Saturday, April 16, 2016

More Like Jesus, Less Like Me

Bible Verse: Ephesians 5:1 "Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are His dear children." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Jesus, When You were here on earth, You set the perfect example of how to treat others. You loved the unlovely, you cared for those that others had turned away from. Help me to follow in Your footsteps and show compassion for others as You would. May I not be mean and harsh. Help me not to make snap judgements about what people are like, but rather be loving and accepting as You would. Help me to be more like You in every way. In Your precious name I pray, Amen."

Song: Zach Williams "Less Like Me"
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Friday, April 15, 2016

Wonderful, Merciful Savior

Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 1:10 "And now He has made all of this plain to us by the appearing of Christ Jesus, our Savior. He broke the power of death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the Good News." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for making a way for us to be made right with You by sending Your only Son to die for us. Help us to share this good news with others, for the wonderful, merciful Savior we worship and adore is not just for us, but for everyone. We bow down before Him and bless His holy name, and it's in His name I pray, Amen."

Song: Selah "Wonderful, Merciful Savior"
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Thursday, April 14, 2016

You Are God Alone

Bible Verse: Psalm 62:7 "My victory and honor come from God alone. He is my refuge, a rock where no enemy can reach me." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, I praise You and Thank You that You are unchangeable and trustworthy. You alone are the one thing in my life that I can count on to always be there through thick and thin, in good times and bad. You alone have the power to mvoe mountains in my life. You are everything to me and I am so blessed to be able to approach Your throne because of the sacrifice of Your son, Jesus. It's in His name I pray, Amen."

Song: Phillips, Craig, and Dean "You Are God Alone"
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Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Shine, Jesus, Shine

Bible Verse: John 8:12 "Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, “I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.” " New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Lord, Thank You so much for shining Your light into the darkness of my life. Please set my heart on fire for You. May I shine a light in the darkness of this world and be a bright spot in others' days as well. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen."

Song: Maranatha Music "Shine Jesus Shine"
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Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Just As the Deer

Bible Verse: Psalm 42:1 "As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Lord, Please help me to be as desperate for You as a thirsty animal would be for a drink of cool water on a hot day. Renew in me the attitude that I had toward spiritual things when I first dedicated my life to You. I was so gung ho and excited about being a believer. Now, it seems that sometimes I am so jaded and get so easily discouraged. Please encourage me and may Your Holy Spirit live in me, enriching my soul. In Jesus name I pray, Amen."

Song: Praise Song "As the Deer"
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Monday, April 11, 2016

Keeping the First Things First

Bible Verse: Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you." New King James Version (NKJV)

Prayer: Dear Lord, Please help me to keep my priorities in line, -- to keep You as the most important thing in my life. Help me to seek Your will first in everything I do. I want to live Your truth in my life, to walk Your way in all that I do, to keep the first thing first -- and that is YOU! I love You Lord. In Jesus name, Amen."

Song: Consumed By Fire "First Things First"
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Sunday, April 10, 2016

Open Our Eyes, Lord

Bible Verse: Isaiah 42:7 "You will open the eyes of the blind. You will free the captives from prison, releasing those who sit in dark dungeons." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Lord, Open my eyes to spiritual things. Help me to see beyond the daily grind, beyond the earthly things that seem so sparkly and appealing to think about Heavenly things, eternal things that are more important. Help me to focus my eyes on You -- to think more about You. Remind me of Your sacrifice on the cross and of How You died for my sins so that I could be made right with God. Thank You, Jesus, for saving me from my sins and giving me a chance to live a better life. In Your precious name I pray, Amen."

Song: Maranatha Singers "Open Our Eyes"
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Saturday, April 9, 2016

This Is the Truth I'm Standing On

Bible Verse: 2 Timothy 2:19 "But God’s truth stands firm like a foundation stone with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are His.” " New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Jesus, When the way gets hard and things get tough, help me to stand firm in Your truth and cling to Your promises in the Bible. Remind me that I am Yours and that You are always with me -- that Your promises never fail and Your strength is unending.  Go beside me each step of the way and keep me trusting in You for my courage and stamina.  Thank You for being such a wonderful friend and Savior. In Your precious name I pray, Amen."

Song: Leanna Crawford "Truth I'm Standing On"
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Friday, April 8, 2016

Blessed Be the Lord God Almighty

Bible Verse: Psalm 113:2-3 "Blessed be the name of the Lord now and forever. Everywhere -- from east to west -- praise the name of the Lord." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Oh How I praise You for all that You have done. You know everything about me, and yet You still love me. You knew me before I was even born and had plans for my life then. Walk with me today and help me to be a living example of Your love. In Jesus name I pray, Amen."

Song: Maranatha Singers "Blessed Be the Lord God Almighty"
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Thursday, April 7, 2016

Carry On Weary Traveler

Bible Verse: Galatians 6:9 "So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Sometimes I get sick and tired of doing the right thing. It sure seems like those people doing whatever they want get farther ahead and are more successful than I am. But You have promised to never leave me or forsake me, and Your presence in my life is worth far more than any material things that this world could ever offer. Remind me that the eternal reward in Heaven is worth so much more than the petty problems I face here -- that all of the anguish and agony we go through will all be worth it some day when we see Your face! Help me to hold on, Lord, and make it through this day, putting one foot in front of the other, by Your grace. In Jesus name I pray, Amen."

