Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.
Dear Heavenly Father,
What a wonderful gift given through Your precious Son Jesus Christ, to become new. Father, as a believer I'm so thankful to be transformed into the likeness of Your Son. I rejoice in the joy that comes from living for You and serving others. Thank You for changing the way that I see the world by now looking at it through the eyes of faith. Thank You Father for blessing of the ministry of reconciliation. What a privilege to tell others of the Your wonders so they may be reconciled to You as well. Father, thank You for placing our sins on Your beautiful, faithful Son, who knew no sin. He is perfect in every way. Thank You for counting Jesus righteousness as our righteousness, when we ask forgiveness for our sin. It's just to awesome and wonderful to hold it in and not share it with the world. Thank You for loving me so much You gave Your Son as my ransom! Father, I pray to always be obedient to share this great gift with the world around me. I pray many, many, many will come to this life saving knowledge, that transforms us anew. Jesus, thank You for being You!!! So great and greatly to be praised!!! Amen.
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Song of Solomon 2:13
The fig tree puts forth her green figs, And the vines with the tender grapes give a good smell. Rise up, my love, my fair one, and come away!
Dear Jesus, You have called to me, to come away with You. Such a simple request, but I have delayed for far to many times, busy with the work of the day. Forgive me Lord, for not making You the highest priority. My soul long to walk with You in the cool of the day when cares are cast off like an apron when chores are completed. Lord, let me see Your face, and hear Your voice, for Your voice is sweet and Your face is lovely. You desire to bring me into Your banqueting house, with a banner over me that is love. How blessed am I, to be loved by the King of kings. You Jesus are like the most beautiful apple tree that stands out amongst the trees, robed in white and majesty. Lord, I settle down my heart to sit in Your shade with great delight. The fruit of Your word is so sweet to my taste, how it blesses me. You are the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys, I desire nothing, but to be with You. Amen.
PS I love You!
Song of Solomon 2
Dear Jesus, You have called to me, to come away with You. Such a simple request, but I have delayed for far to many times, busy with the work of the day. Forgive me Lord, for not making You the highest priority. My soul long to walk with You in the cool of the day when cares are cast off like an apron when chores are completed. Lord, let me see Your face, and hear Your voice, for Your voice is sweet and Your face is lovely. You desire to bring me into Your banqueting house, with a banner over me that is love. How blessed am I, to be loved by the King of kings. You Jesus are like the most beautiful apple tree that stands out amongst the trees, robed in white and majesty. Lord, I settle down my heart to sit in Your shade with great delight. The fruit of Your word is so sweet to my taste, how it blesses me. You are the rose of Sharon, and the lily of the valleys, I desire nothing, but to be with You. Amen.
PS I love You!
Song of Solomon 2
Monday, August 17, 2015
Psalm 46:10
Be still, and know I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.
Truly Father, I should be anxious for nothing. Only to clap my hands, and shout with a voice of triumph. You Lord God Most High are awesome and nothing is to difficult for You. You are the great King over all the earth. Thank You Jesus for coming into my life, so I may be still. I love You, Amen.
Psalm 47:1-2
Truly Father, I should be anxious for nothing. Only to clap my hands, and shout with a voice of triumph. You Lord God Most High are awesome and nothing is to difficult for You. You are the great King over all the earth. Thank You Jesus for coming into my life, so I may be still. I love You, Amen.
Psalm 47:1-2
Saturday, August 15, 2015
Proverbs 22:7
The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Most certainly there is wisdom in Your Word. Ah, and the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Father, I am concerned for Your church, many have turned from the way that is right that leads to life that is abundantly rich with You. The worlds financial economies are on shaky ground and far to many are overextended in debt, which has caused them to be enslaved to the wicked task master of the creditor. Father, I pray for those who's financial houses are out of order, using there resources to serve and feed their own bellies, forgetting why they have been giving the blessings in the first place. Greed has over taken us. We repent of this now. Forgive those who have used their resources to live lavish lifestyle forgetting You bless, so as to be blessings to others. Forgive us for setting wrong priorities, lusting for more of material things rather then seeking our fill from You the One who satisfies. Forgive those who have foolishly gambled away, not preparing for the days ahead, and help them to return to a stead course. Father, so many lives are out of control, fixing their eyes on the bling and shine of things and they have not what is needed for basic necessities such as; food, housing costs, transportation or health care for themselves or their precious children. Oh, Lord how many have forgotten to seek You first and Your kingdom and all these things would be added unto them. Father, I pray all will turn and walk the narrow road that leads to life. Open the eyes of those who do not see their overspending is the way that leads to destruction before it is to late. Father, I pray we will be like the prudent man who sees danger and takes refuge, not be as the simple who keep going and pays the penalty. Father, may Your transforming power flow upon this nations to restore it to its call to be a beckon of hope and refuge to the world. Jesus we need You now, marantha. Amen.
