Friday, May 3, 2024

2 Chronicles 16:9

For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to show Himself strong on behalf of those whose heart is loyal to Him. 

Heavenly Father, You are so generous and kind. Never sleeping or slumbering like the false gods of the world. How I delight myself in awe wonder of You. I pray Lord to spend my days in loyalty and devotion to You. It is awesome to see Your strength in the lives of those I love and in my own weakness and frailties. My ways are before Your eyes, and You ponder my path. Your eyes are in every place keeping watch over on the evil and the good. This truth is chilling to those who do evil or at least it should be to bring them to repentance.  And is such a comfort to those of us who are submitted to You. O, LORD, my strength and my fortress, my refuge in the day of affliction show Yourself strong on my behalf as You lovingly answer my long-prayed prayers. Great is Your faithfulness which makes me forever grateful. You are the great and mighty God whose name is Lord of hosts. You are great in counsel and mighty in work. I thank You that You open to all the ways of the sons of men to give everyone according to his ways according to the fruit of his doing. I love You Lord, Amen.

Proverb 5:21, 15:3, Jeremiah 16:19 and Jeremiah 32:18


Thursday, May 2, 2024

Luke 23:28

But Jesus, turning to them said, "Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for Me, but weep for yourselves and for Your children.

Heavenly Father hear the cries of the mothers for their children. Be merciful and gracious and save those we love. There are days when our eyes are heavy with tears, and the burdens too great to bear. Far too many of our youth are living in captivity and unaware of the stronghold that grip them. Some Lord as You know are so far away from Your love, being seduced by the things of the world. While others are fighting for their lives battling sickness, disease and disabilities that are relentless, and the mothers weep in their helplessness. Father many of my sisters are worn and weary as they daily battle for the lives of the young and old for a mother's heart does not change for their child no matter the age. We cry out for those who are confused, depressed, and anxious to have clarity and peace. We cry out for those who have deceived themselves with various vices, such as gambling, pornography, sexual immorality, drugs and drinks to be of sober mind and pure hearts. We pray Lord for our loved ones who are fighting the good fight of faith even at a young age to remain steadfast and endure till the end. We lift to You our children who have been mocked, abused, and outcasted to know the treasure that they are and Your great love for them. We pray for those You have appointed to offices in towns, city/states and nations to lead well, to seek You first, to do what is true and just and not for personal gain or notoriety. Father comfort Your daughters today, make Your face to shine upon them. Lift their heads and remind them of Your Sons Jesus finished work to the cross, the pouring out of Your mercy and grace. Have You not said if we have faith to believe we will see Your goodness in the land of the living. Give grace to Your children this day to continue to rejoice in hope, patient in tribulation and steadfast in prayer. Do miracles today, Lord. We need You. Amen.

Psalm 27:13 and Romans 12:12

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

1 Peter 4:8

And above all things have a fervent love for one another for love will cover a multitude of sins. 

Heavenly Father, I have cried out for You at various times to hear a just cause, asking You to attend to my cry. I have asked at other times for You to give ear to my prayers which was not from deceitful lips. I have prayed many times for vindication in Your presence. My heart has been tested and retested through the trials and adversities of life. You have kept me away from the paths of the destroyer. You have upheld me and not allowed me to slip. Though at times my sorrow has multiplied, You have comforted me. You are my Lord and God who has preserved me. You have showed me Your lovingkindness and tender mercies faithfully and consistently. Your mercies are new every day. You have shown me a fervent love and covered a multitude of my sins. By this we know love, because You Jesus laid down Your life for us. I am forever grateful. So, I also ought to lay down my life for the lives of the brethren, help me Lord to do just that. I pray Lord to love You with all my heart, mind, soul and strength and my neighbor as myself. Jesus, You are the center of my life may You be glorified and magnified in all I do and speak. May I with ease and generosity have a warm and enthusiastic love for the brethren that encourages them to continue to fight the good fight so we may see Your face in righteousness and be satisfied when we awake in Your likeness. Amen.

Psalm 17, 1 John 3:16, Mark 12:30-31 and Psalm 17:15


Monday, April 29, 2024

1 Peter 1:17

And if you call on the Father, who without partiality judges according to each one's work, conduct yourselves throughout the time of your stay here in fear;

I thank You Lord for redeeming me by Your precious blood. You Lord Jesus are the spotless Lamb without blemish, none can take Your place. Try though we may to use corruptible things, like gold and silver or aimless conduct we have received by tradition to cleanse ourselves of unrighteousness it is in the turning and receiving by faith Your mercy and grace we are brought into new life. Therefore, may we this day gird up the loins of our mind, be sober and rest our hope fully upon Your grace. May we be as obedient children, not conforming ourselves to our former lust as in our ignorance. May the use of various vices we use to self soothe, comfort or avoid painful situations or heartache be put away forever. May we not be ignorant of the schemes of the enemy who desire to trip us up and keep us from victory in You. May our heart desire to be holy as You are holy be fulfilled by Your Holy Spirit as we surrender all. May we bow in humble adoration and separate ourselves from sin to live a life that glorifies You. May thanksgiving and praise to You our great God and King be the remedy for what ails us. Jesus be lifted high and magnified in and through us. May Your church arise. Amen.

