Lord, King Rehoboam refused the advice of the elders to rule as a servant of the people. He chose oppression and ungodly power. The kingdom was divided between two ungodly leaders who went their own way. Your way to leadership and greatness is service. You have said that the one who wishes to be great … Continue reading Make Us Servant Leaders – 1 Kings 12
As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace: whoever speaks, as one who speaks oracles of God; whoever serves, as one who serves by the strength that God supplies—in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ. To him belong glory … Continue reading Prayers for the Church Gathering July 21, 2024
When iniquities prevail against me,you atone for our transgressions.Psalm 65:3 Father, We know what it is like to be overwhelmed with our iniquities and sins. This has been part of your gracious way to bring us into the Kingdom of your Beloved Son. By your Spirit, you gave us life, opened our blind eyes to … Continue reading You Atone for Our Transgressions
The following is a list of recommended resources intended to help you in your walk with the Lord. These are resources that have helped me. Some came from the past week. Others were helpful in the past. All of them have helped me grow in grace. Articles What Is At the Heart of the Book … Continue reading For Your Growth In Grace – July 14, 2024
For my brothers who are pastors and elders, my brothers and sisters who are Sunday School and Children's Church teachers, and missionaries around the globe.... Father, You have taught us Your statutes as we have studied and prepared to teach Your Word. Now, would you please open our lips to declare Your Word with love, … Continue reading Prayers for the Church This Sunday
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow meall the days of my life,and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.- Psalm 23:6 Lord, great Shepherd of the sheep, You are good. Your goodness pursues us all our lives. You are merciful and gracious. Your mercy pursues us all our days. You have purchased … Continue reading I Shall Dwell In the Lord’s House Forever – Praying Psalm 23:6
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow meall the days of my life,and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.- Psalm 23:6 “Lord Jesus, Your goodness pursues Your people. There is no way for us to outrun it. There is no way for us to exhaust it. You are infinitely good, and Your … Continue reading Goodness and Mercy Will Pursue Me – Praying Psalm 23:6a
You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies;you anoint my head with oil;my cup overflows.- Psalm 23:5 Lord, You have made our cups overflow. We have You as our Shepherd, and You are all that we need. You are our greatest blessing and joy. We are united to You. You are infinite, … Continue reading My Cup Overflows – Praying Psalm 23:5b
You prepare a table before mein the presence of my enemies;- Psalm 23:5a “Lord Jesus, our Good Shepherd, may we rest content in Your provision for us. You provide for us even as the Enemy watches. Help us remember that he is a defeated foe. Even as he seeks to devour us, he has no … Continue reading You Prepare a Table – Praying Psalm 23:5a
"Good Shepherd, you have purchased us for yourself. All we have is from you. All we need is in you. You feed us, restore our souls, and lead us with your Word. May we feed our souls on the feast of your Word and not be distracted by temporal information and arguments. May we come … Continue reading Feed Us, Restore Us, Lead Us – A Prayer from Psalm 23:1-3
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