Proverbs 9:10, Matthew 6:33 and Proverbs 22:3
Dear Heavenly Father,
Most certainly there is wisdom in Your Word. Ah, and the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Father, I am concerned for Your church, many have turned from the way that is right that leads to life that is abundantly rich with You. The worlds financial economies are on shaky ground and far to many are overextended in debt, which has caused them to be enslaved to the wicked task master of the creditor. Father, I pray for those who's financial houses are out of order, using there resources to serve and feed their own bellies, forgetting why they have been giving the blessings in the first place. Greed has over taken us. We repent of this now. Forgive those who have used their resources to live lavish lifestyle forgetting You bless, so as to be blessings to others. Forgive us for setting wrong priorities, lusting for more of material things rather then seeking our fill from You the One who satisfies. Forgive those who have foolishly gambled away, not preparing for the days ahead, and help them to return to a stead course. Father, so many lives are out of control, fixing their eyes on the bling and shine of things and they have not what is needed for basic necessities such as; food, housing costs, transportation or health care for themselves or their precious children. Oh, Lord how many have forgotten to seek You first and Your kingdom and all these things would be added unto them. Father, I pray all will turn and walk the narrow road that leads to life. Open the eyes of those who do not see their overspending is the way that leads to destruction before it is to late. Father, I pray we will be like the prudent man who sees danger and takes refuge, not be as the simple who keep going and pays the penalty. Father, may Your transforming power flow upon this nations to restore it to its call to be a beckon of hope and refuge to the world. Jesus we need You now, marantha. Amen.
Proverbs 9:10, Matthew 6:33 and Proverbs 22:3
Thursday, August 13, 2015
Proverbs 17:17
A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.
Dear Lord,
How beautiful the determination Ruth showed towards Naomi. Stating wherever Noami would go she would go, and wherever Noami would lodge, she would lodge, Noami's people would be her people and Naomi's God would be her God. She was willing to die with Naomi. Oh, Lord how You blessed Ruth for her faithfulness. What a amazing example of friendship. Forgive me Lord for the times I have let friends down, or gotten angry when they had let me down. Transform my heart into one that is loyal, dependable and constant towards those You have bless me with. I have many faithful friends that have carried me during difficult time, whether it was the gift of hedging me in prayer, cooking a meal, rescuing me from various situations. Father, bless each one more than they could ever imagine. You know them and their needs, thank You for answering their personal prayers quickly. Many a sister have been born from adversity, and oh, Lord how I'm so very grateful! Ah, but there is one that is closer than a brother, You Beloved Jesus. There is none like You, never leaving, nor forsaking me. My sweet constant companion, I love You. May I follow Your example and heed Your words "A man who has friends must himself be friendly." So may I never drift from You. Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. How true Lord, of your children who co-labor together doing the work of spreading the gospel. Father, I lift up to You all those who long for friendships that are true, may they first be satisfied in a loving relationship with Your beautiful Son, Jesus, and then with sister and brothers who walk in Your ways. Father, heal the broken hearted who have been wounded by untrustworthy, callous, or self-absorbed so called friends. Restore them to step out an trust again, so they may know the gift of one who is there to lift them when they fall, to stand with them so they will not be overpowered by trials, sickness, or adversity. Father, You, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are the perfect threefold cord that is not broken, may we aspire to be so faithful to one another exemplifying Your nature. In Your name Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Proverbs 18:24, Ruth 1:16 and Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Dear Lord,
How beautiful the determination Ruth showed towards Naomi. Stating wherever Noami would go she would go, and wherever Noami would lodge, she would lodge, Noami's people would be her people and Naomi's God would be her God. She was willing to die with Naomi. Oh, Lord how You blessed Ruth for her faithfulness. What a amazing example of friendship. Forgive me Lord for the times I have let friends down, or gotten angry when they had let me down. Transform my heart into one that is loyal, dependable and constant towards those You have bless me with. I have many faithful friends that have carried me during difficult time, whether it was the gift of hedging me in prayer, cooking a meal, rescuing me from various situations. Father, bless each one more than they could ever imagine. You know them and their needs, thank You for answering their personal prayers quickly. Many a sister have been born from adversity, and oh, Lord how I'm so very grateful! Ah, but there is one that is closer than a brother, You Beloved Jesus. There is none like You, never leaving, nor forsaking me. My sweet constant companion, I love You. May I follow Your example and heed Your words "A man who has friends must himself be friendly." So may I never drift from You. Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor. How true Lord, of your children who co-labor together doing the work of spreading the gospel. Father, I lift up to You all those who long for friendships that are true, may they first be satisfied in a loving relationship with Your beautiful Son, Jesus, and then with sister and brothers who walk in Your ways. Father, heal the broken hearted who have been wounded by untrustworthy, callous, or self-absorbed so called friends. Restore them to step out an trust again, so they may know the gift of one who is there to lift them when they fall, to stand with them so they will not be overpowered by trials, sickness, or adversity. Father, You, Jesus and the Holy Spirit are the perfect threefold cord that is not broken, may we aspire to be so faithful to one another exemplifying Your nature. In Your name Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Proverbs 18:24, Ruth 1:16 and Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
1 Thessalonians 1:2
We give thanks to God always for you all, making mention of you in our prayers...
