Yahweh Shalom, the LORD of peace, you are the author of the Good News. Let us not be afraid, but reverence you. I pray we rejoice in the Good News. It brings great joy. We are blessed again by the angel’s message, “Glory to God on earth; and peace among those with which he is … Read more
Father, there is a place that needs to exist in me, as special place only for your Spirit. Make more room in my heart for you, Lord, less of me and more of you, less of my will and all of yours. Captivate my heart with your love and grace. Draw me closer into relationship … Read more
Mighty God, you are the keeper of my soul. You are gracious and good to me. My spirit rejoices in you. I am blessed, because you do great things for me. You show me mercy and grant me strength from your powerful arm. You brought me out of myself into a humble state of reverence. … Read more
Heavenly Father, you are the God who tells us, “Do not fear.” We are not to fear, but we are to reverence you. Let us feel your favor. Let us hear you speak to our hearts and not fear for anything. Let us learn to trust you, to trust your story of salvation and redemption … Read more
Lord, Messiah, you are King of kings and Lord of lords. There is one and only one Jesus, of whom the Gospel speaks. Let us not turn to the right, nor turn to the left, but see this message full on. Make yourself known to those who listen to a distorted message or a false … Read more
Yahweh, God over all, your righteousness reaches to the skies, you do mighty things. There is no one like you. We are the work of your hands. You call us to be your children. You make us of your household, if we but call on you for rescue. You restore life. You increase honor and … Read more
Almighty God in heaven. You are the ruler over all. You set the planets spinning and created every living thing, yet you have the time and interest in a personal relationship with me. O, Father, Abba, Daddy, there is no one like you, who dearly loves me, holds me closely, saves me mightily, rejoices over … Read more
Lord, I’m musing this morning over the sweet, yet sour, tension between this life and eternity. Christmas brings some sad moments for all of us. I don’t know of one family table that doesn’t have an absent relative. Those you called home attend the holiday celebration in heaven. My head tells me it’s a far … Read more
Father, fill us with the richness of the full knowledge of Christ. Blind us with the light of truth. Spread it over Wonderland and every land. Let this advent season see awakening of faith over the globe. Let young and old dream dreams of Jesus himself, speaking directly of his salvation. Let unbelievers flock to … Read more
Father, you see it. So many live in darkness, deeply deceiving, debilitating and destructive darkness. I know it grieves you. Your light shines in the darkness, and the darkness cannot overcome it. Praise you, Father, for your light shines on those who live in deep darkness. Open their eyes to the light of hope. Dissipate … Read more