God is wise and powerful—who could possibly oppose him and win? ~ Job 9:4 (CEV)
Get along with each other; don’t be stuck-up. Make friends with nobodies; don’t be the great somebody. ~ Romans 12:16 (MSG)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Approach God and others with humility.
PRAYER
God, you have modeled humility for us in the way that you saved us. You sent Christ into the world to sacrifice his life on behalf of broken and despicable humanity. I'm grateful -- even though I haven't fully caught the humility, yet. I wouldn't describe myself as arrogant or stuck-up but I have these moments when I'm so sure of myself that I don't care what others think or how my opinion will affect them. Gently guide me into the humble lifestyle of Christ so that all who notice me will see how wise, powerful, and gracious you are. Amen.
The Moravian Daily Texts* – Bible passages for my students and anyone else who might want to listen in on my conversations with God. ~ Brad Boydston
Saturday, September 19, 2020
Friday, September 18, 2020
Treating others well
I, the LORD, love justice; I hate robbery and dishonesty. ~ Isaiah 61:8 (CEB)
Don’t run roughshod over the concerns of your brothers and sisters. Their concerns are God’s concerns, and he will take care of them. ~ 1 Thessalonians 4:6 (MSG)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
How we treat others is important to God.
PRAYER
God, I am so grateful for the way that you treat me. Even when I'm a jerk you're kind to me. I confess that I'm not so careful with others -- with their feelings, possessions, and aspirations. I just get going with my own plans and it's so easy to not even notice their concerns. Help me to be more sensitive and fair in the way that I treat others. I want my life to consistently reflect the generosity I've experienced through Christ Jesus. Amen.
Don’t run roughshod over the concerns of your brothers and sisters. Their concerns are God’s concerns, and he will take care of them. ~ 1 Thessalonians 4:6 (MSG)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
How we treat others is important to God.
PRAYER
God, I am so grateful for the way that you treat me. Even when I'm a jerk you're kind to me. I confess that I'm not so careful with others -- with their feelings, possessions, and aspirations. I just get going with my own plans and it's so easy to not even notice their concerns. Help me to be more sensitive and fair in the way that I treat others. I want my life to consistently reflect the generosity I've experienced through Christ Jesus. Amen.
Thursday, September 17, 2020
Don't panic
Because I, your GOD, have a firm grip on you and I’m not letting go. I’m telling you, ‘Don’t panic. I’m right here to help you.’ ~ Isaiah 41:13 (MSG)
Jumping out of the boat, Peter walked on the water to Jesus. But when he looked down at the waves churning beneath his feet, he lost his nerve and started to sink. He cried, “Master, save me!”
Jesus didn’t hesitate. He reached down and grabbed his hand. ~ Matthew 14:30-31 (MSG)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Don't panic. Jesus has things under control.
PRAYER
God, you are my rock in the swirling storm, my foundation in a falling-apart world. I'm sorry for giving in to my fears instead of resting in your saving grace. Let me feel the strong hand of Jesus pulling me to safety onto solid ground. Use my hands to bring hope and peace to others today. Amen. (Daily Texts, Mount Carmel Ministries edition.)
Jumping out of the boat, Peter walked on the water to Jesus. But when he looked down at the waves churning beneath his feet, he lost his nerve and started to sink. He cried, “Master, save me!”
Jesus didn’t hesitate. He reached down and grabbed his hand. ~ Matthew 14:30-31 (MSG)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Don't panic. Jesus has things under control.
PRAYER
God, you are my rock in the swirling storm, my foundation in a falling-apart world. I'm sorry for giving in to my fears instead of resting in your saving grace. Let me feel the strong hand of Jesus pulling me to safety onto solid ground. Use my hands to bring hope and peace to others today. Amen. (Daily Texts, Mount Carmel Ministries edition.)
Wednesday, September 16, 2020
Generous
Honor God with everything you own... ~ Proverbs 3:9 (MSG)
Be generous -- even toward your enemies. And don't worry about getting paid back when you lend something to them. The Most High will reward you. After all, this is how God is with you; and as his children, you'll be carrying on the family tradition. ~ Luke 6:35 (ABP)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Use what you have to honor God.
PRAYER
Most High God, you've entrusted me with a lot. I have health. I have a place in the world. I have safety. I have family and friends. I have a life. Thank you! I confess that I'm pretty conservative -- holding on tightly to what I have because I want to make sure that the future is secure. Help me to be more generous with my life -- with all I have. I'm going to use it all to honor you. Amen!
Be generous -- even toward your enemies. And don't worry about getting paid back when you lend something to them. The Most High will reward you. After all, this is how God is with you; and as his children, you'll be carrying on the family tradition. ~ Luke 6:35 (ABP)
SUMMARY SENTENCE
Use what you have to honor God.
PRAYER
Most High God, you've entrusted me with a lot. I have health. I have a place in the world. I have safety. I have family and friends. I have a life. Thank you! I confess that I'm pretty conservative -- holding on tightly to what I have because I want to make sure that the future is secure. Help me to be more generous with my life -- with all I have. I'm going to use it all to honor you. Amen!
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