Friday, May 31, 2013

John 8:12
Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life."

Dear Holy Father,
Bless You for the gift of the physical sun that gives us day, causes the plants to grow bearing fruits for us to be nourished with. Bless You Father for the gift of Your one and only Son Jesus who is the spiritual light of the world. The giver of sight and the one who exposes sin. Lord search me, and know my heart, try me, and know my anxieties, and see if there is any wicked ways in me. Lord lead me in the way of the everlasting. Forgive me Father as I acknowledge my sin to You and my iniquity so it is not hidden. I confess Lord that at times I'm not obedient to Your Word, and I'm running off doing things my way. This has led me to kiss the darkness and stunts my vitality turning it into the drought of the summer. But Your graciousness Oh God, has said "Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, who's sin is covered in the precious blood of Jesus." How great You are and greatly to be praised.  Let my heart remember that there is no want in to those who fear You. The young lions lack and suffer hunger, but those who seek the Lord shall not lack any good thing. Father, I pray that all will come to You through the Light of the world, to never walk in darkness again. But to be drawn near to Your radiant beauty, that warms the tired and weary soul that has run long and far on it's own. Restore my brothers and sisters to the joy of their salvation, upholding them with Your gracious Spirit. I pray Lord that all in Your household would be filled with Your goodness by the power of Your Holy Spirit. Let God arise in the darkness of our lives, illuminating the blessings You have so lovingly bestowed upon us. May we see Your brilliance with pure hearts and eyes. In the name of Jesus, Amen.

Thursday, May 30, 2013

John 8:12
Then Jesus spoke to them again, saying "I am the light of the world. He who follows Me shall not walk in darkness, but have the light of life."

Dear Heavenly Father,
I'm among the people who have walked in darkness and have seen a great light. One who has dwelt in the land of the shadow of death but upon me a light has shined! Father God, it is You who commanded light to shine out of the darkness, the One who has shone in my heart given me the light of knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. My heart filled with gratitude for the spliting open of the opaque curtain that kept me from seeing Your true beauty. How magnificent Your dazzling love is. I pray Lord that many will see the light that shines forth from Your mercy. May they be drawn to You in great numbers, adding daily to the Lambs book of life. Jesus, just as You called out Lazarus from the deep dark,cold closed up tomb, restoring him to life by shining Your mercy and grace forth, may You call out many others. They are lifeless in the darkness of bad choices, regret, fear and shame. Lord they are in need of a Savior, and You Jesus are He, the great I Am. Lord I pray they take one step at a time walking towards the sound of Your still small voice, keeping their eyes fixed on Your grace that shines cutting a pathway in the blackness of sin. Lord, may they stay on they narrow path that is guided by Your word which is a lamp onto their feet and the light to their path. Thank You Jesus for rescuing more souls from the grave of despair, restoring dry bones to flesh and placing them on the solid rock.  I love You, may I embrace Your goodness that continually illuminates this life You have given me.  In Your name, Jesus Amen.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

John 11:44
And he who had died came out bound hand and foot with grave cloths, and his face was wrapped with a cloth, Jesus said to them, "Loose him, and let him go."

Lord Jesus, You are my light and salvation, whom shall I fear? Or of whom shall I be afraid. My heart shall not fear for Your perfect love has casted out all fear!  I will sing, yes I will sing to the Lord, My God and King. When You have said "seek my face, my heart said to You, "Your face Lord I will seek."  When the wickedness of doubt and fear came against me, with a mission to devour me, bringing me to death, You call to me and said "Arise" and now my head shall be lifted above the enemy. Father I pray that as Your Holy Spirit raises others from spiritual death, calling them from the  grave of sin, You would use me to help unwrap their faces. Removing that which keeps their eyes from seeing You, their ears from hearing You and their mouths from praising You. Lord may I be used to speak truth that will untie their hands to serve You and their feet to walk with You. Jesus, I pray to be a blessing to You to free others from the grips of bondage, in the likes of fear, anxiety, depression and unbelief. May the words of my testimony be the scissors to cut another loose  from the tightening of despair and hopelessness. Lord You are the same yesterday as today and into tomorrow, and still desire that none should perish but come to the saving knowledge of mercy and grace. Father, I pray for anyone who is in the shadows of darkness, whimpering for help, that You would go quickly to their aid, by the power of Your Spirit calling in to the tomb for them to come out. Shine Your Light to pierce the darkness, leading them in to the way that leads to life. May they be forever changed, because You haven't hidden Your face from them. Holy Spirit  intervene on the behalf of the lost and broken, the weak and weary, the ones who may have drifted off the path and are struggling to find their way back to You. May they stretch out their hands in faith, believing You are right there to lift them from the pit. Thank You Jesus that You are mighty to save those who are walking around dead inside, filling them with hope and a future, for Your glory and honor. I pray this all in the amazing name of Jesus my Lord, Amen.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Mark 10:27
But Jesus looked at them and said, "With men it is impossible, but not with God; for with God all things are possible."

