Father God, I feel like I’m under the microscope at times. My thoughts, my prayers, my actions and my lifestyle under scrutiny as a follower of Jesus. Remind me that I walk, covered in the robes of righteousness, and it is not by my doing, but only because of Jesus. When you look at … Read more
Father, forgive me, because I am stubborn. I am stiff-necked. Turn those to your glory, Lord. Let my stubbornness apply only to holding onto your joy, for you give everlasting joy. Nothing can take it away from me, unless I allow it. Nothing clouds the path between you and me, unless I allow it. You … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “you, O God, have heard my vows, you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.” (Psalm 61:5 ESV) Fear your God. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Father, Almighty God, you are above all. The world is a mess! Satan prowls and seeks how to kill, steal and destroy. I watch with horror and disgust as it takes place before my eyes. My heart hurts, my soul is vexed. We rebel. You are angry with us. You make me see and recognize … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD.” (Psalm 40:3 ESV) Revere and trust your God. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Heavenly Father, today I pray the words of Jesus over us all. Remind us to whom we belong. Knit our hearts together in your love that knows no bounds. I ask in the name and authority of the author and perfecter of love, Jesus, according to your good and perfect will. Amen. “By this … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the psalmist prayed, ” Let all the earth fear the Lord; let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him!” (Psalm 33:8 ESV) Revere your God. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord, I find it ironic that you stood before Pilate, who asked, “What is truth?” You, who are the way, the truth and the life, stood before him, and still, he asked. Sometimes I am blind to the truth right in front of my face. Open my eyes to your truth. Open my heart and … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “the eye of the LORD is on those who fear him, on those who hope in his steadfast love.” (Psalm 33:18 ESV) Revere your God. #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, today I pray courage over this city, courage over this state, courage over my country, courage over the nations. I ask for courage to speak your truth. I ask for courage to face our history and learn from it. I ask for courage to face the future boldly in the Gospel. I ask … Read more