Father, forgive us, for we have sinned against You. Justice is trampled in the streets. Corruption has its way in our governing bodies. The consequences of our complacency and ignorance are everywhere. Help us turn this around, for You are larger than all our shortcomings. Your arm is not short that You cannot root out … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “When he (Barnabas) came and saw the grace of God, he was glad, and he exhorted them all to remain faithful to the Lord with steadfast purpose, for he was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and of faith. And a great many people were added to … Read more
Father, You have restored to me the joy of your salvation with this passage. It brings to mind the silent winter day after a deep overnight snowfall. The sun glints off the pristine white surface in sparkles like diamonds, and sends a shiver of joy through me. The quiet times we share push away … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “Then Pilate said to him, ‘So you are a king?’ Jesus answered, ‘You say that I am a king. For this purpose I was born and for this purpose I have come into the world—to bear witness to the truth. Everyone who is of the truth listens to my … Read more
Father, You declare the beginning and the end. You are all-knowing and all-seeing. You are El Roi, the God who sees us. In public and private, whether sunlight or deep of night, our deeds are before You. Keep us on the path of righteousness for your name’s sake, Father. Forgive us where we fail You. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Jesus prayed, “Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour?’ But for this purpose I have come to this hour.” (John 12:27 ESV) Purpose #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
“The next day he saw Jesus coming toward him, and said, ‘Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! This is he of whom I said, “After me comes a man who ranks before me, because he was before me.” I myself did not know him, but for this purpose … Read more
Oh, the wonder of your creation. Like the water to the seas, so is your steadfast love for me. You never run out. You continue to fill my soul and satisfy my heart. There is no God like You, Father. I thank you in the name and authority of Jesus, according to your good and … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because “And when it was day, he departed and went into a desolate place. And the people sought him and came to him, and would have kept him from leaving them, but he said to them, ‘I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other … Read more
Father, expose what is done in darkness with the light of truth. Awake the sleepers to know more of You. I pray for a turning away from temptation and toward your marvelous light. I pray for the nations to repent. Lead us to the heritage You purpose for your people. Show us the victory in … Read more