Psalm 72:12-20;

Proverbs 27; 2 Corinthians 8:10-21

David said to the Philistine, "You come to me with sword and spear and javelin; but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts."  1 Samuel 17:45

Jesus said, "Put your sword back into its place; for all who take the sword will perish by the sword." Matthew 26:52

Gracious and kind Lord, soften our sharp words. Make us slow to anger and fast to love. By living out your example, we are always protected by
your armor of love. In your name we pray. Amen.