A Prayer for Brother Preachers

Father, We will stand before Your people tomorrow to teach them Your Word. May we not take this work lightly. You have appointed us to care for their souls. You have given us the Word to proclaim and apply. You have warned that not many of us should be teachers, for teachers will be judged … Continue reading A Prayer for Brother Preachers →

The Tree’s Reminder

Autumn is in full swing in this part of New York. I think this year has been exceptionally beautiful. Bright oranges, reds, and yellows nearly shine against the dark green evergreen trees. I have been reading and meditating on silence and solitude as spiritual disciplines. So, I decided to apply what I have been studying … Continue reading The Tree’s Reminder →

Praying 1 Thessalonians 2:13

1 Thessalonians 2:13 – “And we also thank God constantly for this, that when you received the word of God, which you heard from us, you accepted it not as the word of men but as what it really is, the word of God, which is at work in you believers.” “Father, may You be … Continue reading Praying 1 Thessalonians 2:13 →

Praying Psalm 23:1-3

"Good Shepherd, You have purchased us for Yourself. All we have is from You. All we need is in You. You feed us with Your Word. You restore our souls with Your Word. You also lead us with Your Word. “You lead us in right paths. You lead us with Your Word in right, holy … Continue reading Praying Psalm 23:1-3 →

Model Prayer Guide – Matthew 6:9-13

I am so thankful that the Lord not only commands us to pray (1 Thessalonians 5:17; 1 Timothy 2:1-7), but He has also taught us how to pray. The Model Prayer given by Jesus gives us a great outline and guide for prayer. Here are some ways to pray based on Matthew 6:9-13. Matthew 6:9-13 … Continue reading Model Prayer Guide – Matthew 6:9-13 →

A Prayer Based on Psalm 15

O LORD, Who is able to enjoy fellowship with you? Who will be able to dwell with you forever? Who is it that enjoys fellowship with you and experiences your protection, unable to ever be moved? Lord, you are holy, holy, holy. You are set apart from all as the only God. You are set … Continue reading A Prayer Based on Psalm 15 →

Praying Psalm 2

Sovereign Lord, The nations rage against you. The people fight, but all their plans are in vain. The leaders of this earth are set in rebellion against you and the Lord Jesus Christ. Not only are they in rebellion against you, but they are working together to fight against you. They do not want your … Continue reading Praying Psalm 2 →

Ephesians 3:20-21 – Doxology – a Word of Praise

Our church family is studying the Letter to the Ephesians in our Sunday Morning services. We just finished Paul's great prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21. Here is the outline for the word of praise in Ephesians 3:20-21. Doxology – A Word of Praise Ephesians 3:20-21 The Person Praised – God the Father (cf. 3:14-15) The Ability … Continue reading Ephesians 3:20-21 – Doxology – a Word of Praise →

Psalm 5 – Praying the Scriptures

Praying with an open Bible enables us to pray in accordance to God’s will. It also keeps our minds and hearts focused as we pray. Godly men and women have prayed the Scriptures throughout church history. Here are some observations to help you pray through Psalm 5: Person Addressed: the LORD, our King and God … Continue reading Psalm 5 – Praying the Scriptures →