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09/05/2026

Good morning Friends!
Happy Saturday!
Well, better late than never!
Today is National Cheese Pizza Day and National Tailgating Day! Sounds like a great combination!
Enjoy the gift of the day and spend a few minutes with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for September 5, 2026
The Power of Prayer
By Robert Boertien (Oregon, USA)

Read James 5:13-16

As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.
Isaiah 55:9 (NIV)

My friend and neighbor was in the hospital for what could have been a relatively simple procedure to improve the efficiency of his heart. However, if the procedure failed, he would need to have open heart surgery — something his weakened body might not be able to tolerate. My prayer was simple and repetitive: “O Lord, please allow the simple procedure to be successful.” I am sure that many other prayers of a similar nature were uttered by his loved ones.The doctors attempted the procedure three times, and it failed each time. But the next morning, the doctors were amazed to find that things had changed overnight. Despite everything they had observed the day before, the procedure had in fact been successful, and my friend was sent home. The doctors had no medical explanation.
I recalled the words of Isaiah 55:9, which reminded me that God’s healing power is not limited by the ways and thoughts of humans. Not all prayers are answered in dramatic fashion, and not all are answered as we would like. However, all prayers are answered in accordance with God’s will and timeline, and all prayers serve to draw us into closer communion with our Lord.

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, may we pray without ceasing as we look to you for compassion, comfort, care, and courage. Amen.

PATIENCE
Sight Psalm for September 5, 2026
My faith gives me hope that good things will bloom in my life when the time is right.
Photo by Victoria Kubasak

09/02/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Hump Day!
Take some time out for our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day, and make the most of the gift of today!
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for September 2, 2026

The Blessing of Humility

By Peter Q. (Singapore)

Read Matthew 5:1-11

Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Matthew 5:3 (NIV)

I had volunteered at a church event to distribute food and help clean up. Initially this felt like an insignificant job, and I was reluctant. My friends were on stage leading worship, hosting, and preaching, while I was cleaning up in the back. I began to feel left out. However, I gradually realized that this simple task had meaning. Through serving I connected with people and saw those in need of help, and I found a sense of fulfillment and peace.

In those moments, I realized that when Jesus spoke of the “poor in spirit,” he may have been talking about not being self-centered, focusing instead on God’s calling and love for others. Jesus said, “Blessed are the poor in spirit,” because a humble heart allows us to rely more deeply on God, enabling us to experience the peace and blessings of the kingdom in any situation.

In daily life, we may encounter tasks that seem small and are often overlooked. However, when we embrace these with humility and give our best, we can experience God’s presence even in these small acts of service. True blessings are not born out of pride or self-interest but flow from a humble heart. God’s grace, like a spring, nourishes our lives and refreshes the hearts of others.

Today's Prayer
Dear Lord, grant us humble hearts so that we will lean on you and feel your peace and blessing. Amen.

PROTECTED
Sight Psalm for September 2, 2026
"[The Lord] hides me in his shelter when there is trouble. He keeps me hidden in his tent. He sets me high on a rock." Psalm 27:5 (GWT)
Photo by Merle Mills

09/01/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Tuesday!
Enjoy the gift of the day and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for September 1, 2026

A Gracious Receiver

By Mary Hunt Webb (New Mexico, USA)

Read 1 Kings 17:7-16

Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.

Luke 6:38 (NIV)

Although my mother worked full-time and we had few material possessions as a family, she was always generous with her time and helped those in need — without expecting to be repaid for her kindness. As gracious as she was at giving, she was not always gracious at receiving. I suspect that her pride may have gotten in the way at times.

While giving graciously is important, it is also important to receive graciously. Without willing recipients, we are limited in how we can share the time and gifts with which God has blessed us. I learned this lesson firsthand when I visited a church and a woman there offered me a centerpiece with a candle in it. I started to refuse because I already had so many objects like this at home. However, another woman whispered to me, “You may not need the gift, but she needs to honor you with it. Accept it for her sake.”

That important lesson taught me that in order for people to give there must be recipients who are willing to accept. If we deny another person the opportunity to share what they have, we also deny that person the blessings that come from giving. In both giving and receiving, let’s strive to be gracious.

Today's Prayer
Loving God, help us to be gracious givers and receivers. In the name of Jesus we pray. Amen.