Dear Heavenly Father,
I thank You through Your beloved Son Jesus Christ for all my family and friends who put their faith and trust in You. Father, bless Your daughters who tirelessly tend to their children whether they are young or old. Bless the ladies that walk in Your ways an are lovely examples of pure hearts, who love their families as well as their neighbors. Bless my sisters who continually intercede on behalf of their loved ones, especially the wayward, prodigal or physical ill, may they see the fruit of prayers answered. Father strengthen the women who are weary from burden bearing, may they cast their care upon You for You care so deeply for them. Father, bless those who are elderly in age, mature in the Spirit and frail in body, may they find rest and healing under the shadow of Your wings. Father, bless the young and old men who walk in Your truth, honoring You not only with their minds but their hearts and bodies as well. Bless the older men with increased wisdom and stamina to speak and encourage the younger of males. Father, bless the gentlemen who are robed in righteousness, act in valore, love their families and tirelessly serve Your church. Father thank You for all my brother and sisters, that have ministered, bless, encouraged, rebuke and corrected me over the years. May Your love fall sweetly upon them all, in the most generous of ways. Father bless the missionaries around the world who love as Your beautiful and perfect Son loves. May You grant them the deepest desire of their hearts, keep them strong and courage as they share the good news around the globe. May their fruit feed many and their leaves heal those who are hurting. In Jesus name I give thanks and pray, Amen.
Dear Heavenly Father,
I thank You through Your beloved Son Jesus Christ for all my family and friends who put their faith and trust in You. Father, bless Your daughters who tirelessly tend to their children whether they are young or old. Bless the ladies that walk in Your ways an are lovely examples of pure hearts, who love their families as well as their neighbors. Bless my sisters who continually intercede on behalf of their loved ones, especially the wayward, prodigal or physical ill, may they see the fruit of prayers answered. Father strengthen the women who are weary from burden bearing, may they cast their care upon You for You care so deeply for them. Father, bless those who are elderly in age, mature in the Spirit and frail in body, may they find rest and healing under the shadow of Your wings. Father, bless the young and old men who walk in Your truth, honoring You not only with their minds but their hearts and bodies as well. Bless the older men with increased wisdom and stamina to speak and encourage the younger of males. Father, bless the gentlemen who are robed in righteousness, act in valore, love their families and tirelessly serve Your church. Father thank You for all my brother and sisters, that have ministered, bless, encouraged, rebuke and corrected me over the years. May Your love fall sweetly upon them all, in the most generous of ways. Father bless the missionaries around the world who love as Your beautiful and perfect Son loves. May You grant them the deepest desire of their hearts, keep them strong and courage as they share the good news around the globe. May their fruit feed many and their leaves heal those who are hurting. In Jesus name I give thanks and pray, Amen.
Monday, August 10, 2015
1 Corinthians 10:31
Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
Dear Lord,
Oh that we should set our minds on things above, where You are, not on things on the earth. Lord I love You and acknowledge You as God. Jesus I thank You for the gift to be hidden in You. Knowing You and receiving Your abounding love and mercy makes it easy to give You thanks in all thing. Ah, but how often Lord Jesus, I deny You the glory You rightly deserve. Forgive me Lord for all the times I think I have accomplished something, like creating a delightful meal, all the while it was You that made the fruits and veggies. Forgive me Lord Jesus for not thanking You for even the smallest sip of clean water, taken for granted that it was You who makes the flowing rivers. You, are my God, with cattle on a thousand hills, and barns and vats that overflow, thank You for providing for my every need. So Lord Jesus today I sing a new song, a song of praise and thanksgiving for all that You have blessed me with. Meeting and exceeding all my needs and the needs of my family and friends. Let me proclaim the good news of Your salvation from day to day. Declaring Your glory and giving You thanks among all the nations. You Lord are great and greatly to be praise, there is none, no not one like You. Thank You Lord for everything! I love You, Amen.
