You, who have shown me many troubles and calamities, will revive me once more.
2 PETER 2:9 (CEB)
These things show that the Lord knows how to rescue the godly from their trials...
THE ESSENCE
The Lord is a rescue and revival specialist.
DAILY FODDER
After the firefighter rescues someone from a burning building, she turns her attention to reviving the victim with oxygen or CPR. In addition to fighting fires, firefighters are both rescue and revival specialists. Both rescue and revival are essential during a crisis.
What in your life is dragging you down right now? How do you tap into the Lord's specialty to reset your life?
PRAYER
Lord, how comforting to know that your eyes are upon me daily. Forgive me when I try to manage trials and troubles on my own and forget to turn toward you for help. You have promised to rescue and revive me when challenged by daily life — thank you! I turn to you, Lord, seeking wisdom, strength, and encouragement. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
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.
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.
