Father, we look forward to the mysterious moment when we who follow Christ will be changed in the twinkling of an eye, when the trumpet sounds from heaven. Our perishable bodies will take on the imperishable and we will be forever young, no longer plagued by the moans and groans, the tears and […]

Father, I want to praise You, my great Redeemer, for who You are and for Your acts of kindness seen so many times throughout my day. The rocks won’t cry out in my place because I never want to cease praising You, for You never cease to work on my behalf. Your mercy and love, … … Continue […]

Father, You’ve commanded us to train and instruct our children in the ways of the Lord. There are many times when we’ve failed to be faithful in our godly duties as parents. Sometimes we feel overwhelmed and unable to deal with the challenges our children present.  Help us to be godly examples […]

Jesus, You know the very intention of all that I say and do. As I ask You to examine my heart, I lay before You the people and pursuits that drive me further away from a heart of worship. You have not removed me bodily from this world, but You have raised me up spiritually … … Continue reading […]

Lamb of God, I worship You for all You are and thank You for all that You have done. Only You could appease the heart of the Father to bring loving reconciliation and eternal hope to the human race. The curse of sin was lifted in my life when You became the Sacrificial Lamb. Thank … … Continue […]

Father, we pray for a spirit of cooperation and eagerness to contribute to the needs of the whole body, so that Your Church is built not just with sweat, bricks, and mortar but with love, care, and teamwork. Therefore we seek to act in cooperation, unity and purpose as we do our part in building […]

Jesus, I confess to You my need for sensitivity from Your Holy Spirit when I read Scripture. Following the schedule of a yearly reading plan gives me an overall understanding of Your sovereign work in creation and in the lives of individuals and nations as it also instructs me in holy living. But […]

Loving Father, we thrive on Your gracious and compassionate ways, your slowness to anger and Your abounding love. You satisfy our desires with good things and do not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities. Knowing and experiencing Your remarkable goodness in our daily […]

Lord, today help me to live my life in a manner that fulfills Your purpose! May my strength equal my days as I solemnly seek to obey all the commands given in Scripture that I might live long on the earth and influence others for the kingdom of God. In Christ’s name I pray. Amen.

Father, we thank you for our parents and honor them, both those living and the memory of those who are now departed from this life. We thank you for the blessing they were to us. May our own lives be marked by faithfulness and integrity. These character traits are not developed over a short period […]