| For nearly 65 years, The Upper Room Disciplines: A Book of Daily Devotions has invited people to create daily life with God and develop a habit of prayer and Bible study. Disciplines was created for those who long for a deeper daily spiritual practice. Through the years, Disciplines has offered fresh, contemporary reflections on the traditional readings from the Revised Common Lectionary. It has become a trusted companion for personal prayer and study, and an essential resource for pastors and Christian educators. Every year, Disciplines gathers a group of 53 Christian thought leaders from diverse faith traditions to explore both Old and New Testament passages. Each week, a different writer shares seven daily devotions and prayers, along with scripture overviews and thought-provoking questions. Writing on Galatians 5:22-25 for the June 24 reflection in Disciplines 2022, Lydia Wylie-Kellermann thoughtfully reflects: As I read this letter to the Galatians—written in a time of conflict—I am struck by the addition of the word 'joy' to the fruit of the Spirit. Discipleship is hard work, and too often we lose sight of joy.Kathy Khang shares a moving and vulnerable response in reaction to Jesus urging us to love our enemies in Luke 6:27-38: Honestly, I read this passage and I want to scream. I want Jesus to know why my enemies are my enemies. How can Jesus want me to love the very people who have been the cause of pain for my family and friends?
"What about the racists, Jesus? Do I love them?"
. . . "Yes, love them."
"Why?"
"Because I love you." Every contributor to Disciplines through the years has their own perspectives, but they all share a desire to reveal insights into life with our Creator and Savior. Walk in spiritual wisdom in 2022 with The Upper Room Disciplines. Available now
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