from Rev Dr Richard Chung
March 2026 Daily Meditations
March 18
see... Romans 8:38–39
Nothing… will be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Meditation:Nothing means nothing. Rest in inseparable love.
Prayer:Hold me fast in your love. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 17
see... Psalm 23:1–2
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; he leads me beside still waters.
Meditation:The Shepherd provides, leads, and calms. Receive his care.
Prayer:Shepherd me today, O God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 16
see... Micah 6:8
What does the LORD require of you, but to do justice, to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?
Meditation:A simple rule for complex days: justice, kindness, humility.
Prayer:Train my steps to match your heart. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 15
see... Hebrews 12:1
Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us.
Meditation:Your race, your pace—keep going.
Prayer:Strengthen my stride today, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 14
see... 1 Peter 5:7
Casting all your worries on him, because he cares for you.
Meditation:Care is traded, not shared—give it all to Him.
Prayer:Caring God, I place my worries in your hands. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 13
see... Isaiah 26:3
You will keep whoever’s mind is stayed on you in perfect peace; because he trusts in you.
Meditation:Peace follows focus. Fix your thoughts on God.
Prayer:Fix my mind on you, and steady my heart. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 12
see... Ephesians 2:10
We are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works… that we should walk in them.
Meditation:You are crafted on purpose for a purpose.
Prayer:Lead me into today’s good works, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 11
see... Psalm 34:18
The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Meditation:Nearness is God’s medicine for aching places.
Prayer:Healer of hearts, be near to mine. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 10
see... Proverbs 3:5–6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart… In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
Meditation:Clarity often comes after trust, not before it.
Prayer:I trust you with this day—make the path plain. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 9
see... John 8:12
I am the light of the world. He who follows me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.
Meditation:Follow the Light and you’ll carry light.
Prayer:Lead me, Light of life. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 8
see... Philippians 4:6–7
In nothing be anxious… with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God… will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.
Meditation:Thanksgiving opens the door; peace stands guard.
Prayer:I bring my needs with thanks. Guard my heart with your peace. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 7
see... Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.
Meditation:Let God do renovation work inside—spring cleaning for the soul.
Prayer:Cleanse and renew me, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 6
see... Romans 12:12
Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; continue steadfastly in prayer.
Meditation:Three anchors for stormy days: joy, patience, and prayer.
Prayer:Fasten me to hope, O God, and keep me praying. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 5
see... Joel 2:13
Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness.
Meditation:Returning is always met by mercy. Turn your steps home.
Prayer:Gracious God, receive my returning and restore my heart. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 4
see... Psalm 121:1–2
I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
Meditation:Help has a Maker’s mark. Look up; help is on the way.
Prayer:Maker of all, be my help today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 3
see... Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest.
Meditation:Rest is received, not achieved. Bring the whole weight of today to Jesus.
Prayer:Jesus, I come tired. Give me your rest. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 2
see... Isaiah 43:2
When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.
Meditation:God doesn’t promise a detour around deep waters, but a hand to hold within them.
Prayer:Stay with me in every current, O Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
March 1
see... Psalm 27:1
The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Meditation:Fear loses power in the presence of God’s steady light. Begin the month facing the One who stands with you.
Prayer:Light of my life, push back every shadow with your nearness. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
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February 2026 Daily Meditations
February 5
see... Matthew 11:28
Come to me… I will give you rest.
Meditation:Rest is received, not achieved.
Prayer: I come tired, Jesus—give me your rest. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 6
see... Romans 5:5
Hope does not disappoint… God’s love poured into our hearts.
Meditation:Hope holds because love roots it.
Prayer: Pour your love into my heart today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 7
see... Proverbs 3:5–6
Trust in the Lord… and he will make straight your paths.
Meditation:Trust clears the road ahead.
Prayer:I trust you with my whole heart, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 8
see... Isaiah 55:6
Seek the Lord while he may be found.
Meditation:Seeking is answered by finding.
Prayer:I seek you today—let me find you near. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 9
see... Psalm 19:1
The heavens are telling the glory of God.
Meditation:Creation is today’s call to worship.
Prayer: Open my eyes to your glory around me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 10
see... Ephesians 4:2
With all humility and gentleness… bearing with one another in love.
