July 31

"Most merciful and ever-loving Father, you never forget the needs of your children; and we pray that we your followers may regard your teaching. May the difficulties in our way never prove an excuse for neglecting the needy, but - relying upon you - may we use what we have with your blessing. In your name. Amen."

July 30

"O God, you have searched us and known us. Your are acquainted with all our thoughts. Forgive us, we pray you, the unspoken sins of our hearts. Cleanse us from secret faults. May we know your power over the outward life of disease and sin and over the inward life of self, that we may find in you our help and strength. For Christ's sake. Amen."

July 28

"Blessed Physician, will you not only enter our homes and hospitals with your healing and restoring power, bur enter our hearts as well, with a living, believeing faith. May we not only value your power but gain that faith which follows your word, 'Be not afraid.' Amen."

July 27

"You have bid us come to you, our loving Lord, for you have said, "Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be fearful." Teach us the lesson of trust, and the value of peace. May we know that you are a great Deliverer, and may we take you at your word, and see the salvation of our God. For your name's sake. Amen."

July 26

"Blessed Master, may our faith be that genuine practical trust which never fears or disbelieves. May we know that somehow, you will provide for us, even if we can see no source of supply. Grant to us, we pray you, a simplicity of faith which knows no murmuring, but is filled with assurance. Amen."

July 25

"Our great and loving Father, we thank you that life's common experiences and gifts are blessed by your presence and honored by your name. May we take you into our lives daily and feed upon you, that we may grow in diving strength and character. For Jesus' sake. Amen."

July 24

"Our loving Father in heaven, how constant and complete is your watchful care over all your children. May we realize that every severe trial has its compensation of security and blessing in you. May we learn to possess our souls in quietness and confidence, trusting you always. Amen."