Colossians 3:2-3, Psalms 50:10 and Psalm 96:1-6
Dear Lord,
Oh that we should set our minds on things above, where You are, not on things on the earth. Lord I love You and acknowledge You as God. Jesus I thank You for the gift to be hidden in You. Knowing You and receiving Your abounding love and mercy makes it easy to give You thanks in all thing. Ah, but how often Lord Jesus, I deny You the glory You rightly deserve. Forgive me Lord for all the times I think I have accomplished something, like creating a delightful meal, all the while it was You that made the fruits and veggies. Forgive me Lord Jesus for not thanking You for even the smallest sip of clean water, taken for granted that it was You who makes the flowing rivers. You, are my God, with cattle on a thousand hills, and barns and vats that overflow, thank You for providing for my every need. So Lord Jesus today I sing a new song, a song of praise and thanksgiving for all that You have blessed me with. Meeting and exceeding all my needs and the needs of my family and friends. Let me proclaim the good news of Your salvation from day to day. Declaring Your glory and giving You thanks among all the nations. You Lord are great and greatly to be praise, there is none, no not one like You. Thank You Lord for everything! I love You, Amen.
Colossians 3:2-3, Psalms 50:10 and Psalm 96:1-6
Galatians 5:26
Let us not become conceited, provoking one another, envying one another.
Holy Father,
Forgive me for the times I knowingly or unknowingly boasted in things I have, or accomplishments achieved that have caused another to be envious. Forgive me for the times I have envied another or looking to things of the world and desiring it. May my boasting be of Your Son, Jesus and Him alone. By whom the world has be crucified to me, and like wise I to the world. Your Spirit lives in me, therefore may I walk in Your Spirit, exemplifying Your goodness, grace and gentleness. I lay aside all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy and no longer speaking evil. May I enjoy the pure milk of the Word like a new born baby, so I may grow and continue to testify that You Lord are gracious and forgiving. By Your power and might Jesus, I make my daily decision to deny myself of my wants, dreams, plans and goals being committed to Your will, ways, Word, and wisdom. May I pick up my cross and follow You this day, for You are the One true God. Father, I pray that others would notice the changes Your Spirit is bringing about in me, may they not be envious, but inspired to live for You as well. Not conforming to the world but being transformed by the renewing of our minds. Thank You Jesus for seeing to completion the work You have started in me. In Your precious name I give thanks and pray, Amen.
Galatians 5:25 and 6:14, 1 Peter 2:1-2, and Romans 12:2
Holy Father,
Forgive me for the times I knowingly or unknowingly boasted in things I have, or accomplishments achieved that have caused another to be envious. Forgive me for the times I have envied another or looking to things of the world and desiring it. May my boasting be of Your Son, Jesus and Him alone. By whom the world has be crucified to me, and like wise I to the world. Your Spirit lives in me, therefore may I walk in Your Spirit, exemplifying Your goodness, grace and gentleness. I lay aside all malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy and no longer speaking evil. May I enjoy the pure milk of the Word like a new born baby, so I may grow and continue to testify that You Lord are gracious and forgiving. By Your power and might Jesus, I make my daily decision to deny myself of my wants, dreams, plans and goals being committed to Your will, ways, Word, and wisdom. May I pick up my cross and follow You this day, for You are the One true God. Father, I pray that others would notice the changes Your Spirit is bringing about in me, may they not be envious, but inspired to live for You as well. Not conforming to the world but being transformed by the renewing of our minds. Thank You Jesus for seeing to completion the work You have started in me. In Your precious name I give thanks and pray, Amen.
Galatians 5:25 and 6:14, 1 Peter 2:1-2, and Romans 12:2
Saturday, August 8, 2015
James 3:14
But if you have bitter envy and self-seeking in your hearts, do not boast and lie against the truth.
