Thank You for the promise that those who sow in tears will reap with joy when the harvest comes (Psalm 126:5-6). For all those who today are crying out on behalf of lost and wandering family members, friends and associates, we join the cry. O Lord, in Your mercy, draw them to Yourself. May they be reminded of the Truth they have heard, have their eyes opened to the wonder of Your creation, or see ...  Read More

DAY 36 - Sunday, May 5, 2024Colossians 3:17And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.Scripture InsightsPaul says we should do everything in the name of Jesus. Instead, we tend todo mission in the name of our local church, our denomination, or some other way we distinguish ourselves from other Christians. The c...  Read More

O Lord, may we be humble enough to obey Your way of gifting us shalom, may we be open-eyed enough to see Your surrounding presence, may we be trusting enough to believe for Your provision in our great need, and may we always place our confidence in You, for You are our sure and faithful foundation. Receive our prayer from grateful hearts of praise. Amen!...  Read More

DAY 35 - Saturday, May 4, 2024Hebrews 13:16And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.Scripture InsightsToday’s scripture reminds us to do good and to share with others. This admonition comes immediately after encouraging the reader to continually offer to God sacrifices of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.Which is more impor...  Read More

God of miracles, help us to understand that the gift of life in itself is a miracle. As we celebrate the life we have in Christ, thank You that we can bring all our needs to You. And, thank You, that You are still performing miracles today! We love and trust You. We believe because we ask all of these things in the mighty and matchless Name of Jesus. Amen!...  Read More

DAY 34 -Friday, May 3, 2024Romans 12:1Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.Scripture InsightsDiscipleship teacher. Small group leader. Tech/media team. Social media manager. The list of church jobs is never-ending, and it can keep us pretty busy.Today’s scriptur...  Read More