Giving Thanks
Imitate
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for being an example and showing us the love of Christ. Please help us to learn what it means to live as “beloved children”. We want love to feel good but sometimes love comes with challenges. Please help us to be willing to sacrifice for Your sake.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
God’s Smile
Peace with God
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for providing a way to have a good relationship with You. Please guide us to a greater understanding of how big the blessing is to be able to “have peace with You through our Lord Jesus Christ”. I think we often miss how wonderful that is. Thank You for continuing to teach us the pricniples in the Bible.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
God Listened
Abounding Grace
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for the gift of grace. We do not deserve it, but You give so freely. Please help us to cling to grace and the sufficiency You provide to “abound in every good work.” We get so weary on our journey we need the reminder that You have given all we need.
We thank and praise You for this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Listen to Praise
Head the Right Direction
Dear Heavenly Father, You have directed us in Your widsom through Your word to think about how to help each other live and love as You desire. You knew we would need Your help to continue gathering so we can be an encouragement as the day we give an account comes closer. Please help us to live with that day in mind.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Praise for Testing
Blessed Action
Dear Heavenly Father, we like action when we feel good about the action and the results. However, our action needs to be based in Your word as You have told us in these verses. Please guide us to take faithful action according to the instructions in the Bible. We need Your help to act appropriately and enjoy the blessing.
I pray this in Jesus’ name.
God is so good.
Pleading in Prayer 