First Sunday in Lent

First Sunday in Lent

Reflection

“God said to Noah and to his sons with him: ‘See, I am now establishing my covenant with you and your descendants after you and with every living creature that was with you.’”–Genesis 9:8-10

Prayer

God of creation,

Your Word in Scripture reveals that you are just as committed to the whole of creation as you are to the humans you have made in your image. Help us to receive and respond to that message more than we do, that we might live more faithfully within the covenant you have made, not just with us, but with every living creature sharing this planet with us. May we be co-laborers with you, striving to fulfill your promise of shalom across the whole network of life you have established. With gratitude for your great gift of life more abundant, we pray. Amen.

Call to Action

What effect does my lifestyle have upon the livelihood of creatures outside the human family? Take time to evaluate how I am actually treating these other lives, whatever my conscious intentions, and adjust as needed.