These lips are happy lips
As I sing my songs to you.
Every part of me rejoices
As I sing of when you saved me.
LUKE 1:63-64 (TCEB)
Zechariah asked for a writing tablet. He wrote, “His name is John.” The people thought that was pretty amazing.
Suddenly, Zechariah was able to talk. And the first thing he did was to praise God.
THE ESSENCE
When we've had a genuine saving encounter with God, it surfaces as praise from our lips.
DAILY FODDER
What are your speech goals? That is, what would you be the most happy hearing from your own mouth? How do your goals align with what God is doing?
PRAYER
Jesus, my light and joy, you have gifted me with a voice to praise and proclaim your name. Forgive my silence when I fail to speak of your justice and righteousness. Bless those you have called to share your life-giving word in pulpits, hospitals, neighborhoods, and beside graves. May my lips also boldly proclaim your praise. 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.
