Today is a beautiful day, because we have hope in Christ, “If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied. But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep.” (1 Corinthians 15: 19-20 ESV) Life #joyinverse … Read more
Heavenly Father, may we take a few moments in your holy presence, relishing your perfect love and nature. May we delight in it. May we enjoy and use the special talents you give us to express what it is like being close to your heart and resting between your powerful shoulders. I ask in the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul explains, “Only let each person lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him, and to which God has called him. This is my rule in all the churches.” (1 Corinthians 7:17 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Holy Spirit, take these seeds we plant and grow the fruit of your gospel truth. Whether by soul-deep conviction or by dreams and visions, increase the intensity to accept Jesus as Lord in the hearts of those we touch for your glory. I ask in the name and authority of Jesus, without whom there is … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul discusses settling disputes outside the church, “Do you not know that we are to judge angels? How much more, then, matters pertaining to this life!” (1 Corinthians 5: 3 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Precious Jesus, may we take time today to delight in you. May we worship at your feet. May we apply our creativity to our activities that praise you and glorify you name. May we rest between your powerful shoulders and know we are deeply and sacrificially loved by you. I ask in your holy name … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul spoke against divisions in the church, “So let no one boast in men. For all things are yours, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future—all are yours, and you are Christ’s, and Christ is God’s.” (1 … Read more
Lord Jesus, be foremost in our hearts and minds. May we be consistent in prayer, faithful to read your Word and obedient to the Holy Spirit. “Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ, according to the revelation of the mystery that was kept … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the church takes risks for the spread of the gospel, “Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who risked their necks for my life, to whom not only I give thanks but all the churches of the Gentiles give thanks as well.” (Romans 16: 3-4 ESV) … Read more
Holy and Righteous God, you are the God of all. I pray for your church that we, as brothers and sisters in Christ, will strive together in the power of the Holy spirit. Deliver us from the divisive and contentious spirits within the church. Draw us closer together in unity. May our service to you … Read more