Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful.
Dear Heavenly Father,
It is both an honor and privilege to have the rank of a steward. Although we are servants it is vital that we manage the message and ministry that You have appointed us to. All the while remembering to be holy as You are holy. So Father as we set our sights on You, may it be revealed we are a cut above the rest in all areas of our lives; family, finance, fitness and friendships. How vital it is to not only shine in the inner circles of our lives but to the whole world around us. To what effect is it if we only release our joy inside the four corner of our dwelling place? How much grander to invite those we come in contact with to taste and see You are good. I pray Lord to be an extraordinary steward for the advancement of Your kingdom, bringing hope to the hopeless, peace to the anxious and direction to the lost. May the words of my testimony and actions of my days bear witness of Your love and mercy. Father as I observe those in ministry around me, I'm filled with admiration. Each one Lord serving in the area You have placed them, whether setting up for an event, preparing a meal, a voice in the choir, or the one who vacuums the floor after the celebration has ended. All the while they have joy in their hearts rejoicing because they have done it unto You. In love and sacrifice they are living examples of how Your beautiful Son Jesus lived, humble servant to all and yet a the greatest of stewards, as He has authority over all things. I pray Lord to be found faithful in all aspects of this life You have so graciously given. I know all to well the places I fallen very short. Strengthen me Lord to apply the mastery I've learned in one area to be steadfast in every facet for Your glory. May I live a life pleasing to You, and bring inspiration to others to do the same. Lord Jesus rule and reign in my heart, mind and soul. Amen.
1 Peter 1:16
Friday, February 26, 2016
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Jeremiah 15:16
Your words were found, and I ate them, and Your word to me the joy and rejoicing of my heart; for I am called by Your name, O Lord God of hosts.
Dear Lord God,
I pray to not depart from the commands of Your lips. but to treasure the words of Your mouth more than necessary food. What is better than thousands of coins of gold and silver? Your instruction. Your word is settled in the heaven, You've established the earth and it abides. Your faithfulness Lord Jesus endures to all generations. The Holy Bible Father is a rock of diamonds, a chain of pearls, and more precious than rubies. As I examine my own heart today, I question do I merely proclaim my love of Your word, or do I live it to the full. When those around me are battling the darkness, does my faith rise to the occasion of intercession on their behalf, or do I allow their grief to overtake me. I pray Lord for Your joy to overwhelm me so it will overflow and kiss those in my life that are enduring great trials. I pray Lord the rejoicing of my heart will be balm to a sister who is bleeding from an unexpected inflicted wound from a loved one. Father grant me the grace and patience to spoon feed Your word to those in my life that have not the strength to nourish their soul because their physical form is ailing. I pray the sharing of my testimony will be Your words that others will feast upon, and they will hear You calling them by name. Father, may the truth of Your scriptures be so satisfy to Your church all around the world that we will not be shaken or moved. May they know we are christian by our love, and the rejoicing in You. Thank You Lord for the promise You will return for Your beloved bride, may we be found ready. In You name Jesus I pray. Amen.
Jeremiah 23:12, Psalm 119:72, 89 and 90
Dear Lord God,
I pray to not depart from the commands of Your lips. but to treasure the words of Your mouth more than necessary food. What is better than thousands of coins of gold and silver? Your instruction. Your word is settled in the heaven, You've established the earth and it abides. Your faithfulness Lord Jesus endures to all generations. The Holy Bible Father is a rock of diamonds, a chain of pearls, and more precious than rubies. As I examine my own heart today, I question do I merely proclaim my love of Your word, or do I live it to the full. When those around me are battling the darkness, does my faith rise to the occasion of intercession on their behalf, or do I allow their grief to overtake me. I pray Lord for Your joy to overwhelm me so it will overflow and kiss those in my life that are enduring great trials. I pray Lord the rejoicing of my heart will be balm to a sister who is bleeding from an unexpected inflicted wound from a loved one. Father grant me the grace and patience to spoon feed Your word to those in my life that have not the strength to nourish their soul because their physical form is ailing. I pray the sharing of my testimony will be Your words that others will feast upon, and they will hear You calling them by name. Father, may the truth of Your scriptures be so satisfy to Your church all around the world that we will not be shaken or moved. May they know we are christian by our love, and the rejoicing in You. Thank You Lord for the promise You will return for Your beloved bride, may we be found ready. In You name Jesus I pray. Amen.
Jeremiah 23:12, Psalm 119:72, 89 and 90
Monday, February 22, 2016
Jeremiah 17:5
Thus says the Lord, "Cursed is the man who trust in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart departs from the Lord."
Dear Heavenly Father,
May my hope be found in nothing more than Jesus Christ. You have promised blessed is the one whose hope and trusts in You. They shall be like a tree planted by waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, will not fear when heat comes because its leaves will remain green. Nor be anxious in drought because it will not ceasing in yielding fruit. Thank You Father for the privilege to meet people over the years that are like mighty trees. Like the young couple who lost their chicken farm because they were run out of town for believing in You, and yet they continue on giving thanks. The young boy who has been bullied in school yet declares that You are doing a work in him, The old women who has endured a serious mental illness, but still had joy deep down in her soul. The man who despite disappointment and rejection continues to walk a single life of peace in You. The gentlemen who is so socially awkward, yet is found praising You in church unashamed. Oh, Father there are countless others who have surrendered their plans, dreams and lives to You, not trusting in their own strength, or the strength of others. True hero's and defenders of the faith. You have said "Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help. Whose hope is in the Lord his God, who made heaven and earth, the sea and all that is in them." Who keeps the truth forever. Those who execute justice for the oppressed, give food to the hungry and freedom to the prisoner. Bless them Lord with every good and perfect gift from above. You Lord Jesus open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. And You are near to all that call upon You. Father, as I think upon all those over the ages who have remained steadfast in faith, the nameless, faceless people, the saints who one day I pray to be in the midst with gathered around Your throne worshiping and adoring You for all eternity. Yes, Lord this is my one desire to honor You. Amen.
Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 146:5-7, Psalm 145:16-20
Dear Heavenly Father,
May my hope be found in nothing more than Jesus Christ. You have promised blessed is the one whose hope and trusts in You. They shall be like a tree planted by waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, will not fear when heat comes because its leaves will remain green. Nor be anxious in drought because it will not ceasing in yielding fruit. Thank You Father for the privilege to meet people over the years that are like mighty trees. Like the young couple who lost their chicken farm because they were run out of town for believing in You, and yet they continue on giving thanks. The young boy who has been bullied in school yet declares that You are doing a work in him, The old women who has endured a serious mental illness, but still had joy deep down in her soul. The man who despite disappointment and rejection continues to walk a single life of peace in You. The gentlemen who is so socially awkward, yet is found praising You in church unashamed. Oh, Father there are countless others who have surrendered their plans, dreams and lives to You, not trusting in their own strength, or the strength of others. True hero's and defenders of the faith. You have said "Happy is he who has the God of Jacob for his help. Whose hope is in the Lord his God, who made heaven and earth, the sea and all that is in them." Who keeps the truth forever. Those who execute justice for the oppressed, give food to the hungry and freedom to the prisoner. Bless them Lord with every good and perfect gift from above. You Lord Jesus open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing. And You are near to all that call upon You. Father, as I think upon all those over the ages who have remained steadfast in faith, the nameless, faceless people, the saints who one day I pray to be in the midst with gathered around Your throne worshiping and adoring You for all eternity. Yes, Lord this is my one desire to honor You. Amen.
Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 146:5-7, Psalm 145:16-20
Saturday, February 20, 2016
Hebrews 5:14
But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.
Heaven Father,
Oh, the benefits of leaving the basics to go on to perfection. The maturity of Your children is evident in those who have made a habit of obeying the message of righteousness. If we are only to simple partake of the milk we are like the one who sleeps at the edge of the bed, risking a fall to the floor. But what a blessing to feast on the meat of Your word, allowing it to nourish and grow our faith so it is big and strong. Father I pray for those who have fallen away, because even though they heard the truth and appeared to believe, they eventually reveal their shallow adherence to Your Son. If salt loses it saltiness how does it become salty again? Lord have mercy, forgive them they no not what they do. But as for us Lord may we be continually empowered by Your Spirit to be sober, reverent, temperate, sound of faith, in love and patience, not slanderers, but teachers of good things, admonishing the younger to love their spouse and children, to be discreet, chaste, and obedient to Your word. Father may Your children by found well pleasing by You. I pray Your people will be zealous for every good work! Grant us boldness to exhort and rebuke a brother or sister when they are going a stray with complete understanding this is sincere love. Forgive us Lord for many have taken to slumber, or enjoy the tickling of the ears, the faith muscles of the church have atrophied. This decline of effectiveness is greatly troubling, Lord shake those who sleep, shout repentance in the ears of the complacent. and challenge those who have spiritual weakness. Father fill Your chosen to overflow with the power of Your Spirit not to back down, to be champions of the faith, correcting the wayward church. Restore us Lord Jesus, revive us Lord Jesus, and rebuke us Lord Jesus and lead us to repentance. For Your glory Father, Amen.
Hebrews 5:13 and 6:1-4, Luke 23:34 Titus 2:1-10 and 14-15
Heaven Father,
Oh, the benefits of leaving the basics to go on to perfection. The maturity of Your children is evident in those who have made a habit of obeying the message of righteousness. If we are only to simple partake of the milk we are like the one who sleeps at the edge of the bed, risking a fall to the floor. But what a blessing to feast on the meat of Your word, allowing it to nourish and grow our faith so it is big and strong. Father I pray for those who have fallen away, because even though they heard the truth and appeared to believe, they eventually reveal their shallow adherence to Your Son. If salt loses it saltiness how does it become salty again? Lord have mercy, forgive them they no not what they do. But as for us Lord may we be continually empowered by Your Spirit to be sober, reverent, temperate, sound of faith, in love and patience, not slanderers, but teachers of good things, admonishing the younger to love their spouse and children, to be discreet, chaste, and obedient to Your word. Father may Your children by found well pleasing by You. I pray Your people will be zealous for every good work! Grant us boldness to exhort and rebuke a brother or sister when they are going a stray with complete understanding this is sincere love. Forgive us Lord for many have taken to slumber, or enjoy the tickling of the ears, the faith muscles of the church have atrophied. This decline of effectiveness is greatly troubling, Lord shake those who sleep, shout repentance in the ears of the complacent. and challenge those who have spiritual weakness. Father fill Your chosen to overflow with the power of Your Spirit not to back down, to be champions of the faith, correcting the wayward church. Restore us Lord Jesus, revive us Lord Jesus, and rebuke us Lord Jesus and lead us to repentance. For Your glory Father, Amen.
Hebrews 5:13 and 6:1-4, Luke 23:34 Titus 2:1-10 and 14-15
Friday, February 19, 2016
Luke 22:32
"But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren."
Dear Lord Jesus,
How merciful and gracious You are. You so lovingly restored Peter even before he denied You. You see and know the heart of every man. You are sovereign and in control of all thing, everything must pass through Your hands. As we face various trials and testing that are ultimately for our good and Your glory, it is far to easy to succumb to self-pity. The excessive, self-absorbed unhappiness over one's own troubles can quickly over take our thoughts and actions. Ah, but the joy of You is our strength. You Jesus are our ever present help in times of need. God You are are refuge may we be found hidden in You. Father, by the power of Your Spirit living in us, may we persevere through this life, even when a spouse walks out, a sister robs from us, a young loved one is called home even when it was strongly believed for Your healing touch. May we continue to praise You, thanking You, and surrendering to You good and perfect will. Even Lord when we can't see where the road is going may we cling to Your side, resting in You, knowing You will lead us to safety. I'm always filled with awestruck wonder when I hear the testimony of those who have gone through grievous trials and have risen victorious in You. They have forgiven, extended mercy and grace where others would have demanded their way. Those who have picked up their cross daily to follow You sparkle and shine encouraging other to fight the good fight, is truly a remarkable sight. Jesus, may we rejoice because You are consistently interceding on our behalf, You the King of the universe praying for the wretches like us. Thank You Lord Jesus, Amen.
Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 46:1 and Colossians 3:3
Dear Lord Jesus,
How merciful and gracious You are. You so lovingly restored Peter even before he denied You. You see and know the heart of every man. You are sovereign and in control of all thing, everything must pass through Your hands. As we face various trials and testing that are ultimately for our good and Your glory, it is far to easy to succumb to self-pity. The excessive, self-absorbed unhappiness over one's own troubles can quickly over take our thoughts and actions. Ah, but the joy of You is our strength. You Jesus are our ever present help in times of need. God You are are refuge may we be found hidden in You. Father, by the power of Your Spirit living in us, may we persevere through this life, even when a spouse walks out, a sister robs from us, a young loved one is called home even when it was strongly believed for Your healing touch. May we continue to praise You, thanking You, and surrendering to You good and perfect will. Even Lord when we can't see where the road is going may we cling to Your side, resting in You, knowing You will lead us to safety. I'm always filled with awestruck wonder when I hear the testimony of those who have gone through grievous trials and have risen victorious in You. They have forgiven, extended mercy and grace where others would have demanded their way. Those who have picked up their cross daily to follow You sparkle and shine encouraging other to fight the good fight, is truly a remarkable sight. Jesus, may we rejoice because You are consistently interceding on our behalf, You the King of the universe praying for the wretches like us. Thank You Lord Jesus, Amen.
Nehemiah 8:10, Psalm 46:1 and Colossians 3:3
Thursday, February 18, 2016
Habakkuk 2:20
"But the Lord is in His holy temple. Let all the earth keep silence before Him."
Dear Father,
You are wholly everywhere, and the hole of You is nowhere. Such knowledge is so high I cannot attain it apart from Your Spirit teaching me. You dwell in the heavens and yet here on earth. You Lord are in Your holy temple, period. You are waiting in patience to judge. Woe to those who make idols and frame them or are praying to lifeless stones. Father, open their eyes to see the reading of the palm and the seeking of their future in the stars is a great offense to You that one day You will righteously judge. Your temple Lord is not made with human hand that we should take any credit for that which Yours have made. We are a people of many words, rushing in with our demands, concerns and petitions all the while never being still before You our great God and King to hear Your good and perfect will for each of us. How awful the sound of our murmuring and complaining, our dissatisfaction with the things in our lives. Help us Lord, as we surrender our will into Your loving care to be molded and shaped in the image of Christ by Your sovereignty that has allowed our current circumstances. Out of reverential fear and submission to You I pray, waiting and depending upon You, as You silence the enemies who have arisen and continue to rise up against Your truth as written in Your Holy Word. Even Your church Lord has gone astray, thinking themselves more highly than they ought, having a form of godliness but denying Your power. Many in the day of judgement will say Lord, Lord did we not prophesy in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and have done many wonders in Your name. Oh, but I shiver to know You will say "I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!" Father in Your great mercy, open the eyes of the deceived to see the error of their ways. The secret folly of even the elect will be exposed, those who are lovers of money, lovers of material goods and smooth talkers tickling the ears of those who are just as prideful. Silence the preacher who puff up himself and others. Twisting Your words to lure people astray. Teach us by Your Spirit as we sit in humble quiet submission, Your ways, and may we always be in awe and wonder of You not perverting the Gospel for personal gain. Jesus be the center of every area and aspect of our lives, and may we be living examples of You to the lost and dying world. All glory and honor are Yours Jesus forever and ever. Amen.
Romans 12:3 and Matthew 7:21-23
Dear Father,
You are wholly everywhere, and the hole of You is nowhere. Such knowledge is so high I cannot attain it apart from Your Spirit teaching me. You dwell in the heavens and yet here on earth. You Lord are in Your holy temple, period. You are waiting in patience to judge. Woe to those who make idols and frame them or are praying to lifeless stones. Father, open their eyes to see the reading of the palm and the seeking of their future in the stars is a great offense to You that one day You will righteously judge. Your temple Lord is not made with human hand that we should take any credit for that which Yours have made. We are a people of many words, rushing in with our demands, concerns and petitions all the while never being still before You our great God and King to hear Your good and perfect will for each of us. How awful the sound of our murmuring and complaining, our dissatisfaction with the things in our lives. Help us Lord, as we surrender our will into Your loving care to be molded and shaped in the image of Christ by Your sovereignty that has allowed our current circumstances. Out of reverential fear and submission to You I pray, waiting and depending upon You, as You silence the enemies who have arisen and continue to rise up against Your truth as written in Your Holy Word. Even Your church Lord has gone astray, thinking themselves more highly than they ought, having a form of godliness but denying Your power. Many in the day of judgement will say Lord, Lord did we not prophesy in Your name, cast out demons in Your name, and have done many wonders in Your name. Oh, but I shiver to know You will say "I never knew you; depart from Me, you who practice lawlessness!" Father in Your great mercy, open the eyes of the deceived to see the error of their ways. The secret folly of even the elect will be exposed, those who are lovers of money, lovers of material goods and smooth talkers tickling the ears of those who are just as prideful. Silence the preacher who puff up himself and others. Twisting Your words to lure people astray. Teach us by Your Spirit as we sit in humble quiet submission, Your ways, and may we always be in awe and wonder of You not perverting the Gospel for personal gain. Jesus be the center of every area and aspect of our lives, and may we be living examples of You to the lost and dying world. All glory and honor are Yours Jesus forever and ever. Amen.
