Jonathan Moore
Psalms 93:1-5
The Lord is king! He is robed in majesty. Indeed, the Lord is robed in majesty and armed with strength. The world stands firm and cannot be shaken. Your throne, O Lord, has stood from time immemorial. You yourself are from the everlasting past. The floods have risen up, O Lord. The floods have roared like thunder; the floods have lifted their pounding waves. But mightier than the violent raging of the seas, mightier than the breakers on the shore— the Lord above is mightier than these! Your royal laws cannot be changed. Your reign, O Lord, is holy forever and ever.
It is comforting to know that despite political turbulence, global instability due to environmental consequence or moral and cultural confusion; there is a Kingdom above it all that remains constant and unshakeable! Faith in God is not futile in such circumstances. It provides a shelter, a place of safety and security for those prone to fear, anxiety, and worry. There is a place of perfect peace.....
Prayer from First Presbyterian Church Grenada Heavenly Father, we know that wind, water, rain , sleet and snow àre yours. This Sabbath we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your protection and grace.
We pray you will place Your mighty hand over this storm and calm its force. Shield us from the fury of the wind, rain, snow and ice. Care for those in the grip of the storm and keep them from harm. We pray for the safety of every person, home, and community at risk. We lift up all rescue workers, police, firefighters, and utility crews, asking for clear minds, steady hands, and safe passage as they heroically assist others in dangerous situations. Calm the anxious thoughts and steady the restless hearts of those filled with fear. Remind them of Your constant presence, that even when life seems dark and stormy, You are with us, guiding us to safety. In the wake of the storm, we pray for swift recovery and restoration. Provide essentials like water, food, and adequate shelter, and inspire communities to come together in support and care for one another.
We trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, knowing You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. We pray in Jesus Name. Amen
🌅 Parable: The Seed That Wouldn’t Break
A farmer planted two seeds side by side in the early spring. One sprouted quickly, pushing through the soil with bright green leaves. The other stayed buried, silent and still.
Days passed. The first seed grew taller, proud of its progress. The second seed remained hidden, and the other plants whispered, “Maybe it’s dead. Maybe nothing is happening.”
But deep in the dark soil, the second seed was doing the hardest work — cracking open. Breaking apart. Letting go of what it had been so it could become what it was meant to be.
Then, on a quiet morning, when no one expected it, the soil moved. A small green shoot pushed upward, stronger than the first, because its roots had grown deep in the waiting.
The farmer smiled and said, “Some life takes longer to rise — but when it does, it changes everything around it.”
The lesson: Good Friday feels like the buried seed — still, heavy, hidden. But God is working in the dark places. Easter is the moment the soil breaks open and new life rises, stronger than anything that came before.