I truly need these times together, Father. I would ask that You burden my heart with the need to consistently do so. I know You are with me each day, but I also realize that daily setting aside some alone time greatly impacts me for that day, as well as long-term. Our time together is crucial for me and for Your kingdom.
Titus 1:5-9 (<<click here to read the passage)
Lord, I like that my Life Application Study Bible points out that when it comes to leaders in the church, it is more than just skill and knowledge. Paul stresses that character is of utmost importance. “It is important to have leaders who can effectively preach God’s Word; it is even more important to have those who can live out God’s Word and be examples for others to follow.”
Lord, please help me to live out my faith. Help me to not just preach what You lay upon my heart but to truly live it out. You know that I would love to be a full-time pastor, but – wisely so – You also know that living my life in the “real” world helps me to keep it real, too. Many important things can be accomplished in my study, but real-life application is also beneficial. As I serve bi-vocationally, help me to balance the important things. And, Lord, I would also pray for others who proclaim Your Word across this globe. Help them to keep it real. May they have regular opportunity to keep their fingers on the pulse of humanity.
(Jan 16th, 2015, Sat, 8:35 am)
Dec 1st, 2024, Sun, 6:35 pm
