“Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace. For there is one body and one Spirit, just as you have been called to one glorious hope for the future. There is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all, in … Continue reading Meditation Monday: United in Spirit
“We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation.” Romans 5:3-4 NLT Heavenly Father, thank you for the hope of salvation. Thank you for sacrificing your son to give us … Continue reading Meditation Monday: Rejoice in times of trouble
“For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. In those days when you pray, I will listen. If you look for me wholeheartedly, you will find me.” Jeremiah 29:11-13 NLT To my blog community, … Continue reading Stepping Out in Faith
“But when I am afraid, I will put my trust in you.” Psalms 56:3 NLT Heavenly Father, You are greater, mightier, and more powerful than any fear we face. You command us to not be afraid because You are with us everywhere we go (Joshua 1:9). Even when we walk through the darkest valley, You … Continue reading Meditation Monday: When I Am Afraid
“Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” John 15:13 NKJV Heavenly Father, in Honor of this Memorial Day I want to pray over those who serve and protect us. I lift up all the men and women who valiantly serve this great country. I pray for … Continue reading Meditation Monday: Memorial Day Prayer
“My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?” Psalm 42:2 (NIV) Heavenly Father, you are the only one who quenches my soul. When my bones are dry and brittle you breathe new life into them (Ezekiel 37:5). When I'm as barren as a desert, you replenish … Continue reading Meditation Monday: My Soul Thirsts
“Since prayer is at the bottom of all this, what I want mostly is for men to pray—not shaking angry fists at enemies but raising holy hands to God. And I want women to get in there with the men in humility before God, not primping before a mirror or chasing the latest fashions but … Continue reading Meditation Monday: Raise Holy Hands
“He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.” 2 Corinthians 1:4 NLT Heavenly Father, thank you for your unfailing love and comfort. Thank you for wrapping your arms around me in times … Continue reading Meditation Monday: Comfort Others
“The sun will no more be your light by day, nor will the brightness of the moon shine on you, for the Lord will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your glory.” Isaiah 60:19 NIV Heavenly Father, You are the light of the world. Your light cuts through the darkness that engulfs … Continue reading Meditation Monday: The Lord Will Be Your Everlasting Light
“When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful.” Proverbs 29:18 NLT Heavenly Father, thank You for Your divine guidance, discipline, and correction. Thank You for loving me so much that You refuse to let me go too far astray. You have given me Your written word … Continue reading Meditation Monday: Divine Guidance
