Today is a beautiful day, because “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” (Romans 8:28 ESV) Purpose #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, every passing day brings us one day closer to the Day of the Lord. You are compassionate, wanting all to come to a saving knowledge of You. One day closer, by your perfect timing. You will choose the day. You are sovereign. One day closer, I pray in the name and authority of Jesus, … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And the Lord said, ‘I am Jesus whom you are persecuting. But rise and stand upon your feet, for I have appeared to you for this purpose, to appoint you as a servant and witness to the things in which you have seen me and to those in which … Read more
Father, forgive us, for we have sinned against You. Justice is trampled in the streets. Corruption has its way in our governing bodies. The consequences of our complacency and ignorance are everywhere. Help us turn this around, for You are larger than all our shortcomings. Your arm is not short that You cannot root out … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “When he (Barnabas) came and saw the grace of God, he was glad, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose, for he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. And a great many people were added to … Read more
Father, You have restored to me the joy of your salvation with this passage. It brings to mind the silent winter day after a deep overnight snowfall. The sun glints off the pristine white surface in sparkles like diamonds, and sends a shiver of joy through me. The quiet times we share push away … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Then Pilate said to him, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say that I am a king. For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my … Read more
Father, You declare the beginning and the end. You are all-knowing and all-seeing. You are El Roi, the God who sees us. In public and private, whether sunlight or deep of night, our deeds are before You. Keep us on the path of righteousness for your name’s sake, Father. Forgive us where we fail You. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus prayed, “Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour?’ But for this purpose I have come to this hour.” (John 12:27 ESV) Purpose #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, I pick out this turn that Solomon makes to point out your eternal nature, and the vastness of your creation. You are not under the sun. You are far more. You are over all. You are to be reverenced and exalted. There is none like You who knows past, present and future. You require … Read more