Yahweh, Elohim, Great and Gracious one, there is none like you who establishes your word and keeps your covenant. You promised the coming Messiah in Isaiah 53, and you turn to repeat your covenant of peace in Isaiah 54. What a blessing to read them again this morning. These are your promises to the afflicted … Read more
Heavenly Father, God Most Holy, there is no one like you, who cannot look on sin. Remove anything from me that stands in the way of my prayers, Father. Forgive me for falling short of your glory. Thank you for Jesus, who stepped into my deficit to right my relationship with the Father. My heart, … Read more
Father, God, what a difference the new covenant makes. You visited Isaac in Beersheba to remind him you would bless him and his offspring for the sake of your relationship with Abraham. I have your constant presence in Christ because of your Spirit who lives in me. I rest in your assurance that your Spirit … Read more
Thank you, Father, for your blessing upon us. You bless us not once or twice, not past nor present, but you bless us in a continuing, active present participle, sort of way. Your blessing has been upon us, is upon us, and will continue to be upon us as believers, forever. Thank you for hearing … Read more
Sometimes, Father, sometimes the silence deafens. My ears hear nothing but my heart beating in solitude as I wait. You have never not answered my request to come into your presence. You have never turned me away or not had time for my longing heart. Your heart is my refuge. Your Word is my solid … Read more
Holy God, touch the hearts and minds of those we pray to you for the saving knowledge of Jesus. Let them hear the words Ananias said to Paul. Now is the time for salvation. This is the hour of repentance and turning. Why wait? This moment defines your eternal path. I humbly plea for your … Read more
Almighty God, thank you for being the God of covenant. Thank you for your steadfast, loving kindness. Thank you for the new covenant through Jesus, who took my robes of sin in trade for his robes of royalty, and brought me into your household. Thank you for the solemness of this agreement to save me, … Read more
Lord, I humbly bring all your servants in the nations, even my own, to your mercy seat for your favor and blessing. May they sense your presence and uplifting in their daily routines and transitions. May they know your assurance as they speak your truth. May they stand strong in that truth. I ask these … Read more
Almighty Redeemer, I love the songs of ascent in your Word. They give me hope. Forgive us, Father, for we have sinned against a Holy God. Forgive us and revive us once again to your glory and honor. I pray your Word over the nations: “Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord! … Read more
Elohim, you are the One True God. You are the God of perfect justice. I remember the words of Jesus. Will you not bring justice to your chosen? Will you not provide for your people? Will you not make a way where there seems to be none? Yes, I trust in your justice. Yes, Father, … Read more