Song: Jordan St. Cyr "Weary Traveler
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Wednesday, April 6, 2016

By Grace Alone

Bible Verse: "Ephesians 2:8 "God saved you by his grace when you believed. And you can’t take credit for this; it is a gift from God." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Lord, Thank You so much for Your marvelous gift of grace. We don't deserve to be saved. We don't deserve Your love. And yet, You came and died for us anyway. Your strength in us goes on forward and we can go forward in grace alone. In Your name I pray, Amen."

Song: Maranatha Singers "In Grace Alone"
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Tuesday, April 5, 2016

In the Eye of the Storm

Bible Verse: Isaiah 25:4 "But you are a tower of refuge to the poor, O Lord, a tower of refuge to the needy in distress. You are a refuge from the storm and a shelter from the heat." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You for being there for me through every storm that I have faced in life. It seems that no matter what the devil throws at me, Your love has protected me from it. Your loving arms wrapped around me keep me feeling secure no matter what happens. Sometimes I feel so alone, but it's then that I just have to call out to You and You come running to me -- even in the middle of a storm. Thank You for being my anchor in the storm, Lord. In Jesus' name, Amen."

Song: Ryan Stevenson "Eye of the Storm"
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Monday, April 4, 2016

Come, Thou Almighty King

Bible Verse: "Revelation 1:5 (Jesus Christ) He is the faithful witness to these things, the first to rise from the dead, and the ruler of all the kings of the world. All glory to Him who loves us and has freed us from our sins by shedding His blood for us." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Jesus, Please come rule in my life as King of my heart, supreme and sovereign over ever part of my world. I want You to govern each and every corner of my soul. May their be no hidden part that I keep back from You. You died for me, and now I want to live for You. Come live in my heart and make me more like You. I sing Your praise and worship Your glorious name. Amen."

Song: Congregational Singing "Come, Thou Almighty King"
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Full Lyrics Below

Come, Thou Almighty King,
Help us Thy name to sing,
Help us to praise.
Father, all glorious,
O’er all victorious,
Come, and reign over us,
Ancient of Days.

Come, Thou incarnate Word,
Gird on Thy mighty sword,
Our prayer attend:
Come, and Thy people bless,
And give Thy word success;
Spirit of holiness,
On us descend.

Come, holy Comforter,
Thy sacred witness bear
In this glad hour:
Thou who Almighty art,
Now rule in every heart,
And ne’er from us depart,
Spirit of power.

To Thee, great One in Three,
Eternal praises be
Hence evermore.
Thy sov’reign majesty
May we in glory see,
And to eternity
Love and adore.

Sunday, April 3, 2016

Jesus Is a Chain Breaker

Bible Verse: John 8:36 "So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Lord, I thank You for setting me free from my addictions. I pray that You will free me from some other temptations that I struggle with daily. I am human, and as a human I fall to sin daily. Help me to get up again and face each morning as a fresh start, remembering that You have already won the battle against sin and death. Those who You have set free are free indeed -- and I am one of those that You have truly set free! Praise God! Thank You, Jesus! Amen."

Song: Zach Williams "Chain Breaker"
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Saturday, April 2, 2016

I Will Sing the Wondrous Story

Bible Verse: 1 Chronicles 16:9 "Sing to Him; yes, sing his praises. Tell everyone about His wonderful deeds." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Oh how I praise You for all that You have done for me. I cannot begin to even think of where I would be without You! The story of how You have brought me through the toughest of times is one that I wish I could shout to the world and, yes, even sing about. You put a new song in my heart and give me a *reason* to sing. Thank You, Lord. I cannot thank You enough! In Jesus' wonderful name I pray, Amen."

Song: Congregational Singing "I Will Sing the Wondrous Story"
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Full Lyrics Below

I will sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me
How He left the realms of glory
For the cross of Calvary

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me
Sing it with the saints in glory
Gathered by the crystal sea

I was lost, but Jesus found me
Found the sheep that went astray
Raised me up and gently led me
Back into the narrow way

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me
Sing it with the saints in glory
Gathered by the crystal sea

He will keep me 'til the river
Rolls its waters at my feet
Then at last He'll bring me over
Saved by grace and victory

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me
Sing it with the saints in glory
Gathered by the crystal sea

Yes, I'll sing the wondrous story
Of the Christ who died for me
Sing it with the saints in glory
Gathered by the crystal sea

Friday, April 1, 2016

Blessings from Above

Bible Verse: Romans 8:17 "And since we are His children, we are His heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share His glory, we must also share His suffering." New Living Translation (NLT)

Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, Please help me to remember, when trials come my way, that You suffered on this earth too -- that there's nothing I'm going through that You are not aware of or didn't go through something similar while You were down here. And Lord, please remind me You never promised that walking with God would be an easy road. No, instead, You said we would be sharing in Your suffering -- that there would be trials and temptations along the way. Guaranteed. That we shouldn't be surprised by them. So please, Lord, help me not to complain so much but maybe even consider these challenges I face a blessing from You in my life that will help me to trust You more. If these struggles are what it takes to keep me closer to You, then I guess they're okay by me. Thank You for loving me! In Jesus' name, Amen."

Song: Laura Story "Blessings"
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