Meditation:Gentleness is strength under control.
Prayer:Make me gentle and patient today, Lord. Amen
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 11
see... Psalm 23:1
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Meditation:Contentment grows where trust is planted.
Prayer:Shepherd me into contentment, God. Amen..
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 12
see... John 13:34
Love one another as I have loved you.
Meditation:Measure love by the cross, not convenience.
Prayer:Teach me cruciform love, Jesus. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 13
see... Psalm 51:10
Create in me a clean heart, O God.”
Meditation:Repentance is God’s renovation project.
Prayer:Cleanse and renew my heart today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 14
see... John 4:19
We love because he first loved us.
Meditation: All love begins as response.
Prayer:Let your first-love fuel my love for others. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 15
see... Hebrews 12:1
Run with perseverance the race set before us.
Meditation:Stay in your lane; keep your pace.
Prayer:Strengthen my stride for today’s race. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 16
see... Matthew 6:34
…do not worry about tomorrow…
Meditation:Grace is dated today.
Prayer:Keep me present to your provision now. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 17
see... Psalm 27:14
Wait for the Lord; be strong.
Meditation:Courage grows in the waiting room.
Prayer:Give me strong patience, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 18
see... Romans 12:2
…be transformed by the renewing of your minds…
Meditation:Think new to live new.
Prayer:Renew my mind by your Spirit and word. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 19
see... Isaiah 26:3
You keep in perfect peace those whose minds are stayed on you.
Meditation:Peace follows focus.
Prayer:Fix my thoughts on you, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 20
see... Matthew 5:6
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,…
Meditation:Holy hunger is a gift—feed it.
Prayer:Stir my appetite for your ways, God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 21
see... Psalm 32:7
You are my hiding place,...
Meditation:Safety is a Presence, not a place.
Prayer:Hide me in you today, O Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 22
see... 2 Corinthians 5:17
…if anyone is in Christ… new creation:..
Meditation:Newness is your truest story.
Prayer:Let me live from my new identity in you. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 23
see... Psalm 103:2
Bless the Lord… and do not forget all his benefits – ...
Meditation:Remembering fuels worship.
Prayer:Help me rehearse your goodness today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 24
see... John 8:12
…I am the light of the world…
Meditation:Walk behind the Light to avoid the ditch.
Prayer:Lead me, Light of life. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 25
see... Proverbs 4:23
Keep your heart with all vigilance,.
Meditation:Guard the wellspring; everything flows from it.
Prayer:Keep my heart alive and clean, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 26
see... Galatians 2:20
…it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me…
Meditation:Let Christ be the life within your life.
Prayer:Live your life through me today, Jesus. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 27
see... Psalm 34:8
…taste and see that the Lord is good;…
Meditation:Experience precedes explanation.
Prayer:Let me taste your goodness in ordinary moments. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
February 28
see... Ephesians 3:20
.far more than all we ask or imagine,...
Meditation:God’s capacity exceeds your requests.
Prayer:Do more than I can imagine for your glory, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
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January 2026 Daily Meditations
January 1
see... Lamentations 3:22–23
His mercies… are new every morning.
Meditation:Begin the year with mercy. God’s newness meets you right where you are.
Prayer:God of new mercies, renew my mind and my path today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 2
see...Proverbs 16:9
The human mind plans the way, but the Lord directs the steps.
Meditation:Make plans, then hold them open to God’s leading.
Prayer:Guide my steps, Lord, and shape my plans for good. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 3
see...Psalm 37:5
Commit your way to the Lord… and he will act.
Meditation:Surrender is the doorway to God’s action.
Prayer:I entrust this day to you, Lord—act in and through me. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 4
see... Isaiah 43:19
I am about to do a new thing;...
Meditation:Watch for the quiet sprout of newness breaking the soil of routine.
Prayer:Open my eyes to your new work, O God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 5
see...Psalm 25:5
Lead me in your truth and teach me,...
Meditation:Becoming is a lesson; ask to be taught today.
Prayer:Teacher God, lead me along your trustworthy path. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 6
see... Matthew 2:11
…they offered him gifts...
Meditation:On Epiphany, offer what you have—worship is your best gift.