Ah, Lord God! Behold, You have made heaven and earth by Your great power and outstretched arm. There is nothing to hard for You. You show Your loving kindness to thousands. You are the great and mighty God whose name is Lord of hosts. You are great in counsel and mighty in work, for Your eyes are open to all the ways of the sons of men, to give everyone according to his ways and according to the fruit of his doing. Lord, I pray that I would be able by the power of Your Holy Spirit to do all You have commanded me to do. On my own it is impossible, but with You living in me all things are possible. I pray for wisdom and guidance  in all areas of my life to obey Your voice and walk in the ways You have set. I pray Lord through the heeding of Your word to continue living in the land that You have blessed me with that flows with milk and honey. I thank You for wisdom to take care of my body, to love my family and to be a good steward over this dwelling place . Thank You for the knowledge on how to manage finances to bring good return to bless Your kingdom and those who have great need. I pray Lord that my life would be a great reflection of Your goodness, that all who live and work around me would see Your glory and victory living in and through me. They would know You are the reason I have peace and joy that is more than a passing feeling but comes from deep within and a spring that never dry up. Jesus You are my love, my hope, all consuming fire in my heart, no one or thing can take Your place or satisfy the way You do. I pray Lord that all would do what is required, humble themselves, confess they are sinners, ask You in to their hearts and be for ever changed by Your loving grace. Thank You Lord for another day to love, adore and serve You. For in surrendering my will into Your care the possibilities are endless and limitless on what You will do. In Your most powerful name, the Lord of host, Jesus, Amen.

Monday, May 27, 2013

Joshua 4:6
...that this may be a sign among you when your children ask in time to come, saying, "What do these stones mean to you?"

Dear Heavenly Father,
Not to us, O Lord, not unto us, But to Your name we give glory, because of Your mercy, because of Your truth. From  the rising of the sun to its going down Your name Oh Lord shall be praised. You are above the nations. Your glory above the heavens, there is none like the Lord our God, who dwells on high, Only You Lord would humble Yourself to behold the things that are in the heavens and in the earth. You are our defender, champion, and protector. Today is a memorial stone, so Father I pray to   remember all those who chose to live like Jesus. Men and women who where willing to lay down their lives for others, so we all may live in this free land. How I am so blessed to have a wonderful Savior that has set me free from sin and death and to live in a nation that so many lovingly protect and defend that I may have liberty to live a life pleasing to You, without fear of persecution or judgement. Father thank You for each and every one who has served this country tirelessly to keep us from domination. Father bless the families that unselfishly gave up their sons and daughters for a greater good. I pray Lord it would bring comfort to them to know You collect every tear they shed and that Your word says "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of the saints" Psalm 116:15 You have not forgotten them. Father make beauty from ashes and turn their mourning into dancing.  May Your peace be upon the families who have just said their goodbye as their precious children are heading out to serve. Soothe their aching hearts. May they know that it is not in vain, but wih all purity and sincerity, the greatest gift one could give. One that I am continually grateful for. When our children ask what Memorial day means, let us give a full account of the long list of heroes that defended our land and independence. They are the beautiful hedge of protection that wraps their loving arms around us to keep us safe. Let us teach our children to never forget that You have taken us out of the land of bondage and and raise up an army to keep us in a place where freedom rings. Lord as we repent of our sins bless us to continually live in a land flowing with milk and honey. Lord Jesus You are our Commander and Cheif, may all our eyes be fixed on You. In the mighty name of Christ the King, I pray. Amen.