Romans 12:3 and Matthew 7:21-23
Monday, February 15, 2016
Jonah 1:2
"Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and cry out against it, for their wickedness has come up before Me."
Jesus, You have stated more than once, an evil and adulterous people seek after a sign, but the only sign given was by the prophet Jonah. Your crucifixion, burial and resurrection was, is and will always be the greatest of miracles, signs and wonders. I pray that all will come to repentance. Just as Jonah went to the city of Nineveh and warned them of their sin, by Your Holy Spirit may we speak to the lost and wicked generation, proclaiming the good news that will save their souls. There are wonders all around us, every day something new to behold, but how arrogant we are to not even notice, or be underwhelmed by Your greatness, forgive us Lord. Far to many think themselves more highly than they ought, and I was the among the worst of them. The mindset that they themselves are god, demanding to be exalted by the world around them. Father, everyone wanting what they want when they want it, living in a state of dissatisfaction rejecting Your Son the only One who can satisfy and restore us to fellowship with You. Jesus please be the center. Far to many Lord have led people away from You by teaching a false gospel. They lie saying we can be healthy, wealthy and wise. Like sheep to the slaughter many follow the way that leads to death. Father, pour out Your Spirit and anoint the lips of those who truly love You and want to serve You. May the words of our testimony be a blessing of conviction that will save a soul. May we not be ashamed of the gospel that is power of life and death. Father, bring revival across this nation. Jesus be lifted high in every heart. Forgive those who demand a sign for they know not what they do. Father, I confess I am frighten for when Your judgment comes countless will not be found ready. Your grace Lord is amazing, so may they taste and see You are good. When they heard the truth from Jonah, they heeded the word and turned from their wicked ways and You loving and mercifully withheld Your punishment. Oh Father that the multitudes would fall to their knees and call upon the name above all name, Jesus and be saved. This is Your promise and You are not a liar and shall not be mocked. You are angry with the wicked every day so may we be holy as You are holy. Amen.
Matthew 12:39 and 16:4, Luke 11:29, Mark 8:12, Psalm 34:8 and 7:11 and 1 Peter 1:16
Jesus, You have stated more than once, an evil and adulterous people seek after a sign, but the only sign given was by the prophet Jonah. Your crucifixion, burial and resurrection was, is and will always be the greatest of miracles, signs and wonders. I pray that all will come to repentance. Just as Jonah went to the city of Nineveh and warned them of their sin, by Your Holy Spirit may we speak to the lost and wicked generation, proclaiming the good news that will save their souls. There are wonders all around us, every day something new to behold, but how arrogant we are to not even notice, or be underwhelmed by Your greatness, forgive us Lord. Far to many think themselves more highly than they ought, and I was the among the worst of them. The mindset that they themselves are god, demanding to be exalted by the world around them. Father, everyone wanting what they want when they want it, living in a state of dissatisfaction rejecting Your Son the only One who can satisfy and restore us to fellowship with You. Jesus please be the center. Far to many Lord have led people away from You by teaching a false gospel. They lie saying we can be healthy, wealthy and wise. Like sheep to the slaughter many follow the way that leads to death. Father, pour out Your Spirit and anoint the lips of those who truly love You and want to serve You. May the words of our testimony be a blessing of conviction that will save a soul. May we not be ashamed of the gospel that is power of life and death. Father, bring revival across this nation. Jesus be lifted high in every heart. Forgive those who demand a sign for they know not what they do. Father, I confess I am frighten for when Your judgment comes countless will not be found ready. Your grace Lord is amazing, so may they taste and see You are good. When they heard the truth from Jonah, they heeded the word and turned from their wicked ways and You loving and mercifully withheld Your punishment. Oh Father that the multitudes would fall to their knees and call upon the name above all name, Jesus and be saved. This is Your promise and You are not a liar and shall not be mocked. You are angry with the wicked every day so may we be holy as You are holy. Amen.
Matthew 12:39 and 16:4, Luke 11:29, Mark 8:12, Psalm 34:8 and 7:11 and 1 Peter 1:16
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Daniel 2:21
And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings; He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding.
Lord I will bless Your Holy name forever and ever. You are wisdom and might. You reveal the deep and hidden things, and You know what is in the darkness. So Father please reveal the things both good and bad in the hearts of the candidates running for the place of highest honor and responsibility in this nation. You Lord are the one who raises up leaders. We need You to guides and instruct us on who is the one worthy of such respect and privilege . Lord we are not worthy of Your favor as we have strayed far from You. Forgive us Lord, correct the errors of our ways and restore us to the way that is right and leads to life. Awake Your children who have fallen into slumber, shake those who are in a stupor and revive the hearts that have grown weary. Hear Lord the prayers of the faithful, who have remained steadfast to Your Word. Strength and empower by Your Spirit the pure of heart that have a strong desire to honor You not only with there lips as a man please, but honor You with all that is is their hearts. Father protect those who You have appointed for such a time as this govern this nation from the smallest of towns to the Capitol. Encamp Your angels around the brave men and women who are the defenders of the faith, go before them granted them favor and guard them from every form of evil. May they speak boldly and with confidence and bless them with wise council. Speak clear direction and encouragement to them in their prayers and as they seek You in the Holy Word. Come Lord Jesus come. We need You! Be glorified in the great land which You have made free. Amen.
