August 23, 2023
Verse of the day
As for the things that you have learned and received and heard and noticed in me, do them, and the God of peace will be with you.
Philippians 4:9
Voice of the day
… once slavery enabled goods like sugar and cheap textiles to flood the European market, “people [could] finally buy into this larger system of capitalism and consumption.” Satiating consumer appetites perpetuated slavery.
Prayer of the day
Eternal God, you are not a stranger to humanity’s suffering. We ask of you today to bless those who have suffered and continue to suffer from systemic racism. … Equip and empower us as we combat and challenge systems and ideologies to end racism in our societies.
Mikie A. Roberts, “Today Is Slavery Remembrance Day”