O GOD, you aren’t impressed by numbers or intimidated by a show of force once you decide to help: Help us, O GOD...
LUKE 9:42 (MSG)
Jesus stepped in, ordered the foul spirit gone, healed the boy, and handed him back to his father.
THE ESSENCE
Unlike people, nothing can intimidate God into backing down.
DAILY FODDER
All the power brokers of the world, whether mortal or spiritual, seem to rely on forms of intimidation to accomplish their goals. How does it make you feel when you realize that they can't intimidate God? How does this affect the way you operate?
PRAYER
Lord Jesus, you are my savior and defender. The world is full of evil, violence, and hateful speech. Too often I feel powerless and disheartened. Heal me of my fears and anxieties. Encourage me to move forward in your power and strength. You give me confidence that I can do all things through you who gives me strength. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
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.
