Lord God, establish me within my circle of influence. I ask your hand upon my life to guide my thoughts, words and works. Establish me in your Word. Teach me your ways that brighten my days and lead me to your glory in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good and perfect … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because David chose not to strike Saul down in the cave, “May the LORD therefore be judge and give sentence between me and you, and see to it and plead my cause and deliver me from your hand.” (1 Samuel 24:15 ESV) Deliver #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
The project on behalf of victims continues. I began sending copies of A View from the Pews — The Inside Story of a Broken Church to Bible colleges. I pray God’s will over them as I prepare them for mailing. I pray those involved in curriculum and resources recognize the value of this story as … Read more
Almighty God, you are from everlasting to everlasting. You are holy and divine. You are the Great I Am. There is none like you. You go out for the sake of your beloved. You are worthy of all glory and honor. Let my heart, mind and soul bring you praises morning and night. May I … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And David said, ‘The LORD who delivered me from the paw of the lion and from the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.’ And Saul said to David, ‘Go, and the LORD be with you!’” (1 Samuel 17:37 ESV) Deliver #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father God, I am not a king maker, but I am old and full of days. You have seen me through many a trial and many a victory in those days. I pray for the legacy of my days, Father. I pray your hand of wisdom and discernment upon my children and grand children. I … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And do not turn aside after empty things that cannot profit or deliver, for they are empty. For the Lord will not forsake his people, for his great name’s sake, because it has pleased the Lord to make you a people for himself.” (1 Samuel 12: 21-22 ESV) Deliver … Read more
My heart and mind are set to seek and follow you, Lord. You fulfilled the Law and the prophets and established your temple in the hearts of believers through the indwelling of your Holy Spirit. Build a sanctuary in me. Add room after room as I study your Word and apply its teaching. Create a … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Rahab and family were protected and have a place in the lineage of Jesus, “Now then, please swear to me by the Lord that, as I have dealt kindly with you, you also will deal kindly with my father’s house, and give me a sure sign that you will … Read more
Almighty, Holy God, there is none like you who holds perfect justice and offers forgiveness for sin. Forgive us, Father, because we fail you. I bring my nation to your mercy seat. I pray for the salvation of our leaders. I pray for eyes to open and for scales of unbelief to fall. I pray … Read more
