I will bless the Lord at all times;
his praise will always be in my mouth.
EPHESIANS 1:5-6 (CEB)
God destined us to be his adopted children through Jesus Christ because of his love. This was according to his goodwill and plan and to honor his glorious grace that he has given to us freely through the Son whom he loves.
THE ESSENCE
Life is all about honoring God.
DAILY FODDER
In many, if not most, cultures the most important things you do are to give and receive honor. The biblical authors are writing from such a context. So, honoring/praising God is of the utmost importance.
PRAYER
Heavenly Father, as your adopted child it is the greatest honor to praise you. The love of Christ demonstrates that you are worthy. Forgive me for the times when I fail to acknowledge you, focusing my energy on ways I can receive recognition. Grant me the parental gift of self-forgetfulness, received when I welcome Christ each moment and allow him to dominate my life. That is most honorable. 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.
