I will surely save you, and you shall not fall by the sword; but you shall have your life as a prize of war, because you have trusted in me, says the LORD.
LUKE 23:43 (CEB)
Jesus replied, “I assure you that today you will be with me in paradise.”
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Life is the reward for faith, even during the most desperate times.
DAILY FODDER
What does trusting in Jesus mean in today's world? When do the rewards come for our faith?
PRAYER
Faithful God, you are worthy of our trust. You are tried and proven. Forgive me for panicking when the wind appears to be blowing in an unsettling way. Restore my confidence in your reliability. I will keep my faith in Jesus, no matter what happens and I know that you'll take good care of me. 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 will 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 will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