Daniel 2:14-23
Lord I will bless Your Holy name forever and ever. You are wisdom and might. You reveal the deep and hidden things, and You know what is in the darkness. So Father please reveal the things both good and bad in the hearts of the candidates running for the place of highest honor and responsibility in this nation. You Lord are the one who raises up leaders. We need You to guides and instruct us on who is the one worthy of such respect and privilege . Lord we are not worthy of Your favor as we have strayed far from You. Forgive us Lord, correct the errors of our ways and restore us to the way that is right and leads to life. Awake Your children who have fallen into slumber, shake those who are in a stupor and revive the hearts that have grown weary. Hear Lord the prayers of the faithful, who have remained steadfast to Your Word. Strength and empower by Your Spirit the pure of heart that have a strong desire to honor You not only with there lips as a man please, but honor You with all that is is their hearts. Father protect those who You have appointed for such a time as this govern this nation from the smallest of towns to the Capitol. Encamp Your angels around the brave men and women who are the defenders of the faith, go before them granted them favor and guard them from every form of evil. May they speak boldly and with confidence and bless them with wise council. Speak clear direction and encouragement to them in their prayers and as they seek You in the Holy Word. Come Lord Jesus come. We need You! Be glorified in the great land which You have made free. Amen.
Daniel 2:14-23
Friday, February 12, 2016
John 9:35
Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when He had found him, He said to him, "Do you believe in the Son of God?"
I Believe, I believe, I believe You Jesus are the Son of God! Everywhere You went people where amazed at Your miraculous power, each miracle a revealing of Your divinity and Messiahship. But how much more blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe. Lord, those who believe even though they mourn the lose of loved ones, those who even though they are battling illness, even from birth and those who are waiting upon their miracle a touch from You but still boldly declare Jesus is Lord, is an awesome testimony that will one day reap a great reward. Your children will never be put to shame, for You are I AM and who ever calls upon Your name will be saved. For in the beginning was the Word, and You Jesus were there from the start. In You there is life and light that shines in the darkness. There are those Lord that do not comprehend it, open their eyes as You have lovingly done for me and so many before me, so all may believe and worship You alone. Blessed are those Lord who are spiritually poor and know they need You, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the pure of heart, the ones who are uncontaminated by false teachings, worldly desires, and are single minded for they shall see You. We are drawn to redemption by grace in Your eyes, Your love so amazing and divine. Blessed be Your name Jesus, Amen.
John 20:29, Joel 2:26, 32, John 1:1-4 and Matthew 5:1-13
I Believe, I believe, I believe You Jesus are the Son of God! Everywhere You went people where amazed at Your miraculous power, each miracle a revealing of Your divinity and Messiahship. But how much more blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe. Lord, those who believe even though they mourn the lose of loved ones, those who even though they are battling illness, even from birth and those who are waiting upon their miracle a touch from You but still boldly declare Jesus is Lord, is an awesome testimony that will one day reap a great reward. Your children will never be put to shame, for You are I AM and who ever calls upon Your name will be saved. For in the beginning was the Word, and You Jesus were there from the start. In You there is life and light that shines in the darkness. There are those Lord that do not comprehend it, open their eyes as You have lovingly done for me and so many before me, so all may believe and worship You alone. Blessed are those Lord who are spiritually poor and know they need You, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are the pure of heart, the ones who are uncontaminated by false teachings, worldly desires, and are single minded for they shall see You. We are drawn to redemption by grace in Your eyes, Your love so amazing and divine. Blessed be Your name Jesus, Amen.
John 20:29, Joel 2:26, 32, John 1:1-4 and Matthew 5:1-13
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
2 Corinthians 7:10
For godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation, not to be regretted, but the sorrow of the world produces death.
How often one will say to another, "I'm sorry for making such trouble.", or "Boy, I'm sorry I got caught.", but this is not true sorrowful repentance. This type of apology is just earthy regret that lead to demise. Oh, Father it is pure joy to behold when someone comes to the understanding how sin grieves You. When they are filled with godly sorrow, that causes them to turn from their ways to Yours, is truly the greatest miracle of them all. For Your type of sorrow comes from the revelation we have breached Your holy law. I pray Father Your Holy Spirit would awaken the minds of the deceived, bringing forth an unrest and a knowing they need to find pardon through Your great mercy. Lord I pray today may be the day of salvation for many as the fields are white and ready. How great Father is your plan to restore Your creation to You. How You desire to be in fellowship with us, whom Your hand so lovingly formed. Your kindness should lead us to repentance and our finding rest in the promise as far as east is from the west, so far You removed our transgressions from us. We only need to see the symbol of the cross and imagine Christ's out stretched arms opened wide to embrace and beckon sinners to come home. Father, I am overwhelmed with gratitude as I recall the day of my salvation, the coming out of the darkness and into Your marvelous Light. You having giving me joy that is peace dancing. I love You Jesus the Savior of my wretched soul. Amen.
Psalm 103:12
How often one will say to another, "I'm sorry for making such trouble.", or "Boy, I'm sorry I got caught.", but this is not true sorrowful repentance. This type of apology is just earthy regret that lead to demise. Oh, Father it is pure joy to behold when someone comes to the understanding how sin grieves You. When they are filled with godly sorrow, that causes them to turn from their ways to Yours, is truly the greatest miracle of them all. For Your type of sorrow comes from the revelation we have breached Your holy law. I pray Father Your Holy Spirit would awaken the minds of the deceived, bringing forth an unrest and a knowing they need to find pardon through Your great mercy. Lord I pray today may be the day of salvation for many as the fields are white and ready. How great Father is your plan to restore Your creation to You. How You desire to be in fellowship with us, whom Your hand so lovingly formed. Your kindness should lead us to repentance and our finding rest in the promise as far as east is from the west, so far You removed our transgressions from us. We only need to see the symbol of the cross and imagine Christ's out stretched arms opened wide to embrace and beckon sinners to come home. Father, I am overwhelmed with gratitude as I recall the day of my salvation, the coming out of the darkness and into Your marvelous Light. You having giving me joy that is peace dancing. I love You Jesus the Savior of my wretched soul. Amen.
