Father, the cloak of lies is thick, and it’s difficult to discern truth. You see through the refuge of lies swirling around us. You have the power to set truth apart and sweep away the lies. Let your light shine to guide us. May we stand upon the foundation of your Word. May we look … Read more
Isaiah 10 alludes to the ‘fat’ which some scholars believe to be a reference to the ‘oil’ or the ‘anointed One, Jesus.” (David Guzik) ” Isaiah’s prophecy is both for the present in his time and for the future in our time. Father, I see biblically historical events in what occurs today. It’s like today … Read more
Father, whatever circumstances I face, let my first thought be to trust You. Strengthen my faith in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “‘Let us go up against Judah and terrify it, and let us conquer it for ourselves, and set up the son of Tabeel as … Read more
Father, this is a double-edged passage. You made your point that either your people would enjoy the good of the land or be defeated by the sword. The pivot point hinged on willingness and obedience. Give me a heart of willingness and obedience, Father. Increase my sensitivity to hear your Holy Spirit speak and the … Read more
Good morning, Lord. You are the reason the day is good. You put purpose in the hours. You are the refuge from the enemy who prowls to see what he can devour. Your Word is profound, refined Truth. It remains consistent and constant. What was applicable in David’s era applies today, for we live in … Read more
Lord, this powerful prayer that Hezekiah lifted in his illness as he was slated to die moves me to send an entreaty on my behalf. I pray, not because I am ill or distressed in any way. I pray Hezekiah’s sentiment because it is sound and meaningful. Lord, please remember that I have walked before … Read more
Father, the way you weave your Word so that the Old Testament verses point toward the New Testament amazes me. The man asked Elisha how his provision could feed so many, as did the apostles ask Jesus in Matthew 15. Jesus spoke similarly to the apostles before feeding the four thousand. Types and shadows tie … Read more
Father, your Word says Jehoshaphat was a godly king. The threat of drought loomed over the armies of Judah, Israel and Edom in the battle with the king of Moab. They sought the help of the prophet Elisha, who responded to their plea because he honored King Jehoshaphat. They went to God instead of avoiding … Read more
Father in Heaven, thank You for waking me this morning. Thank You for supplying my needs physically, emotionally and spiritually. Thank You for your Holy Spirit who guides my steps. As You used the prophets to warn your stiff-necked people of upcoming wrath because of their disobedience, so, your Holy Spirit prompts me toward repentance … Read more
Father, You have heard my prayers and answered. I publicly thank You in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “Turn back, and say to Hezekiah the leader of my people, Thus says the Lord, the God of David your father: I have heard your prayer; I have … Read more