Today is a beautiful day, because “In love he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved.” (Ephesians 1: 5-6 ESV) Praise #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Almighty God, sovereign in all your ways, your thoughts are higher than ours; and your ways not like ours. You are our solid rock. In all this turmoil, rancor, deceit and false teaching, your Word is truth. You reign. You are in control. Your purposes will not be thwarted. Your will prevails. Your outcome overcomes. … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because I will praise so that an outsider can hear, “What am I to do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will pray with my mind also; I will sing praise with my spirit, but I will sing with my mind also. Otherwise, if you give thanks with … Read more
King Jesus, in your grace, may many sons and daughters come to know you and serve you. In your perfect timing, may sin and evil bow to your glory. In your judgement, remember mercy. In your perfect timing, consider now. Even so, come. I ask in your name above all names, according to the perfect … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because I am grafted into the family of God, “and in order that the Gentiles might glorify God for his mercy. As it is written, ‘Therefore I will praise you among the Gentiles, and sing to your name.’” (Romans 15:9 ESV) Praise #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Heavenly Father, I lift the school administrations, teachers, school boards and decision makers to your mercy seat for your favor and blessing as they plan for the coming school year. We can’t see through the fog of conflicting reports and studies, nor navigate the labyrinth of regulation and mandates; but you can, Father. You know … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because the council of rulers, elders and scribes could not circumvent or stop the gospel, “And when they had further threatened them, they let them go, finding no way to punish them, because of the people, for all were praising God for what had happened.” (Acts 4:21 ESV) Praise #joyinverse … Read more
Father God, I ask in all humility, yet with urgency–do a mighty work to protect the children. In the name and authority of Jesus, and according to your good and perfect will, make it so. Amen. “But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, ‘Let the children come to me; do … Read more
Today is a beautiful day, because Peter healed the lame beggar in the name of Jesus Christ, “And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God.” (Acts 3:8 ESV) Praise #joyinverse #blessedthisdayandeveryday
Lord Jesus, your Word is Truth, sharper than a two-edged sword. Love my enemy and pray for my persecutor. The words poke at my tender spot, and I struggle to figure out how to follow them. Loving means wanting the best for someone; and praying means bringing my petition before you. The very best thing … Read more