Psalm 103:12
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
1 Peter 2:17
Honor all people. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honor the king.
Dear Heavenly Father,
You are Creator, Supreme, and Everlasting and the One who is to be revered and in awe of. May we give due honor to all people according to their place, station and circumstance, understanding this is Your divine will that was bestowed upon them, whether believers or unbelievers. And may we Lord love the brethren that much more and deeply knowing they are our co-laborers for Your glory. May the special affection we have for our brothers and sister in You be evident to the world around us causing a stirring and curiosity that will lead them to You our great God and King. Help us Lord as sojourners who live in a godless culture distance ourselves from fleshly lusts, earthly values and obsessions, but at the same time may our conduct be so loving and full of integrity that it can win over the hearts of unbelievers as shown by the evidence of You in our lives. May faultfinders be silenced as they observe our submission to You. May our walk of obedience bring about a transforming response in the prideful. Jesus You are my King and I bow my heart to You in humble adoration, praising and thanking You for rescuing me from eternal damnation. Thank You for writing my name in Your book, for walking and talking with me, and telling me I am Your own. In Your gracious name I pray, Amen.
Monday, February 8, 2016
1 Peter 2:9
But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.
Great are You Lord, and greatly to be praised, I will bless Your name forever and ever. One generation will praise Your works to another and shall declare Your mighty acts. Lord You have radically changed all those who have come to repentance and will transform those who are yet to come to the saving knowledge of Your loving sacrifice, so we may be Your special people to proclaim praises of You. May we not dim the Light within us in order to avoid offense. Father empower Your children to not compromise Your truth, Jesus is the only way to You. It is such a beautiful gift, Your plan of salvation, when striving ceases and pride falls because Your love endures to the end of the ages. You Jesus have made a way for all to come to the Father, whether, slave or free, rich or poor, or of any nationality assembling us together as Your Holy Nation. Father may we be blessed with boldness that comes from sincere love to lead people out of darkness into Your marvelous Light. Your Light that never goes out, continually illuminating Your truth teaching us the way to walk the narrow road straight into eternal life. Father forgive us for the times we were timid and hide our faith from the world around us, fearing the mocking or persecution. We were once a people without hope, but Jesus You tore the veil and made a way, so may we rejoice as we serve You our great High Priest. May we serve You with our lives as living sacrifices, to love mercy do justly and walk humble with You. May we set about zealously to do every good work, taking care of the widows and orphans, feeding the hungry, clothing the naked and visiting the prisoners. Jesus may Your love abound in Your children more and more. In Your name I pray, Amen.
Psalm 145:1-2, 4, Matthew 7:14, Luke 11:33, Micah 6:8, James 1:27 and Matthew 25:35
Great are You Lord, and greatly to be praised, I will bless Your name forever and ever. One generation will praise Your works to another and shall declare Your mighty acts. Lord You have radically changed all those who have come to repentance and will transform those who are yet to come to the saving knowledge of Your loving sacrifice, so we may be Your special people to proclaim praises of You. May we not dim the Light within us in order to avoid offense. Father empower Your children to not compromise Your truth, Jesus is the only way to You. It is such a beautiful gift, Your plan of salvation, when striving ceases and pride falls because Your love endures to the end of the ages. You Jesus have made a way for all to come to the Father, whether, slave or free, rich or poor, or of any nationality assembling us together as Your Holy Nation. Father may we be blessed with boldness that comes from sincere love to lead people out of darkness into Your marvelous Light. Your Light that never goes out, continually illuminating Your truth teaching us the way to walk the narrow road straight into eternal life. Father forgive us for the times we were timid and hide our faith from the world around us, fearing the mocking or persecution. We were once a people without hope, but Jesus You tore the veil and made a way, so may we rejoice as we serve You our great High Priest. May we serve You with our lives as living sacrifices, to love mercy do justly and walk humble with You. May we set about zealously to do every good work, taking care of the widows and orphans, feeding the hungry, clothing the naked and visiting the prisoners. Jesus may Your love abound in Your children more and more. In Your name I pray, Amen.
Psalm 145:1-2, 4, Matthew 7:14, Luke 11:33, Micah 6:8, James 1:27 and Matthew 25:35
Saturday, February 6, 2016
1 Peter 1:7
...that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honor, and glory at the revelation of Jesus Christ...
Lord Jesus I rejoice with joy inexpressible for though I have not seen You, I love You. Clinging to Your promise even when we are grieved, tried and tested by various trials of life, putting our hope and trust in You, we will receive in the end the salvation of our souls. To live with You for all eternity is an inheritance incorruptible, will not fade away and is reserved for us in heaven, thank You. One day Jesus You will return and who could endure til that day? Who shall stand the day You appear? You are like the refiner's fire who purifies silver and gold causing the pureness to rise through the dross. Father, oh that we should count it all joy when we face these challenging circumstances knowing the end results does not leave us as a people who have a diluted moral and social value, but are actively promoting righteousness through kindness, honesty, integrity, justice and fairness. You have shown and instructed us through the life of Your precious Son, Jesus and empowered us by the indwelling of Your Holy Spirit to overcome that which if we were to succumb to would grieve You. Polishing is essential to a life of holiness, so may we be scrubbed of wrongful intentions, deceit, pretense, jealousy and evil speaking the characteristics that smear and smug our hearts and minds so the truth of Your Holy Word is unseen. Father purge us of all that is not pleasing to You, cleanses us so we are acceptable in Your sight and can be used for Your good pleasure. In Jesus name, Amen.
