Almighty God, help us fulfill your Great Commission to spread the gospel throughout the world. May it start within our friendships. May we shine your Holy Spirit to those around us so that it starts the conversation of why we live in your unspeakable joy. Give us the words. Keep us true to your honor … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Then the King will say to those on his right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.’” (Matthew 25:34 ESV) Blessed #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father God, I am so far removed from the dark days in the pit of learned helplessness, unrelenting tears and seemingly no hope of escape. I sit in my current situation, not wanting to retrace or resurrect the memories, ready to slide easily through the last days of whatever life I have left. It was … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus will reward faithful servants upon his return, “Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom his master has set over his household, to give them their food at the proper time? Blessed is that servant whom his master will find so doing when he comes. Truly, I … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because God revealed who Jesus was to Peter, “And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.” (Matthew 16:17 ESV) Blessed #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord, there is no greater joy than what the presence of your Holy Spirit brings. May we know you more intimately through our time with you today. Draw us close to your heart. Grant us the pleasure of your presence. I ask these things in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good … Read more
“Praise God from whom all blessing flow!” We raise our voices in agreement to thank you for your faithfulness, Father. Your mercies are new each morning. We celebrate the freedom you bring. We celebrate the chains you break. We celebrate your plan for salvation. We celebrate the joy of your salvation. We sing in the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus recognized those who followed his teaching when the apostles asked why he taught in parables, “But blessed are your eyes, for they see, and your ears, for they hear.” (Matthew 13:16 ESV) Blessed #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Holy Spirit, light a fire in my soul that drives me to study your Scriptures more often, more deeply and more joyfully. Put the desire for your Word in my heart and make it a priority in my daily routine. I ask in the name above all names, Jesus, according to the good and perfect … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus sent a message of his authenticity to John the Baptizer, “And blessed is the one who is not offended by me.” (Matthew 11:6 ESV) Blessed #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
