Daily Prayer

Great morning! How are we faithing? Odd week this has been. I won't bore you with everything but let me convey some truths. I have a good friend who is Muslim and biblical truths are a little different to talk about. I've found that when something happens, then the truth Jesus taught can be shown. He's learning principles of the Messiah and some day it will all come together. I am not interested in converting him but showing him our savior. Jesus will deal with his heart, not me. Jesus will soften his heart and reveal himself and I pray I can be there. Arguing dogma serves no one. Showing Jesus' love serves all. Wisdom taught and beliefs that we know are true are better explained by actions rather than in haughty debates.

Psalms 119:165-168
Those who love Thy law have great peace,And nothing causes them to stumble. I hope for Thy salvation, O LORD, And do Thy commandments. My soul keeps Thy testimonies, And I love them exceedingly. I keep Thy precepts and Thy testimonies, For all my ways are before Thee.
NAS

Isaiah 26:3-4
"The steadfast of mind Thou wilt keep in perfect peace, Because he trusts in Thee. "Trust in the LORD forever, For in GOD the LORD, we have an everlasting Rock.
NAS

Jeremiah 17:7-8
"But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit."
NIV

That is confidence we must carry. The Word builds that confidence. The love of Jesus protects our hearts.

Colossians 3:15-17
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. And 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. NIV

Philippians 4:4-7
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. NIV

If you don't know, say so and search the Word for the answers. Don't be sidetracked with dogma that deceives. As Christians we show the values we hold to by our actions. Our hearts are revealed and the truth is self evident when we seek the grace of God. Remember Kathy, sick...remember Miss Edith...remember Miss Tracey...remember our Pastors and the work they are called to do...

Heavenly Father,
Thank you for your messages that you show us. Grant us wisdom and courage to act as we believe. Help us not fear the things of this world but rely on your grace to see us through everything. Lord thank you for caring and loving us. Lord we lift those who are sick and ask you heal them from the things that are infecting them. Lord we ask for miracles this day, show your power and grace. Lord I ask you take away these headaches of mine. Lord we ask for strength to show your love and grace in every situation we face. Help us be the best witnesses for you, in Jesus name, Amen