From the blue and purple
and scarlet yarns
they made finely woven
garments for ministering
in the Holy Place.
Exodus 39.1
One of our first decisions
of the day is
what are we going to wear?
We take into account
the weather, our work,
even who we see.
But how we minister to others
is determined by what
we choose to wear --
compassion, kindness,
humility, meekness, patience
...and above all these,
put on love.
Colossians 3. 12, 14
We wear these things
into the day's activities,
even in what we don't
consider ministry.
Because with them,
we cannot help but
worship, serve God
and minister to others.
And by them,
we are known as His.
O LORD,
Make us aware of the
finely woven garments
with which You have filled
our wardrobes
to minister before You.
Help us to pay attention
to what You have
called us to today.
Prepare our hearts
for ministry
in every shape and size
and even in ways
we don't recognize.
This is Your holy place
and the sacred ground
where You have intended us.
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