AIR
Sight Psalm for September 1, 2026
"Let us bless the air, Benefactor of breath, Keeper of the fragile bridge We breathe across." —John O'Donohue
Photo by Linda Bales Todd

08/31/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Monday!
It's hard to believe we've reached the end of August!
Make the most of your day and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for August 31, 2026
Time with the Father
By Foy Gene Todd II (Georgia, USA)

Read Matthew 6:5-15

When you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Matthew 6:6 (NIV)

Early each Saturday morning I eagerly await a text from my son that simply says, “Breakfast?” I quickly respond, “Yes, be over shortly.” I drive to his house and pick him up, and off we go to our favorite breakfast restaurant.This special one-on-one time with my son is one of the highlights of my week. We enjoy a great breakfast and talk about many things: the weather, work, church, the Bible, politics, sports, and his upcoming wedding. No matter what we talk about, just the fact that he wants to spend time with me warms my heart.The Bible tells us that we should also spend time with God, our Heavenly Father. In Matthew 6:6 Jesus said, “When you pray.” Jesus did not say, “If you pray.” The Bible describes several instances when Jesus went away to spend time with his Father in prayer. As children of God, we should do the same.
Part of the reason I enjoy my weekly meal with my son is that I can rely on our weekly schedule. I wonder if God appreciates us setting aside a regular time each day for prayer? Perhaps God looks forward with excitement to special time with us in the same way I look forward with excitement to my time with my son.

Today's Prayer
Our Father in Heaven, teach us the importance of spending private time in prayer with you. Help us to plan a time each day to pray and study your word. Amen.

INDIVIDUAL
Sight Psalm for August 31, 2026
Though we are all made in God's image, we need not try to be just like those around us.
Photo by Karen Wilkerson

08/26/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Hump Day!
Make the most of this beautiful day and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for August 26, 2026

Encouraging the Encouragers

By Susan Thogerson Maas (Oregon, USA)

Read 1 Thessalonians 5:8-15

Encourage one another and build each other up.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)

When I arrived at church, Joyce was already there. She had made coffee for Sunday school and had probably cleaned up the classroom, knowing her. Now she was walking around the sanctuary, greeting people with a constant smile on her face. I noticed that she made sure to speak with the elderly. She gave a hug to a woman in a wheelchair and to another woman with a walker. As church began, she slipped into the pew in front of me and turned to give me a hug and a smile.

After church, I asked her how she was doing. She hesitated a moment and then said, “Fine.” I asked again, “How are you really doing?” Dropping her smile, Joyce confessed that she was struggling. She felt lonely. She wondered if she really belonged in this church. Her words surprised me. She always seemed so upbeat. I had no idea she was hurting. I promised to pray for her and vowed silently to check on her regularly.

We all love the encouragers among us and appreciate the love they shower upon us. But do we consider that they also need encouragement? We can reach out not only to visitors and those who appear lonely but also to those who are so quick to reach out to us. They may need a listening ear and a sympathetic heart.

Today's Prayer
Dear God, help us to remember those who have encouraged us, and show us ways to encourage them. Amen.

EMPATHY
Sight Psalm for August 26, 2026
O God, give us the grace to see glimpses of ourselves in the face of the other and love our neighbors as ourselves.
Photo by Rev Ann Emerson

08/25/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Tuesday!
Today is National Banana Split Day, National Second Hand Wardrobe Day, and National Whiskey Sour Day!
On this day in 1609 Galileo demonstrates his first telescope to lawmakers in Venice Italy, in 1916 President Woodrow Wilson signs the Organic Act which created our National Park Service, in 1958 the first instant ramen noodles were introduced, and in 2005 Hurricane Katrina makes landfall in Florida.
Now ya know. . .
Make it a great day and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for August 25, 2026
Following the Light
By Peter Eckblad (Wisconsin, USA)

Read John 8:12-20

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 (NIV)

“Dad!” my daughter called out. “There’s something making noise in the fireplace!” I went into the living room to investigate the fluttering sound emanating from inside the chimney. A bird must have decided to explore. I thought that if it found its way in, it would surely find its way out. But after a while, I realized that it was not going to get out on its own. An online article suggested propping up a flashlight outside the fireplace opening for the bird to follow the light down the chimney. I put a flashlight in place and to my amazement a bird appeared after just a couple of minutes. We propped open the front door of the house and managed to guide the bird outside. I watched it spread its wings and soar up into the trees to freedom.
Jesus told the people of Judea that he was the light of the world and whoever follows him will never walk in darkness but will have life. Like the bird that followed the light out of the darkness of the chimney, so too can we follow the light of Jesus to new life.