Sunday, May 26, 2013

John 8:32 "And you shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free."

Dear Heavenly Father,
I just want to praise You, and stand fast in the liberty by which Christ Your Son made me free, and I won't be entangled in the yoke of bondage.  Sin will not have dominion over me because I no longer live under the law but by Your grace. Thank You Jesus for the death You died for sin, once for all.  I'm dead to sin and alive in You, Christ Jesus, my Lord.  Now having on the new man my desire is to live for You in freedom and truth.  Father to abide in You, to obey Your word, and learn from the only wise King. All other paths lead to destruction. Oh other who practice various beliefs say they have peace but it is short lived, with out joy that come from You deep within. Only to find that the space in their hearts,the place that is reserved especially for You is still void. But I have joy because I have freedom from the bondage of sin, Ive been washed clean in the blood of the Lamb, and wear the robe of righteousness, which I'm so thankful for because it allows me to have fellowship with You my Maker. Thank You for removing the filth and grime of the world, that I may receive and experience Your amazing love. Oh Lord I pray that all would come to repentance, stop striving to earn their way to You, asking and receiving Your forgiveness. We have all fallen short, there is none amongst us who is perfect, we all need You to clean us. I pray Lord that many would surrender their heart and lives to You so they may be filled with Your Spirit to lead and guide them in all truth. I pray that their lives would then bear much fruit for You Kingdom. Father I pray that the unsaved would have revelation of Jesus words "whoever commits sin is a slave to sin. And a slave does not abide in the house forever. Therefore if the Son makes you free, you shall be free indeed. Father I ask You, "And who wouldn't want that?"  Lord, I'm dancing cause You have taken my shackles off my feet!!! Hallelujah, Jesus, may I have this dance with You today, You lead and I'll follow, may my step keep perfect time with Yours. Wee, I'm free!  I love You. In Your name, Jesus Messiah,  Amen.

Saturday, May 25, 2013

Luke 5:31

Jesus answered and said to them, "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick.

Dear heavenly Father,
Oh, how I want to give thanks and praise to You, for You are good and Your mercy endures forever! Lord, You have sent forth Your word and healed us. Let us give thanks for Your goodness, declaring Your works with rejoicing. Lord, You have said, to trust in You with all my heart, lean not on my own understanding; In all ways I should acknowledge You and You will direct my path, I should not be wise in my own eyes; to fear You my Lord, and depart from evil. You have promised it would be health to my flesh and strength to my bones. Lord You also said I should give my attention to Your Word, incline my ear to hear what You are saying. Do not enter the path of the wicked, and do not walk in the way of evil, avoid it, do not travel on it but turn from it and pass on. Father as I study and reflect on Your word, I understand more fully why You had me walk out on a particular Doctor, one trained in conventional medicine, but also dabbles in occult practices.  I believe You Jesus are my healer, who has already healed me of many diseases. Sometimes they have been immediate and some time You have said go wash, but all have been for Your glory!  Lord, I thank You for the wisdom and guidance You give through the power of the Holy Spirit living in me, there is no need for me to be so called "open minded" to other ways, You are the way, the truth and the life, I shall have no other God before You not even the exalting of self.  Broad is the way that leads to destruction, narrow is the way that leads to life. So, I will love You Jesus with all my heart, mind, soul and strength, not trying out practices that are hidden or mystical, bring me into darkness, when I already stand in Your marvelous light and am filled with peace. Thank You Lord that You have said I should go to a physician for this sickness, but may it be one You have anointed for healing and called for Your use. I thank You Lord that You will lead and guide me and other believers to receive the health care we need. Father, I pray that You will continue to call, and anoint hands, minds, and hearts of Your chosen people to be used to heal the sick, blind, deaf and lame for Your glory. By His stripes and by the same power that raised Christ from the dead we are healed. Thank You Jesus for loving me so much to lay down Your life that I may live. In Your precious and holy name, the name above all names Jesus, I love You! Amen.