpful to remember this week is just how near God is to us. Here in this hope-filled prayer inspired by St Patrick, are words which I've known for years but once again remembered and used in lockdown....

Prayer -   When we feel lonely and wonder where you are God,
As we arise today through Your strength pilot us;
May we know You are above us, behind us, amidst us,
around us, among us, before us, beneath us, besides us,
beyond us, by us everywhere, all the time.
Always and forever, You are near us.
Amen.

Tom Rutter