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Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181105
Today is a beautiful day, because the chiefs of the Levites praised and gave thanks from watch to watch, according to the commandment of David. (from Nehemiah 12:24 ESV) Give Thanks #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181104
Today is a beautiful day, because the Bible clearly lists those who worked on rebuilding the temple and the wall, “and Mattaniah the son of Mica, son of Zabdi, son of Asaph, who was the leader of praise, who gave thanks…” (from Nehemiah 11:17 ESV) Give Thanks. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181103
Today is a beautiful day, because the people gave thanks at the completion of the foundation as they began to rebuild the temple, “And they sang responsively, praising and giving thanks to the LORD, ‘For he is good for his steadfast love endures forever toward Israel.’” (Ezra 3:11 ESV) Give Thanks #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Prayer for Today
Holy God, when Jesus returns, will he find us faithful? Will he see that we persist through trials? Will he notice that we continue in prayer in the darkest hours? Will he hear our thanksgiving even though we struggle? Father, give us persistence and power to pray. Remind us to give thanks in all circumstances. … Read more
Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181102
Today is a beautiful day, because King Hezekiah sent out invitations to all Israel and Judah to come to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover, “And Hezekiah spoke encouragingly to all the Levites who showed good skill in the service of the LORD. So they ate the food of the festival for seven days, sacrificing peace … Read more
Prayer for Today
Oh, Father, embolden my heart. Strengthen my resolve toward speaking your Gospel. Yet, soften my approach to share my story of redemption with love and compassion. I ask in the name of Jesus, who loved like no one else can, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “Since we have such a hope, we … Read more
Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181101
Today is a beautiful day, because King Hezekiah called for thank offerings, “You have consecrated yourselves to the LORD, come near, bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.” (2 Chronicles 21:31a ESV) Give Thanks #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Prayer for Today
Lord, you are the way, the truth and the life. You are the manna for our souls and our redeemer. Father, there is none like you who calls us out of the pit to come taste living water. Let your Spirit beacon those in my prayers for salvation. Tug at them from something deep within … Read more
Joy in Verse Encouragement for 20181031
Today is a beautiful day, because Jehoshaphat chose to believe that God would win the battle in the wilderness of Tekoa, “And when he had taken counsel with the people, he appointed those who were to sing to the LORD and praise him in holy attire, as they went before the army, and say, ‘Give … Read more