Pentecost Sunday
DANIEL 4:34
I praised the Most High. I worshipped and glorified the one who lives forever because his rule is everlasting; his kingdom is for all time.
TITUS 3:6-7 (CEV)
God sent Jesus Christ
our Savior
to give us his Spirit.
Jesus treated us much better
than we deserve.
He made us acceptable to God
and gave us the hope
of eternal life.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
We live great Spirit-led lives now because of the hope of unending life under the reign of God.
PRAYER
Gracious God, when you sent Christ Jesus into our world you changed everything and renewed hope for humanity. I don't fly that hope flag high enough. Empower me through your Spirit to boldly step forward as a forgiven and hopeful person. The kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.
Since 2015, I've been modeling one way of using the MORAVIAN DAILY TEXTS* to maintain a daily conversation with God.
– Brad Boydston
Sunday, May 23, 2021
Saturday, May 22, 2021
GOD'S WORD
2 SAMUEL 7:28 (CEB)
LORD God, you are truly God! Your words are trustworthy, and you have promised this good thing to your servant.
HEBREWS 4:12 (CEB)
God’s word is living, active, and sharper than any two-edged sword. It penetrates to the point that it separates the soul from the spirit and the joints from the marrow. It’s able to judge the heart’s thoughts and intentions.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
God's word is powerful and reliable.
PRAYER
Thank you, God, for your words -- words that reveal reality. Sometimes I find it uncomfortable seeing the truth about my own life. Help me to trust in the power of your message to change my life. I don't want to be stuck so I'm going to keep my faith trained on you. I'm going to trust your gracious promises. Amen.
LORD God, you are truly God! Your words are trustworthy, and you have promised this good thing to your servant.
HEBREWS 4:12 (CEB)
God’s word is living, active, and sharper than any two-edged sword. It penetrates to the point that it separates the soul from the spirit and the joints from the marrow. It’s able to judge the heart’s thoughts and intentions.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
God's word is powerful and reliable.
PRAYER
Thank you, God, for your words -- words that reveal reality. Sometimes I find it uncomfortable seeing the truth about my own life. Help me to trust in the power of your message to change my life. I don't want to be stuck so I'm going to keep my faith trained on you. I'm going to trust your gracious promises. Amen.
Friday, May 21, 2021
PRAYER
NEHEMIAH 1:6 (MSG)
Pay attention to this prayer of your servant that I’m praying day and night in intercession for your servants...
JAMES 5:16 (MSG)
The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Prayer is worth the effort.
PRAYER
Thank you, God, for listening to our prayers. Forgive me for doubting that it's all worth the effort. Show me how to live in constant prayer so that I can have a part in what you're doing. Amen.
Pay attention to this prayer of your servant that I’m praying day and night in intercession for your servants...
JAMES 5:16 (MSG)
The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Prayer is worth the effort.
PRAYER
Thank you, God, for listening to our prayers. Forgive me for doubting that it's all worth the effort. Show me how to live in constant prayer so that I can have a part in what you're doing. Amen.
Thursday, May 20, 2021
PRAISE
NEHEMIAH 9:5 (CEV)
Stand and shout praises
to your LORD,
the eternal God!
Praise his wonderful name,
though he is greater
than words can express.
EPHESIANS 5:19 (CEV)
When you meet together, sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, as you praise the Lord with all your heart.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Even though the words are inadequate, direct your praises to our glorious God.
PRAYER
Glorious God, you are worthy of all attention, all praise, and all honor. Thank you for placing me in a community of faithful followers who honor you through songs of praise. I acknowledge that my voice cracks and that I sometimes grumble about the music. Free me to focus on the music behind the music -- your glory and grace. I'm not going to get hung up on the style, the volume, or the shortcomings of the musicians. I'm going to focus instead on praising the Lord with all my heart. Amen.
Stand and shout praises
to your LORD,
the eternal God!
Praise his wonderful name,
though he is greater
than words can express.
EPHESIANS 5:19 (CEV)
When you meet together, sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, as you praise the Lord with all your heart.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Even though the words are inadequate, direct your praises to our glorious God.
PRAYER
Glorious God, you are worthy of all attention, all praise, and all honor. Thank you for placing me in a community of faithful followers who honor you through songs of praise. I acknowledge that my voice cracks and that I sometimes grumble about the music. Free me to focus on the music behind the music -- your glory and grace. I'm not going to get hung up on the style, the volume, or the shortcomings of the musicians. I'm going to focus instead on praising the Lord with all my heart. Amen.
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