Today's Prayer
Loving Savior, thank you for being the light that leads us into understanding, hope, and new life. Amen.

PERSEVERANCE
Sight Psalm for August 25, 2026
"Be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded."
2 Chronicles 15:7 (NIV)
Photo by Wanda Smith

08/24/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Monday!
Today is National Waffle Day and National Peach Pie Day!
Celebrate accordingly!
On this day in 1814 British troops capture Washington D.C. and set many buildings on fire, in 1932 Amelia Earhart becomes the first woman to fly non-stop across the U.S. she traveled 2477 miles from Los Angeles to New Jersey, and in 1995 Microsoft debuts Windows 95 to the public.
Now ya know. . .
Make it a great start to your week and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for August 24, 2026
Making Choices By Akemi Kawashima
(Saitama Prefecture, Japan)

Read Luke 10:38-42

Mary has chosen the better part, which will not be taken away from her. Luke 10:42 (NRSVUE)

I work at a nursery school, and one day the other teachers and I acted out the story of Mary and Martha. While reading this scene to write a script, the words Mary has chosen echoed in my heart. A deep feeling of familiarity welled up within me. Mary had made a difficult choice. She was likely aware that she should have been helping her sister prepare the meal for their guest. According to traditional roles, it was unreasonable for her to remain where she was. Perhaps she knew she would be criticized by others. But in the end, she chose to be near Jesus.
Martha, who was striving in her own way to please Jesus, no doubt also wanted to be near him. But she felt responsible for showing hospitality. Of the two sisters, the one who had peace in her heart was Mary. Every day our lives involve making choices about insignificant things and important matters. But as Christians, our choices must not be based on pride, social standing, or how we will be seen by others. Instead, we must choose to be with Jesus, for this is the path to abundant living.

Today's Prayer
Lord Jesus, whom we love, enable us to be in constant relationship with you even in the midst of our busy everyday lives. Amen.

CELEBRATE
Sight Psalm for August 24, 2026
No matter our differences, we each serve a purpose in the kingdom of God.
Photo by Victoria Kubasak

08/23/2026

13th After Pentecost
THE WORD Matthew 16:13-20 pg. 18
WORD TODAY “Power In Community!”

08/21/2026

The next blood drive at SUMC is this Sat Aug 22 and there are still 5 open appointment slots. If interested in donating please click on this link (and be careful to choose SUMC in NJ because there is also one in MI!):

08/19/2026

Good morning Friends,
Happy Hump Day!
Today is National Potato Day and National Soft Ice Cream Day! Celebrate accordingly!
On this day in 1848 the New York Herald announces the California gold rush, sparking 'gold fever' in the eastern U.S. sending thousands of prospectors in search of gold, in 1909 the Indianapolis Motor Speedway opens for automobile racing, and in 1934 the first Soap Box Derby is held in Dayton, OH.
Now ya know. . .
Make the most of the day ahead and spend some time with our Sight Psalm and Devotion for the day.
Be blessed and be a blessing.

Daily Devotional for August 19, 2026

Preventive maintenance

By Steve McCallson (Minnesota, USA)

Read Hebrews 10:19-25

I love those who love me, and those who seek me find me.
Proverbs 8:17 (NIV)

In the agricultural industry, we use a variety of equipment that comes with an abundance of moving parts. It is inevitable that something is going to break down. This usually happens at the most inconvenient time. When a piece of equipment cannot be used, we call this downtime. Downtime is costly because if the wheels are not turning the necessary tasks are not getting done.

However, we have a preventive maintenance program in place that reduces a fair number of these breakdowns. We bring equipment to the mechanic before we need it so they can check things over and repair it before it breaks. Being proactive saves a lot of frustration and stress.

Life has many struggles, and having a relationship with and learning to trust God makes it easier to accept God’s comfort and wisdom. Shaping this relationship through devotion, prayer, worship, and fellowship with other believers is like a preventive maintenance program for our spiritual lives.

Today's Prayer
Almighty God, thank you for giving us what we need each day. Help us to seek your guidance so we may be better equipped to serve you and others. Amen.

REPOSE
Sight Psalm for August 19, 2026
Thank you, God, for your presence with me today. Give me rest tonight and strength for tomorrow.
Photo by Gene Smith

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