1 Peter 1:8, Micah 3:2-3, Proverbs 25:4
Lord Jesus I rejoice with joy inexpressible for though I have not seen You, I love You. Clinging to Your promise even when we are grieved, tried and tested by various trials of life, putting our hope and trust in You, we will receive in the end the salvation of our souls. To live with You for all eternity is an inheritance incorruptible, will not fade away and is reserved for us in heaven, thank You. One day Jesus You will return and who could endure til that day? Who shall stand the day You appear? You are like the refiner's fire who purifies silver and gold causing the pureness to rise through the dross. Father, oh that we should count it all joy when we face these challenging circumstances knowing the end results does not leave us as a people who have a diluted moral and social value, but are actively promoting righteousness through kindness, honesty, integrity, justice and fairness. You have shown and instructed us through the life of Your precious Son, Jesus and empowered us by the indwelling of Your Holy Spirit to overcome that which if we were to succumb to would grieve You. Polishing is essential to a life of holiness, so may we be scrubbed of wrongful intentions, deceit, pretense, jealousy and evil speaking the characteristics that smear and smug our hearts and minds so the truth of Your Holy Word is unseen. Father purge us of all that is not pleasing to You, cleanses us so we are acceptable in Your sight and can be used for Your good pleasure. In Jesus name, Amen.
1 Peter 1:8, Micah 3:2-3, Proverbs 25:4
Thursday, February 4, 2016
1 Peter 1:22
Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in sincere love of the brethren, love one another fervently with a pure heart...
Dear Heavenly Father,
May hope and holiness be joined in harmony among Your people. I confess Father sometimes it is much easier to love You whom I've not seen then to love those who I stand face to face with. Father, I pray to love as Your beautiful Son Jesus did, but Father it is not an easy task when it comes to loving a brother who has walked out on his wife of more than 30 years, turning the tables on his young children, its not easy to love the businessman who has ran off with money hard earned and was put aside for the golden years, and its not easy when battling a chronic illness and those whom you lean on for compassion are colder than an arctic ice. But then I'm reminded of the day of Christ Crucifixion when He who is perfect love was mocked and scorned, whipped and stripped and nailed to a tree and I recall it was my sin that put Him there. So Lord may I love as You loved me with out condition, without expectation, and without judgement, just extended grace and mercy to all. Let my mind and heart be pure in the obeying of Your command to love You with all my heart, mind, soul and strength and my neighbor as myself. Jesus thank You for paying my ransom. I will extol You, my God, O king, and I will bless your name forever and ever. May it be evident in the way I love the unlovable and forgive the unforgivable. Jesus shine through me and be glorified in my words and deeds loving others with Your kind of fervent love that came from a pure heart. In Your name I pray, amen.
Psalm 145:1-2
Dear Heavenly Father,
May hope and holiness be joined in harmony among Your people. I confess Father sometimes it is much easier to love You whom I've not seen then to love those who I stand face to face with. Father, I pray to love as Your beautiful Son Jesus did, but Father it is not an easy task when it comes to loving a brother who has walked out on his wife of more than 30 years, turning the tables on his young children, its not easy to love the businessman who has ran off with money hard earned and was put aside for the golden years, and its not easy when battling a chronic illness and those whom you lean on for compassion are colder than an arctic ice. But then I'm reminded of the day of Christ Crucifixion when He who is perfect love was mocked and scorned, whipped and stripped and nailed to a tree and I recall it was my sin that put Him there. So Lord may I love as You loved me with out condition, without expectation, and without judgement, just extended grace and mercy to all. Let my mind and heart be pure in the obeying of Your command to love You with all my heart, mind, soul and strength and my neighbor as myself. Jesus thank You for paying my ransom. I will extol You, my God, O king, and I will bless your name forever and ever. May it be evident in the way I love the unlovable and forgive the unforgivable. Jesus shine through me and be glorified in my words and deeds loving others with Your kind of fervent love that came from a pure heart. In Your name I pray, amen.
Psalm 145:1-2
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
1 Peter 3:4
-rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God.
Dear Abba Father,
Forgive us for being overly concerned with our outward adornments, the arranging of hair, wearing of gold and the putting on of fine apparel, which in today's culture is just as much a male preoccupation as a female endeavor. Lord forgive us, we truly know not what we do. Father our desire to be pretty or handsome in Your sight must come from the understanding You see the deep hidden place within our souls. Man's eye can not behold what Your eyes so keenly discern within each of us. I pray we will all make a way, a space within our hearts to invite You Jesus to take up residency lighting Your lamp so You may shine brilliantly through us in all quietness and meekness. So therefore Lord may our outward appearance be consistent with Your inward dwelling of the Holy Spirit. As we put our hope and trust in You Lord, may we observe Your transformation power bringing to the surface of us Your peace and gentleness. May we Father be as a soft breeze in the lives of others, gently soothing their aches, and brokenness. May our words Lord flow graciously from our lips out of the wellspring of our hearts encouraging those who have stumbled and fallen to rise again and keep going . May our manner of politeness be a sharp contrast to the world that tramples over all to be first. Oh Father that we should desire the precious and sweet things of Jesus, in all lowliness, purity, humility and modesty, oh what a world it would be. Search me Lord and see if there is any wicked way in me, so it may be removed never to hinder Your Spirit again. Jesus Your beauty is incorruptible and eternal. Thank You for cleansing me from sin and creating me anew. I love You, Amen.
John 1:12-13, 1 Peter 3:3 and Psalm 139:23
Dear Abba Father,
Forgive us for being overly concerned with our outward adornments, the arranging of hair, wearing of gold and the putting on of fine apparel, which in today's culture is just as much a male preoccupation as a female endeavor. Lord forgive us, we truly know not what we do. Father our desire to be pretty or handsome in Your sight must come from the understanding You see the deep hidden place within our souls. Man's eye can not behold what Your eyes so keenly discern within each of us. I pray we will all make a way, a space within our hearts to invite You Jesus to take up residency lighting Your lamp so You may shine brilliantly through us in all quietness and meekness. So therefore Lord may our outward appearance be consistent with Your inward dwelling of the Holy Spirit. As we put our hope and trust in You Lord, may we observe Your transformation power bringing to the surface of us Your peace and gentleness. May we Father be as a soft breeze in the lives of others, gently soothing their aches, and brokenness. May our words Lord flow graciously from our lips out of the wellspring of our hearts encouraging those who have stumbled and fallen to rise again and keep going . May our manner of politeness be a sharp contrast to the world that tramples over all to be first. Oh Father that we should desire the precious and sweet things of Jesus, in all lowliness, purity, humility and modesty, oh what a world it would be. Search me Lord and see if there is any wicked way in me, so it may be removed never to hinder Your Spirit again. Jesus Your beauty is incorruptible and eternal. Thank You for cleansing me from sin and creating me anew. I love You, Amen.