 

Saturday, April 27, 2024

Judges 16:28

Then Samson called to the LORD and said, "O Lord God, please remember me and please strengthen me only this once, O God, that I may be avenged on the Philistines for my two eyes."

Dearest Father, I come to You today in humility and with a seeking heart for understanding. O Lord, You know me and visit me. Your words were found, and I ate them. Your words become joy to me, they are a delight to my heart. Father, I do not desire to sit in the company of revelers, those with outbursts of anger or those who slander but more importantly I do not desire to be one of them myself but ask those things in me to be crucified. Samson asked for You to restore his strength, but his motive was vengeance. He believed with his whole heart You would help him. But was he a paragon of virtue? Father, I confess in this day of darkness and turmoil, wickedness, lawlessness and hatred it is so easy to be ensnared by anger that can far too quickly turn to rage. Protect my heart of compassion to maintain meekness. Protect my brothers and sisters in Christ who are facing horrific injustices, being pressed on all sides. Keep them hidden in the secret place and may evil pass over them as they are covered in the blood of Christ. May we remember Your promise we are Your dearly beloved, not to avenge ourselves but rather give place unto wrath for vengeance is Yours and You will repay. You are the righteous judge. Father, I pray for those who are in places of war to remain steadfast looking up for their redemption draws nigh. Keep Your children in Your perfect peace and comfort them supernaturally in this hour. Lord, we desperately need You now. Maranatha.

Jeremiah 15:15-17, Hebrews 9:11-28, Romans 12:19, Luke 21:20-28 and 1 Corinthians 16:22


Friday, April 26, 2024

Matthew 4:16

The people who sat in darkness have seen a great light, and upon those who sat in the region and shadow of death Light has dawned. 

Praise to You Lord who created the heavens and stretched them out. Praise to You Lord who spread forth the earth and that which come from it. Bless You Lord who gives breath to the people on it, and spirit to those who walk on it. You the Lord have called us to righteousness. Dear Jesus, You were given as a covenant to the people, may all glory and honor be given You now and always. You are the Lord and Jesus is Your name. Your glory will not be given to another, nor praise to carved images. We behold the former things have come to pass and You have declared a new thing. We will sing to You Lord a new song. Praises from the end of the earth. Jesus may Your words prick the hearts of those in darkness "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Lord, I pray for those who are casting their nets in the wrong direction, living in ways that lead to death, may they leave their old ways behind and "Follow You." It is the most worthwhile journey to take with You holding our hands, leading and guiding us along the way, in the light of Your grace. The darkness looms over the hearts of many but You Lord Jesus shine bright piercing the dark and illuminate the heart. You never ceasing but ever increasing in brilliance and radiance. Thank You Jesus for Your light that dawns in those we love who are sitting in the shadow of death. Your praise forever on our lips. You are the LIGHT of the world. Amen.

Isaiah 42:5-10 and Matthew 4:12-22

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

1 Corinthians 16:13

Watch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strong.

You Lord Jesus are our fortress in adversity. In You, O Lord, I put my trust; let me never be ashamed; deliver me in Your righteousness. Bow down Your ear to me and answer my prayers for deliverance of the world from evil. You are my rock and refuge, a fortress of defense to save us. Lead us and guide us for You are our strength and into Your hands we commit our spirits. May You redeem us, O Lord God of truth. There are so many lies and much hate swirling around these days Father please pour out Your Holy Spirit to convict the world of sin and bring a great revival to the nations. May all heart's desire Your perfect peace and humbly submit to Your ways. Let all that we do be done in love. I have hated those who regard useless idols and put my trust in You Lord. I will be glad and rejoice in Your mercy for You have known my soul in adversities and keep me from the hands of the enemy. Have mercy Lord for those in trouble, whose eyes wastes away with grief. Strengthen and protect those who are living in fear because of hatred that surrounds them. Uphold them with Your righteous right hand. Deliver Your children from the hand of the enemy, those who persecute Your chosen ones. May the lying lips be silenced, which speak insolent things proudly and contemptuously against the righteous. How great is Your goodness, which You have laid up for those who fear You. In the presence of the sons of men You shall hide them in the secret place of Your presence, from the plots of men. Thank You Lord that You will keep them secretly in a pavilion. Blessed be the LORD, for You have and continue to show us marvelous kindness in hearing our supplications. Oh, love the Lord, all you His saints! For the Lord preserves the faithful, and fully repays the proud. Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all who hope in You Lord. Amen.

Psalm 31 and 1 Corinthians 16:14