JONAH 2:8 (ABP)
All those who devote themselves to honoring worthless things are turning their backs on God and his mercy.
1 JOHN 2:17 (NLT)
And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Pursue only meaningful things and relationships.
PRAYER
Unchanging God, I admit that there are material things I hang on to, even though I know they will perish. I am thankful that you continuously forgive my sinful actions. You are patient with me when my thoughts drift from you into worthless promises. Help me to seek and to do your will in all aspects of my life. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your Name, your Kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.