Verse and Voice 2/28/24

February 28, 2024

Verse of the day

They have treated the wound of my people carelessly, saying, “Peace, peace,” when there is no peace.
Jeremiah 6:14

Voice of the day

I don’t quiet the rage for peace. Peace is not superior. Peace is persistent. Rage is persistent as well.

Zenju Earthlyn Manuel, “The Deepest Peace” (2020)

Prayer of the day

God of peace, help us to know that peace is found in justice. Give us wisdom to know when our rage is leading us to paths of justice.