Today is a beautiful day, because God “covers the heavens with clouds; he prepares rain for the earth; he makes grass grow on the hills.” (Psalm 147: 8 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Gracious God, you go before us to make a way where there seems to be none. Your Holy Spirit gives us the words to boldly speak your gospel. Paul proves that out, and even he asks for prayer for boldness to speak truth in the face of opposition. Increase my boldness to put on the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “The Lord lifts up the humble; he casts the wicked to the ground.” (Psalm 147: 6 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Today is a beautiful day, because “Great is our Lord, and abundant in power; his understanding is beyond measure.” (Psalm 147: 5 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, you are the one who used your powerful right hand to stretch out the universe, set the planets and ignite the stars. Yet, you are the life changer, the heart toucher, the soul healer. You desire a relationship with us so close and intimate that you know our thoughts before the synapses in our … Read more
Can You Hear Him? In the whisper of the leaves Can you hear Him sigh your name? In the laughter of the trees Can you hear Him celebrate? Can you see Him? In the sparkle of a friend’s eye Can you see His Spirit play? In the wonder of a new life Can you see … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God “determines the number of the stars; he gives to all of them their names.” (Psalm 147: 4 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, the vision of your throne, like Ezekiel’s as he sat with other exiles along the Chebar canal and the heaven’s opened, looms foremost in my thoughts this morning. It’s a fearsome picture, fearsome, as in deep reverence for who you are. I know I am covered in the righteous garments of Christ and wear … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “The Lord watches over the sojourners; he upholds the widow and the fatherless, but the way of the wicked he brings to ruin.” (Psalm 146: 9 ESV) Attributes of God #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
So, Lord, we take down the decorations, the lights, the trees, the glittering ribbons and even the nativity scenes on our mantles, because the Christmas season ends and life goes on. Let the message linger in the hearts of those who don’t know you. Let the songs, messages, well wishes and warmth of the holidays … Read more