I find myself, because of another project I am working on, reading ahead in the lectionary texts and commentary (I know, church nerd).  And last night, as I was relaxing and winding down toward sleep in preparation for a big Sunday of Joy, I was reading Isaiah 63:7-9: 7 I will tell of the kindnesses of the LORD,    the deeds for which he is to be praised,    according to all the LORD has done for us— yes, the many good things    he has done for Israel,    according to his compassion and many kindnesses. 8 He said, “Surely they are my people,    children who will be true to me”;    and so…