Father God, today is labeled the “National Day of Prayer.” In my mind, every day needs to be devoted to prayer. Today I pray for the nations, Father. Pour out your Spirit upon them. Cast off the scales that blind them. Open their eyes to see Jesus. Open their hearts to know him and to … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God warned his people through Jeremiah; and he warns us in the same manor, “And to this people you shall say: ‘Thus says the Lord: Behold, I set before you the way of life and the way of death.’” (Jeremiah 21:8 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, thank you for hearing our prayers. Thank you for the assurance of your promises. Increase our territory as believers. Let our testimony to your love and salvation spread in our communities. Allow others to see Jesus in us. I ask in the precious name and powerful authority of Jesus, who sealed our place … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jeremiah shows us how to be grateful even though we struggle, “Sing to the Lord; praise the Lord! For he has delivered the life of the needy from the hand of evildoers.” (Jeremiah 20:13 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Holy God, you are loving and gracious. You are above all things. Help me keep a right perspective of that in my work for your kingdom. Caution me when what I do becomes more important than you, when loving my efforts replaces loving you. May I always put you first. I ask your mercy and … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God is merciful, “‘For I will not contend forever, nor will I always be angry; for the spirit would grow faint before me, and the breath of life that I made. Peace, peace, to the far and to the near,’ says the Lord, ‘and I will heal him.’” (Isaiah … Read more
Mighty God in heaven, you are sovereign. You hold sway over the nations. You hold sway over our days. Open our hearts to pay attention to what your Word says. Bring many sons to glory. Bring them singly. Bring them by families. Bring whole communities to the saving knowledge of you, Father. Be glorified in … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, “Because you are precious in my eyes, and honored, and I love you, I give men in return for you, peoples in exchange for your life.” (Isaiah 43:4 ESV) Life #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Open our eyes to the possibilities of conversations about you, sweet Jesus. Give us words to express the unspeakable blessings you have poured out for us. May we be bold in telling the story of how you pulled us out of the pit and into your marvelous light. I ask in your precious name and … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because King Hezekiah realized the source of his help, “O Lord, by these things men live, and in all these is the life of my spirit. Oh restore me to health and make me live! Behold, it was for my welfare that I had great bitterness; but in love you … Read more