Then God was right before Jacob, saying, "...Yes. I’ll stay with you, I’ll protect you wherever you go, and I’ll bring you back to this very ground."
LUKE 22:35 (GNT)
Then Jesus asked his disciples, “When I sent you out that time without purse, bag, or shoes, did you lack anything?”
THE ESSENCE
God's people are always in some sense on the go. But he's always present, protecting, and providing for them.
DAILY FODDER
How has God "sent" you to surprising places? How did he provide for you?
PRAYER
Jesus, you left your heavenly home to sojourn among us. Because of that we have unimaginable lives — lives in partnership with you. I admit that I feel confused and vulnerable during the times you’ve sent me out on mission to uncomfortable people and places. I expect that you'll continue to stretch me in this way. So fill me with quiet confidence in your provision and presence. I know that even more so than with Jacob, your Holy Spirit resides within to lead and protect. I'm glad to be a part of your mission. 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.
