Washed Away!
Thank You, Father, for such a good night’s sleep! I was only up once, and You let me sleep in a little, too. I am truly grateful for Your love and watch care over me… Titus 3:4-8 (<<click here to read the passage) Lord, we...
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Nobody Tellin’ Me What to Do!
Father, my mind is already rolling this morning, and I need to bring it to a stop. The things of this world are nothing compared to what You have for me. I’m sorry for trekking off. Help me to give my full attention to You....
Read MoreOld Dog, New Tricks
Many things were running through my mind during Sunday’s sermon, Father. First of all, thank you for Your presence – both times, though. 😉 And then, thank You for showing me, with my own life, that You can teach an old dog...
Read MorePeople Need the Lord
Oh my goodness, Father, help me corral my thoughts this morning! My eyes want to close, and my brain wants to run full speed ahead. Bend my will to You, Father. Use this time to impact my thoughts and actions today and in the...
Read MoreGo Ahead of Me
Father, I am so grateful for…You. A verse comes to mind quite often, and I realize in context it is a part of Moses’ farewell speech to the Israelites, but it is equally as applicable to me (to all of us) this day. “So be strong...
Read MoreWho Am I to Judge?
Yesterday, Father, I was reminded of Your grace. I saw a friend who, because of very poor judgment and then yielding to temptation, met with some life-changing consequences. Another friend was astonished that they would show...
Read MorePortraying Christ
Father, there is absolutely nothing like this time of the morning together. It is just me and You. May I cherish every moment. May I hang on to Your every word. May those words be “hidden… in my heart that I might not sin...
Read MoreWhat Is Truth?
Father, I’ve let too many things distract me this morning, but I am here, and I am ready! Help me to focus and listen to what You have to say. Titus 2:8 (<<click here to read the passage) “Teach the truth…” The Life...
Read MoreOpen Lives
Thank You, Father, for the encouragement to refocus. Our time together is too crucial for me to be hit-and-miss about it. I pray that all of my days will be impacted by the time we spend alone together each morning. Titus 2:3-5...
Read MoreConsistent Practice
In the quiet of this morning hour, Father, may I hear You speak to me. May Your words resonate with my soul, and may they be branded upon my heart so I can carry them with me for the rest of my life. Titus 2:1-2 (<<click...
Read MoreBuilt on Rock
(This post was written almost 9 years ago. I was turning a young 53! The goal I penned that year still applies today – Lord, may it continue to be so!) Today is the beginning of a new year (For me, at least!) So, Father, I would...
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