Here is part of our New Testament reading, from 1 Thessalonians: ‘We give thanks to God always for you all, constantly mentioning you in our prayers, remembering before our God and Father your work of faith and labour of love and steadfastness of hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. For we know, brethren beloved by God, that he has chosen you; for our gospel came to you not only in word, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction’.

Faith, hope and love – all three are mentioned in this short passage. It is to be noted that hope requires steadfastness, and love requires labour, and faith requires work. Today, in the power of God, may we accomplish all three; and may God bless you this day.