If at that time you and your children return to the Lord your God, and if you obey with all your heart and all your soul all the commands I have given you today, then the Lord your God will restore your fortunes. He will have mercy on you...
MARK 1:15 (CEB)
Now is the time! Here comes God’s kingdom! Change your hearts and lives, and trust this good news!
SUMMARY SENTENCE
It's time to return to the Lord and his ways.
DAILY FODDER
If returning to the Lord opens the door to receive his kindness, think of how much more blessed we are if we never leave his side.
PRAYER
Merciful God, I celebrate your open and welcoming arms. Even when we stray you are there for us. Save me from the illusion of self-sufficiency and help me to return to your side, where I can experience your blessing. I know where I need to be. Amen.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you would protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
