Father, beyond any shadow of a doubt, I know I am cherished and loved. But I also realize that I have done nothing to earn that from You. You first loved me before I even knew to love You back. My sin separated me from...
Read MoreOh 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...
Read MoreI am sure there are parts of the world where sin and evil are not as fleshed out, Father, but I have no idea where they would be. There are many pockets of righteousness, but they seem vastly outnumbered. And even many of the...
Read MoreThank You, Father, for a wonderfully fulfilling day with Karen yesterday! Thank You for Your watch care over us, and thank You for the blessing of bringing us together, oh, so many years ago! Hebrews 12:16-17 (<<click here...
Read MoreFather, it’s hard to believe that even at this hour, I can still get distracted. I am sorry. I am here. Help me to hear today what You have for me and help me to take it to heart. Hebrews 2:14-18 (<<click here to read the...
Read MoreThe quiet of the morning seems best for me, Father, though even this “late” hour has its challenges. After a good night’s sleep, my mind is quiet, and hearing Your voice is easier because there is less to obstruct it. Enable me...
Read MoreI continue to be in awe, Father, that You love me the way You do…so many things flood my mind just writing that statement. No one else gave their one and only Son so that I, and all of humanity, could once again have an intimate...
Read MoreFather, as I have been working on this coming Sunday’s message, even though it is almost a week away, I would ask that I and everyone that will be in attendance be open to hear Your voice, to listen to what You have to say and...
Read MoreI am struggling with focus today, Father. I’ve gotten several things accomplished, but my time with You must be a priority! Help me see that and comply! 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 (<<click here to read the passage) Lord, I...
Read MoreThank You, Father, for yesterday’s blessings. It was so nice being with Karen all day – talking, laughing, eating, and looking. I am so grateful that Your hand has been upon us. You have answered our prayers and the...
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