GOD took delight in making you into his very own people.
ACTS 11:18 (MSG)
Hearing it all laid out like that, they quieted down. And then, as it sank in, they started praising God. “It’s really happened! God has broken through to the other nations, opened them up to Life!”
THE ESSENCE
God delights in ever-expanding his network of life-giving relationships.
DAILY FODDER
What are the implications for existing believers of God's passion to expand his relational network?
PRAYER
Generous God, I'm amazed at how inclusive you are. When I think about it, I'm not exactly the top-draft choice for your team. But you made a place for me. Forgive me for being slow to make room for others on the team. Teach me how to invite and include even the least likely in your lifetime network. Maybe I need to adjust my expectations regarding who you're willing to accommodate. Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
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.
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.
