I’m thinking of life’s circles and of your provision in my time of need, Lord. You brought the right people and tools when I struggled. My errors caused division, but you brought reunion. My folly threatened my future, but you turned the tables for my benefit and for your glory. You stood in the shadow … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “‘As I began to speak, the Holy Spirit fell on them just as on us at the beginning. And I remembered the word of the Lord, how he said, “John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” If then God gave the same gift … Read more
Lord Jesus, thank you for sending your Holy Spirit to dwell within believers. Thank you for the bond He creates between me and my brothers and sisters in Christ. Thank you for the bond of your Holy Spirit among me and my children that is deeper and stronger than a mother’s love. Thank you for … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the Holy Spirit fell upon the Gentiles as Peter spoke, “Can anyone withhold water for baptizing these people, who have received the Holy Spirit just as we have?” (Acts 10: 47 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord, we are all only a heartbeat away from death. You hold the key to just how many heartbeats remain for each of us. I lift my prayer for repentance and revival among families, communities, cities, states and nations. I pray they seek your face and experience the joy of your salvation before one more … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And as they were going along the road they came to some water, and the eunuch said, ‘See, here is water! What prevents me from being baptized?’” (Acts 8:36 ESV) Water #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
I am small, God of all. How is it that You call me? I don’t know The way to go. Why is it that You show me? I’m unworthy, God of mercy. Why would You want to save me? I’m so tiny; You’re so mighty. Why do you guard me nightly? I have nothing. You … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, ‘you heard from me; for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.’” (Acts … Read more
Lord God, I love the juxtaposition in your Word. What man means for evil you can turn for your good purposes. Like Joseph who was sold into slavery by his brothers, you created success for David when Saul sent him into battle. I’ve seen the working of your hand in my life in turning the … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because He came to fulfill, “But one of the soldiers pierced his side with a spear, and at once there came out blood and water. He who saw it has borne witness—his testimony is true, and he knows that he is telling the truth—that you also may believe. For these … Read more