Today We Pray - Dec 31, 2016

                                       

Dear Lord, let Your Word richly dwell within me all this day. May I not forget the strength that comforted me in the desolation of other times. Spare me from bitterness and from the sharp passions of unguarded moments.

Teach me still to be thankful for life, and for time's olden memories that are good and sweet. Help me to have courage amid the turmoils of the changing years. Let me not follow the demands of the world, but walk calmly in Your path.

Thank You, Father, for the peace of mind that comes from knowing You are standing watch over the events of our lives. Help us to rest securely in Your presence. And whatever I do in word or deed, may I do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.

 Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 30, 2016

                                        

Dear Lord, as I rejoice in the gift of this new day, may the light of Your presence fill me with love for you and my fellow man. Defend me this day against all the instincts that tempt me away from love of my fellow man. Let me put aside every sort of prejudice and bias against other people who are different from me.

Let me accept others for who they are. Let me know that they are Your creatures, and that You love them just as You love me. Let me not be stingy with my affection or my support of others out of jealousy, or greed, or pridefulness; but look upon the work of others, and their well-being, as I look upon my own.

I am weak, Lord, and I often stumble and let myself lapse into irritation or anger at others; but through your Holy Spirit, all things are possible. And, I ask that today you be with me at every moment, and fill me with the capacity for love that only your Spirit can bring to me. In the name of my Lord Christ I ask this.

Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 29, 2016

                                       

Dear Lord, be with me this day. Purify us from all unrighteousness. Sustain us from all of our needs.

Always lead us to the right path, Lord. I know You are always there before us to guide us and protect us. May Your Words and Your goodness guide my every thought.

Help me to straighten out my mind and life. Lead me, Lord, and let your Holy Spirit guide me. Help me to keep my mind open to the truth, as always.

Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 28, 2016

                                        

Dear Heavenly Father, I declare that I do not fear this day, for you are with me wherever I will go. Your light will shine and your footsteps will lead me the way. Your word will be my guide, Your strength will sustain me and Your love revive me.

Direct our plans according to what is good and pleasing in Your sight. I will let go of concerns and worries that may be dragging me down at this present moment. I place any concerns I have in Your hands.

Help me to think about excellent things, Lord. I will give my all for Your glory and honor. Help me to be at peace with all things.


Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 27, 2016

                                         

Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for always being there for me. I know with certainty there were times when You carried me, Lord. It was through Your strength I got through the dark times in my life.

Take away from me my sins, Lord. Also, take away from me the heart of stone and give me a heart of flesh. Give me heart to love, adore, delight You more.

Help me to follow You always. Let me enjoy in Your presence. Let me behave with prudence to ensure my eternal future with You, Lord.


Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 26, 2016

                                         

Dear Heavenly Father, I am very thankful that I have woken up alive this morning, once again. I will be witnessing again the magnificence and the glory of your creation. Indeed, You are more than wonderful, God.

Even on the darkest hours, let me rejoice in the taste of Heaven you give us on earth. All of Your Creations have a great beauty if I just take the time to see it. How perfect are they, Lord!

Let me be always filled with gratitude for the world you have given me. Grant me strength and courage to love and serve You with gladness and singleness of heart. Thank You for graciously accepted me as a living member of Your Son, our Savior Jesus Christ.

Amen.

Today We Pray - Dec 25, 2016

                                      

Dear Heavenly Father, I abandon myself into Your hands. Do with me what you will. Whatever you may do, I thank you.

I thank You that in all of our pains and struggles, we can find comfort in You. Help us to bring all our hurts to You, both spiritual and physical. Help us to trust in You that You will make us whole.

I am ready for all, I accept all. Let only Your will be done in me, and in all Your creatures. I wish no more than this, O Lord.


Amen.