Today is a beautiful day, because “Christ is faithful over God’s house as a son. And we are his house, if indeed we hold fast our confidence and our boasting in our hope.” (Hebrews 3:6 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, so much is going on. So much is pressing in. So much is weighing us down. So much is bending our hearts and heads away from you. I pray that we lift our eyes to your power and might. I pray that we meet Jesus for who he is and what he means to … Read more
Heavenly Father, you are the God of comfort, rest and peace. There is no one like you, who goes out for the good of your servants. I ask that you wrap your loving arms around your workers in the fields of harvest, wherever they may be right now. Comfort them with your presence and assurance. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul voiced his hope in his prayers, even as he sat in prison, and asked for the same in the prayers of others on his behalf, “At the same time prepare a guest room for me, for I am hoping that through your prayers I will be graciously given … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God poured out his regenerating mercy on us, “so that being justified by his grace, we might become heirs according to the hope of eternal life.” (Titus 3:7 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Holy One of God, you are the alpha and the omega. Your Spirit-breathed Scriptures begin with the wedding of Adam and Eve in the garden. You speak of the relationship between Israel and the Father as one of betrothal. You give examples throughout your Word and emphasize the sanctity and importance of doing marriage according … Read more
Lord Jesus, show us how to care for one another as fellow image-bearers of Almighty God. Let us encourage of our brothers and sisters as we work to fulfill your great commission. May we come along side not only unbelievers, but also our peers in the work of your kingdom. May we show them our … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age, waiting for our blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, … Read more
Gracious Lord, you sent your Holy Spirit to live in us, guide us and empower us when you left to sit at the right hand of the Father. Remind us again that the mighty working power that lives in us is the same that raised Christ from death. Renew our boldness to come before your … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Paul prayed for grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior, “in hope for eternal life, which God, who never lies, promised before the ages began.” (Titus 1:2 ESV) Hope in the Lord. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday