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Reflection of the Week - 2 February 2021

Posted Feb 2, 2021 in Faith

The first session of the Synod Meeting took place last Saturday, January 30^th. At the beginning of the meeting, the Moderator, Bronte Wilson drew on Psalm 111 as the lectionary reading for the week and which seemed so appropriate to the occasion.

Psalm 111 is a reminder of why we worship, as we give thanks to God, who nourishes and sustains us. We are reminded about what is important – to pause and consider God’s qualities – continuing to commit our lives to journey in faith and to journey together.

As a hymn of praise, Psalm 111 has for its subject the works of the Lord in creation, providence and grace. The words speak to us of the one idea that God should be known by his people, and that this knowledge when turned into practical piety is mankind’s true wisdom, and the certain cause of lasting adoration.

As we are called as a Synod to meet and discern important aspects of the life of the Uniting Church in South Australia, may we continue to reflect on Psalm 111 as it asks of all of us to not only praise the Lord, but closes with a commendation of the worship of the Lord, and of the people who practice it.

Great are the works of the Lord;
            they are pondered by all who delight in them.
Glorious and majestic are his deeds,
            and his righteousness endures forever.
He has caused his wonders to be remembered;
            the Lord is gracious and compassionate.
He provides food for those who fear him;
            he remembers his covenant forever. (Psalm 111:2-5)