Yesterday was a physically intense day, Father, and my body is paying for it. But regardless of how I feel physically, may I be spiritually ready to receive what You have for me this morning. Amen. Jude 1:22-23...
Read MoreSometimes, Father, it is difficult to come and sit with You. I am unworthy. Being who I am, doing what I do, saying what I say, and thinking what I think… I don’t deserve what is extended to me… grace, mercy, love, forgiveness,...
Read MoreA little out of the ordinary coming to sit with You mid-morning, Father, but regardless, I am here and am eager to begin our time together. James 2:12-13 (<<click here to read the passage) Lord, You led me to speak at...
Read MoreYesterday, 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 MoreFather, I am so sorry that I allow little things to build up to the point that I am spiritually off balance and fall. I know You are there for me. Early on, I listened closely and swatted down even the slightest thought that...
Read MoreFather, the quiet of the early morning is my favorite time to be with You. My mind and body are fresh. My thoughts are not cluttered. A new day, a clean slate – Father, I give it to You. Help me to keep You at the...
Read MoreI realize, Father, that it is only because of Jesus that I can sit in Your presence this morning. I am quite often astounded that I am so eagerly welcomed. I am so grateful that Jesus’ extreme sacrifice and the blood He shed...
Read MoreFather, as this day begins, I want to consciously hand it over to You. You have truly – miraculously – changed many things in me for the better. But we both know that You are not finished with me. Father, please help me be the...
Read MoreThank You for a good weekend, Father—the energy to work and worship, and especially love. Time spent with Karen is priceless, and I am so blessed to serve my congregations. Please enable me to be what You need me to be in the...
Read MoreFather, I am grateful that You enabled me to figure out how to prepare a video for tomorrow’s MoreThanUseless post! It’s a You thing, not a me thing! All praise to You! Matthew 26:14-16, 27:1-10 (<<click here to read these...
Read MoreFather, as our schedule becomes more and more full, I would ask for Your continued guidance and wisdom in all we do. We are limited, but You are almighty! Guide us, oh, thou great Jehovah! Amen! 1 Corinthians 14:26-33...
Read MoreAfter a hectic week, Father, I am weary. I slept well last night and pray for another one tonight. Thank You for blessings unmeasured! ******** The opening hymn for our services today was Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven. The...
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