Dear Heavenly Father,
The question asked "Who is wise and understanding among you?" With the response of "Let him show by good conduct in the meekness of wisdom." Hmm, I'm sure I have fallen way short over the year. I pray by the power of Your Holy Spirit living in me would to cause me turn from self-seeking and bitter envy. For this is not from above but earthly, sensual and demonic. Father, I desire for myself and for my brother and sisters to be filled with Your wisdom that is pure, peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits without partiality and hypocrisy. Father, may the blessing of righteousness be fruitful in sowing peace. Holy Spirit quicken in us, revealing the hidden spots in our hearts where jealousy, selfishness and thoughtlessness resides, so we may turn from it and seek the way that is right. And asking to be cleanse by the blood of Jesus. May joy bubble up and overflowing in us, to cause transformations in those around us. May harmony abound, as we serve the One true King and the Savior of the world Your precious and mighty Son, Jesus Christ. Thank You, Father for leaning Your ear to hear my prayer, Amen.
James 3:13-4:6
Dear Heavenly Father,
The question asked "Who is wise and understanding among you?" With the response of "Let him show by good conduct in the meekness of wisdom." Hmm, I'm sure I have fallen way short over the year. I pray by the power of Your Holy Spirit living in me would to cause me turn from self-seeking and bitter envy. For this is not from above but earthly, sensual and demonic. Father, I desire for myself and for my brother and sisters to be filled with Your wisdom that is pure, peaceable, gentle, willing to yield, full of mercy and good fruits without partiality and hypocrisy. Father, may the blessing of righteousness be fruitful in sowing peace. Holy Spirit quicken in us, revealing the hidden spots in our hearts where jealousy, selfishness and thoughtlessness resides, so we may turn from it and seek the way that is right. And asking to be cleanse by the blood of Jesus. May joy bubble up and overflowing in us, to cause transformations in those around us. May harmony abound, as we serve the One true King and the Savior of the world Your precious and mighty Son, Jesus Christ. Thank You, Father for leaning Your ear to hear my prayer, Amen.
James 3:13-4:6
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Such a simple command, to seek You first. Help me Lord Jesus to only want what You want in all situations, such as; fitness, finances, family or friendship. May my heart and mind search for You before for I move or act, resting in You and following Your lead. May I walk in Your ways and keep Your commandment so You shall lengthen my days. Jesus be the center and focus of my thoughts taking worry and concern for what I shall eat or what I shall wear out of view. For You have said life is more than eating and the body is more than clothing. Thank You Lord for the promise to be anxious for nothing, I only need to make my request known to You, my great God and King. So I shall listen carefully to You and eat what is good. Father, I pray You fill Your sons and daughter with all wisdom and understanding as we seek You first. In Jesus name, Amen.
1 Kings 3:13, Luke 12:22-31 and Isaiah 55:1-3
Monday, August 3, 2015
1 Timothy 6:6
Now godliness with contentment is great gain.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Your daughter sings with satisfaction, because You Lord God are in my midst. You assure me not to be afraid, or let not my hands be weak, for You are the Mighty One who saves. Your word says, You rejoice over me with gladness, and this brings me much joy. Oh, Lord Jesus how You quiet me with Your love. The mere thought of You rejoicing over me with singing, fills me with delight. To read these sweet word in the book of Zephaniah, just makes me want to dance! Lord I desire to be fully devoted to You, my Great God and King. May the thing I do and say bring honor to You, and may my actions be done with ease of mind. I pray Lord that the joy You have so lovingly blessed me with will flow through me touching others to bring forth much harvest. I pray Father, for those who are bound in legalism, to let go and find connection to Your truth. May the desire to see You in our circumstances produce Your Godly character in us. I pray to have peaceful acceptance of Your will in my life and the lives of those around me. I thank You Lord that this combination of godliness with contentment brings joy beyond measure. Jesus thank You for humbling Yourself , walking with us and showing us the way to live. I love and adore You. Amen.
Zephaniah 3:16-17
Dear Heavenly Father,
Your daughter sings with satisfaction, because You Lord God are in my midst. You assure me not to be afraid, or let not my hands be weak, for You are the Mighty One who saves. Your word says, You rejoice over me with gladness, and this brings me much joy. Oh, Lord Jesus how You quiet me with Your love. The mere thought of You rejoicing over me with singing, fills me with delight. To read these sweet word in the book of Zephaniah, just makes me want to dance! Lord I desire to be fully devoted to You, my Great God and King. May the thing I do and say bring honor to You, and may my actions be done with ease of mind. I pray Lord that the joy You have so lovingly blessed me with will flow through me touching others to bring forth much harvest. I pray Father, for those who are bound in legalism, to let go and find connection to Your truth. May the desire to see You in our circumstances produce Your Godly character in us. I pray to have peaceful acceptance of Your will in my life and the lives of those around me. I thank You Lord that this combination of godliness with contentment brings joy beyond measure. Jesus thank You for humbling Yourself , walking with us and showing us the way to live. I love and adore You. Amen.
