We love because, Father, You loved us first (1 John 4:19). If we don’t love we don’t know You because, Father, You are love (1 John 4:8) “Even before You made the world, You loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without...
Read MoreThank You for answered prayers yesterday, Father. I had prayed that You would work through me, and I am grateful and humbled that You did. I ask for Your blessings on my actions and interactions today. Use me as You will. Amen....
Read MoreI’m not exactly sure what he said, but a radio preacher got my mind going down a particular track. The end result was – I am a cup. (Profound, huh?) At the beginning of each day, I get to fill it with whatever I want. It is a...
Read MoreThank 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...
Read MoreFather, 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 MoreIn 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 More(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...
Read MoreFocus, focus on my Savior Focus, focus on my Lord. It’s about our time together, As we delve into His Word. Oh, my Father, thank You for waking me this morning! When You did it (5:23 am) and how You did it (my first thoughts...
Read MoreIt really should come as no surprise, Father, but Your love and grace never cease to amaze me! A hymn I grew up with popped into my head when I first sat down. “Such love, such wondrous love! That God should love a sinner such...
Read More(Just a reminder, this was from nine years ago.) Oh my, what a week – it seems like forever since I’ve sat down with You, Father! And, boy, do I feel it! The world has been none too kind – crazy work schedule and weariness have...
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