Prayer:Jesus, I lay my gifts before you with joy. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 7
see... 1 John 1:7
…walk in the light as he himself is in the light.
Meditation:Honesty with God brings freedom.
Prayer:Light of the world, lead me into truthful living. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 8
see... Philippians 4:6
…in everything by prayer… let your requests be made known to God.
Meditation:Trade worry for prayer—again and again.
Prayer:I bring my concerns to you, Lord; give me your peace. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 9
see... Psalm 121:2
My help comes from the Lord,...
Meditation:Help has a name; look up.
Prayer:Helper God, steady and strengthen me today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 10
see... James 1:5
If any lacks wisdom, ask God,...
Meditation:Ask boldly; God gives generously.
Prayer:Grant me wisdom for each decision, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 11
see... Isaiah 40:31
…those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength,…
Meditation:Waiting is training; hope grows muscle.
Prayer:Renew my strength as I wait on you. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 12
see... Romans 12:12
Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer.
Meditation:Three moves for tough days: joy, patience, prayer.
Prayer:Anchor me in hope and endurance today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 13
see... Psalm 139:23
Search me, O God, and know my heart;...
Meditation:ALet God’s gaze heal what you hide.
Prayer:Search me and shape me in love, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver- January 14
see... Matthew 5:9
Blessed are the peacemakers,..
Meditation:Peace is made, not stumbled upon.
Prayer:Make me an instrument of your peace today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 15
see... Colossians 3:17
…do everything… giving thanks to God.
Meditation:Gratitude turns tasks into worship.
Prayer:Let thankfulness flavor my work and words. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 16
see... 2 Corinthians 12:9
My grace is sufficient for you,…
Meditation:Limits invite grace to shine.
Prayer:Be strong in my weakness today, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 17
see... Micah 6:8
…do justice, love kindness, walk humbly...
Meditation:Simple words; lifelong practice.
Prayer:Train my steps in justice, kindness, and humility. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 18
see... Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know that I am God!...
Meditation:Stillness is how the soul hears.
Prayer:Quiet me to know you, O God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 19
see... John 15:5
…apart from me you can do nothing.
Meditation:Stay connected; fruit follows.
Prayer:Keep me abiding in you, Jesus. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 20
see... Hebrews 10:24
…provoke one another to love and good deeds,...
Meditation:Be someone’s holy nudge today.
Prayer:Use me to spark love and goodness, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 21
see... Psalm 1:3
..like a tree planted by streams of water,...
Meditation:Roots first, fruit later.
Prayer:Plant me deep in your word, God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 22
see... Ephesians 2:10
..created in Christ Jesus for good works,...
Meditation:Purpose is a gift to receive and live.
Prayer:Lead me into today’s good works prepared by you. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 23
see... Psalm 19:14
Let the words of my mouth… be acceptable...
Meditation:Let speech become prayer
Prayer:Shape my words and thoughts to honor you. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 24
see... Romans 8:28
…all things work together for good…
Meditation:God weaves with dark and light threads
Prayer:I trust your goodness at work in all things. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 25
see... 1 Peter 5:7
Cast all your anxiety on him,...
Meditation:Offload fear; God’s hands are open.
Prayer:I place my worries with you, caring God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 26
see... Galatians 6:9
Do not grow weary in doing what is right,...
Meditation:Perseverance is love with long legs.
Prayer:Strengthen my endurance for good. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 27
see... Psalm 34:18
The Lord is near to the brokenhearted...
Meditation:God’s nearness is balm for bruised places.
Prayer:Hold the hurting—hold me—close today. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 28
see... Philippians 2:3
…in humility regard others as better than yourselves.
Meditation:Humility makes room for grace.
Prayer:Lower my pride; raise my love. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 29
see... Matthew 6:33
Seek first the kingdom of God...
Meditation:Order your loves; peace follows.
Prayer:First your kingdom, Lord—then everything else. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 30
see... Psalm 27:1
The Lord is my light and my salvation;...
Meditation:Light has already won; walk in it.
Prayer:Shine through my fears, O God. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
January 31
see... Jude 24
Now to him who is able to keep you from falling,...
Meditation:God’s keeping is steadier than your grip
Prayer:Keep me standing in your grace, Lord. Amen.
Knox United Church, Vancouver
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