John 1:12-13, 1 Peter 3:3 and Psalm 139:23
Tuesday, February 2, 2016
2 Peter 1:3
...as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who called us by glory and virtue..
Dear Jesus, thank You for You continual help in the area of our spiritual growth by the indwelling of Your Spirit. Your desire for us to remember everything we need for life and godliness is ours through Your power and through a diligent reading and heeding of Your Word. May we be wise Father to turn from those who cause discord, raise doubt and create havoc within Your church body. I pray Lord Jesus for my brothers and sisters who are skeptical of the current pressures they are under will cease, may they take time to consider Your promises. May they write them out, memorize and ponder them in their hearts, claim them and pray them back to You. All the while being transformed by the renewing of their minds. Oh, Lord You are an awesome and wonderful God we serve. May we give all diligence to our faith adding to it virtue, knowledge and self-control as to keep us strong to persevere. Father help us to understand in the act of perseverance we are being refined in godliness which leads us to brotherly kindness and ultimately pure love. Father I pray we will abound in these things and we will never be barren or fruitless in the knowledge of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. May grace and peace be multiplied to Your faithful children and their children for generations to come. Let us rejoice in the revelation that Your divine power is an inexhaustible resource that gives Your people everything needed to live an obedient, godly life. May all glory, honor and praise be Yours Jesus forever and ever. Amen.
2 Peter 1:1-9 and Romans 12:2
Dear Jesus, thank You for You continual help in the area of our spiritual growth by the indwelling of Your Spirit. Your desire for us to remember everything we need for life and godliness is ours through Your power and through a diligent reading and heeding of Your Word. May we be wise Father to turn from those who cause discord, raise doubt and create havoc within Your church body. I pray Lord Jesus for my brothers and sisters who are skeptical of the current pressures they are under will cease, may they take time to consider Your promises. May they write them out, memorize and ponder them in their hearts, claim them and pray them back to You. All the while being transformed by the renewing of their minds. Oh, Lord You are an awesome and wonderful God we serve. May we give all diligence to our faith adding to it virtue, knowledge and self-control as to keep us strong to persevere. Father help us to understand in the act of perseverance we are being refined in godliness which leads us to brotherly kindness and ultimately pure love. Father I pray we will abound in these things and we will never be barren or fruitless in the knowledge of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. May grace and peace be multiplied to Your faithful children and their children for generations to come. Let us rejoice in the revelation that Your divine power is an inexhaustible resource that gives Your people everything needed to live an obedient, godly life. May all glory, honor and praise be Yours Jesus forever and ever. Amen.
2 Peter 1:1-9 and Romans 12:2
Monday, February 1, 2016
1 Peter 1:13
Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Heavenly Father,
I pray we do not confuse holiness with morality. Understanding that morality is outward conformance to a set of standards, but holiness is the inward transformation, the cleanliness of our soul's as we submit to live in obedience to Your will. By the power of Your Holy Spirit we can exercise self-control, a wonderful fruit of Your Spirit. Disciplining our minds to be sober in our thoughts and actions. I pray we would not be inebriated with the cares of this life that choke out Your word, and make it unfruitful. May we be self-denying and on guard to temptation, foolish and hurtful lusts and let us not be intoxicated by false doctrine that lulls us to sleep, rendering us incapable of serving You and Your church. I pray Lord that we would abstain from being enthralled by fables that are contrary to Your words of truth. Father thank You for the revelation of Your Son Jesus Christ, who through His sacrifice gave an electing grace, redeeming grace and justifying grace, adopting grace, so none of us can boast in the work that we have done. Open the eyes of those who still live groping in the darkness, and cleanse the eyes that are haughty and think more of themselves than they ought. Father thank You that we may rest fully upon Your grace, unearned, unmerited but lovingly bestowed upon us. Lord may I live a life pleasing and acceptable in Your sight. Adhering to Your teachings, honoring You not only with my lips but my whole heart as well. In Jesus name, Amen.
Heavenly Father,
I pray we do not confuse holiness with morality. Understanding that morality is outward conformance to a set of standards, but holiness is the inward transformation, the cleanliness of our soul's as we submit to live in obedience to Your will. By the power of Your Holy Spirit we can exercise self-control, a wonderful fruit of Your Spirit. Disciplining our minds to be sober in our thoughts and actions. I pray we would not be inebriated with the cares of this life that choke out Your word, and make it unfruitful. May we be self-denying and on guard to temptation, foolish and hurtful lusts and let us not be intoxicated by false doctrine that lulls us to sleep, rendering us incapable of serving You and Your church. I pray Lord that we would abstain from being enthralled by fables that are contrary to Your words of truth. Father thank You for the revelation of Your Son Jesus Christ, who through His sacrifice gave an electing grace, redeeming grace and justifying grace, adopting grace, so none of us can boast in the work that we have done. Open the eyes of those who still live groping in the darkness, and cleanse the eyes that are haughty and think more of themselves than they ought. Father thank You that we may rest fully upon Your grace, unearned, unmerited but lovingly bestowed upon us. Lord may I live a life pleasing and acceptable in Your sight. Adhering to Your teachings, honoring You not only with my lips but my whole heart as well. In Jesus name, Amen.
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