Zephaniah 3:16-17
Sunday, August 2, 2015
Hebrews 4:12
For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than a two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joint and marrow, and is the discerner of thoughts and intents of the heart.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Your love gathers up the outcasts, heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds. You count the number of stars and call them all by name. Great are You Lord, and mighty in power. You send out Your command to the earth, and Your Word runs very swiftly. Your Word is a lamp to our feet and unto our path. As I meditate on Your Word, You bring correction into my thoughts and refocus my attention on You. Thank You for the Holy scriptures that reveal to me the intents of my heart, so when they are of the world I may quickly turn to Your way that is good. Thank You Lord for the Bible that is Your living Word, that is so powerful and accomplishes all You say and promise it will. I pray as people read it, it will penetrate their hearts brings freedom to their souls uniting them with Your Spirit. And grant us a strong desire to walk in Your ways. Staying the course on the narrow road, for You have said broad is the way that leads to destruction. Father thank You for Your instruction to put the whole armor on, including carrying the sword of the Spirit! Father, as we read and study please graph it on our hearts and minds so it will be readily available when needed. Thank You for the truth that when spoken specifically into a specific situation, it does not return void! Thank You for the blessing of the Holy Spirit that cause Your word to come forth from within us. May all we do and say bring glory to Your beloved Son Jesus. In His name I pray, Amen.
Psalm 147:2-5 &15. Epeshians 6
Dear Heavenly Father,
Your love gathers up the outcasts, heals the brokenhearted, and binds up their wounds. You count the number of stars and call them all by name. Great are You Lord, and mighty in power. You send out Your command to the earth, and Your Word runs very swiftly. Your Word is a lamp to our feet and unto our path. As I meditate on Your Word, You bring correction into my thoughts and refocus my attention on You. Thank You for the Holy scriptures that reveal to me the intents of my heart, so when they are of the world I may quickly turn to Your way that is good. Thank You Lord for the Bible that is Your living Word, that is so powerful and accomplishes all You say and promise it will. I pray as people read it, it will penetrate their hearts brings freedom to their souls uniting them with Your Spirit. And grant us a strong desire to walk in Your ways. Staying the course on the narrow road, for You have said broad is the way that leads to destruction. Father thank You for Your instruction to put the whole armor on, including carrying the sword of the Spirit! Father, as we read and study please graph it on our hearts and minds so it will be readily available when needed. Thank You for the truth that when spoken specifically into a specific situation, it does not return void! Thank You for the blessing of the Holy Spirit that cause Your word to come forth from within us. May all we do and say bring glory to Your beloved Son Jesus. In His name I pray, Amen.
Psalm 147:2-5 &15. Epeshians 6
Saturday, August 1, 2015
Acts 8:30
So Philip ran to him, and heard him reading the prophet Isaiah, and said, "Do you understand what you are reading?"
Heavenly Father thank you for sending Your Holy Spirit to dwell in me and to all who believe in Jesus. He is a wonderful counselor who teaches us, Imparting wisdom and understanding so we may comprehend and grow deeper in our love for You. In addition to this glorious gift of the Spirit who is more than able, I pray for the perseverance to diligently study the scriptures. May I be meticulous to present myself approved by You Lord, as a worker not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth. Father, just as Philip ran to aid and instruct the eunuch, I am grateful for all those over the years who have taught and instructed me on Your ways that are higher and better. Bless all those who teach Your word tirelessly and often unnoticed or unappreciated. Strengthen them daily to continue onward instructing the young in the way they should go so as not to depart from the faith. Lord make my heart willing to always ask for help from those who know You deeply and have great understanding in Your ways. I thank You Lord Jesus that Your Spirit is not given to us to study less, but to make our studying more effective. Father shut our mouths to profane and idle babbling for they will increase to more and more ungodliness. Oh, how their message will spread like cancer. Forgive me Lord and my brothers and sisters for the times we have not tamed our tongues or kept them from speaking Your words of truth. Holy Spirit continue to transform our minds to that of Christ. May we honor You with our time by reading Your Word, meditating on it day and night, sharing it with other who are lost, hurting, in dry places or are bound by strongholds. Jesus be glorified in and through us this day. May all glory and honor be Yours forever and ever. Amen.
2 Timothy 2:15-17
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