During Lent, our confirmation students met with mentors to talk about faith and life—growing in identity, belonging, and purpose through caring relationships. Together they also co-wrote reflections on a Bible verse, and we’ll be sharing these devotionals throughout the Easter season as an invitation to embrace thoughtful dialogue and respond to God’s grace with love in the world.

Today's Reflection was written by 8th Grader Byron Williams and his mentor Kevin Dempsey



Psalm 121:1–2
I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth”

I chose this version because it’s quoted in the Sound of Music, a movie my mom and I like. I use music to help me focus or calm down sometimes. Just like music helps me, God helps all of us too when we need Him. There is no situation too hard, no burden too heavy, and no fear too great for God. We all have times when we feel alone and helpless. If we take time to look up at God’s creation we can remember that God is always there to help us.

While it’s good to turn to things like music or other people when we need help, we should always remember that no matter what God is always there to help us in tough times when we feel like nothing else can help.

Today, lift your eyes. Whatever you are struggling with, place it in God’s hands.

Prayer

God thank you for all the food and the fun I have in life. Help me to remember to lift my eyes to you when life gets hard. Amen.