Reflection

“Almost every successful person begins with two beliefs: the future can be better than the present, and I have the power to make it so.” –David Brooks

Prayer

God of tomorrow,

Every day it seems we hear reports about how our inability to steward creation responsibly now threatens our overall stability and survival. As we continue praying, serving, and advocating for those affected by climate-driven disasters, help us also become more empowered in finding new ways forward, personally and collectively. Anchor us in believing that the future can be better than the present, and that we have the power to make it so. As stewards called to serve your good creation faithfully, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

Take time to seriously consider: have I lost either my hope for the future or my sense of empowerment, as an agent of change? Renew my commitment to responsible stewardship today.