February 26

Jehovah redeemeth the soul of his servants; And none of them that take refuge in him shall be condemned. — Ps 34:22

When I go down to the grave I can say, like so many others, I have finished my work; but I cannot say I have finished my life; my day’s work will begin again the next morning. My tomb is not a blind alley; it is a thoroughfare. It closes in the twilight to open in the dawn.
— Victor Hugo.

There’s nothing bright above, below,
From flowers that bloom to stars that glow,
But in the light my soul can see
Some feature of the Deity.

There’s nothing dark below, above,
But in its gloom I trace God’s love,
And meekly wait that moment when
His truth shall turn all bright again.
— Thomas Moore.

Prayer

Lord God, may I not only feel the need of thee when I am burdened with sorrow and care, but may I have need of thee in my pleasures and joys. I thank thee for thy gracious kindness, thy mercy and thy protection. Amen.