That Whoever Believes “That whoever believes in him may have eternal life.” John 3:15 Our God, our holy Father, loves the world so much that he gave his only begotten Son. As we experience the intensity of love for one another, this sacrifice is a mystery, in that our knowledge and wisdom is plainly not […]
And All That Is Within Me, Bless His Holy Name
And All That Is Within Me, Bless His Holy Name “Bless the LORD, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless his holy name.” Psalms 103:1 “…and all that is within me.” Yes, Lord, this is our deepest desire that we bless you, that we bless your holy name, with everything within in […]
Becoming Like Him In His Death
Becoming Like Him In His Death “That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death;” Philippians 3:10 We suffer because we claim Christ. We suffer that we may win Christ, that we be aligned with Christ, that we suffer in joy, knowing […]
Righteous Are You, O LORD
Righteous Are You, O LORD “Then in my grief I wept, and I prayed in anguish, saying, ‘Righteous are you, O LORD; all your deeds are just and all your ways are mercy and truth, and you render true and righteous judgement for ever.” Tobit 3:1-2 Father, we affirm your righteousness, mercy, and grace. Wherever […]
Better Is A Little With Righteousness
“Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues with injustice.” Proverbs 16:8 Father, may your righteousness be the lamp to our feet, directing us to the path you have chosen. When we fail to do so, we pray for your holy correction and forgiveness. By your mercy and truth, our sinfulness is purged. We stand […]
So Shall The Word Be That Goes Forth From My Mouth
So Shall The Word Be That Goes Forth From My Mouth “So shall my word be that goes forth from my mouth: it shall not return to me empty, but it shall accomplish that which I intend, and prosper in the thing for which I sent it.” Isaiah 55:11 What is to be, concerning God’s […]
Cleanse Me From My Sin
Cleanse Me From My Sin “Wash me throughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin.” Psalms 51:2 Father, we acknowledge our ever-present sin, our transgressions are before us. We have sinned against you, against your holy will. Forgive us, O LORD. Your lovingkindness is also ever-present and we thank you for your unending […]
So The Last Will Be First, And The First Last
“So the last will be first, and the first last.” Matthew 20:16 Generosity of spirit; generosity of care; generosity of concern – Father, allow us to see with your eyes, with your heart, with your Spirit, alone. Many are called, but few chosen. Father, we offer our lives to you. May your will be realized […]
The Spirit Of The LORD Shall Rest Upon Him
The Spirit Of The LORD Shall Rest Upon Him “There shall come forth a shoot from the stump of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots.” Isaiah 11:1 The very fortelling of Jesus, as a shoot from a burned and seemingly dead stump (Isaiah 6:12); the holy seed, Jesus lives! Praise you, […]
Wait For The LORD!
Wait For The LORD! “Wait for the LORD: be strong, and let your heart take courage; yes, wait for the LORD!” Psalms 27:14 Our strength comes from God and without it we surely would faint from fear in the face of evil. Instead, our belief of God’s goodness guides us to hope and we wait […]