(Paul and Barnabas) told the people what God had helped them do and how he had made it possible for the Gentiles to believe. ~ Acts 14:27b (CEV)
Lord, you are wonderful and marvelous!
THANKS: So much of what get's talked about as news is worthless. But I'm thankful that I have some really wonderful and significant news to share. I feel grateful that you have entrusted your message to me and others like me.
REGRETS: I confess, though, that I my outlook is often insular. I don't have much vision for people beyond my own clan -- my own island -- or even my own small group of friends.
INTERCESSION: Help me to develop a world vision. Help me to see how I can tell people from every nation on earth about you and the great things you have done. I want to be able to share about Jesus so that people start to put their faith in him.
PURPOSE: I'm going to have a conversation with a foreigner this week. With your help I'm going to start learning how to be comfortable around people who have cultures that are different from mine.
AMEN.