To the Work
Oh, my, I’m struggling this morning, Father. An early and full day at work, followed by a late night, sure made getting up a challenge. And even being up, keeping my eyes open has not been entirely successful. But I know...
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Control Your Tongue
Who needs an alarm clock when I have a Father who loves me so much that he gently wakes me at just the right time so we can spend time together every day? And just about every day is different as to when I have to get up! Thank...
Read MoreDeeper Still
Father, I pray that You would strengthen me and my resolve. Yesterday, I touched on our time together, but other things lured me away. Not that they were evil things, but our time together is of utmost importance. Help me to get...
Read MoreYou Are the Rudder
Father, daily, I am enjoying the book of Puritan prayers* given to me by a dear friend. May this portion of today’s reading be my prayer. Thou hast loved me everlastingly, unchangeably, ……………may I love thee as I am loved;...
Read MoreGrafted In
Oh, Father, the gentle, flowing thoughts of this early morning hour bring me great comfort. The world is crazy and is seemingly spinning out of control, but You are the deep, settled peace running beneath it all. May my thoughts...
Read MoreIn It, Not of It
Father, it is a morning of thanks. Thank You for the good sleep over the weekend. I am so grateful for Your presence and direction in yesterday’s service. And thank you for the opportunity to be with family. No matter the...
Read MoreListen Twice as Much
Thank You, Father, for Your watch care over us through the night. There was nothing scary or traumatic going on, I am just grateful that You are always there. We become weary and require sleep, but “Behold, He who keeps Israel...
Read MoreTemptation
Father, a snippet of today’s Puritan prayer would be my prayer this day, “While Jesus is representing me in heaven, may I reflect him on earth, While he pleads my case, may I show forth his praise.” For all You have done, are...
Read MoreHot and Cold
Oh my goodness, Father, this is a rough morning! I just can’t seem to get going. Enable me to listen to what I need to hear today. I am worn and weary, but Your word is alive and vibrant. Stir my heart! James 1:5-8...
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