Sounds like a command to me. Not an easy one, but what Jesus commands, nevertheless. Jeus, I want to do what you command. Sometimes that is difficult. Give me the strength and wisdom to love my enemies and pray for those who persecute me. Make me more like you.
Tag Archives: grace
God Loves You
Such a wonderful verse and such a great reminder that God loves all his children, even when we appear unlovable to others. Lord, help me to remember that You love ALL Your children, even ones who don’t appear so nice. Help me to see them through Your eyes and to offer them Your grace, love,Continue reading “God Loves You”
Dropping the Stones
Dropping the Stones Caught in the act, they dragged her into the temple courts. Head down, hands trembling, she avoided the eyes of the angry men surrounding her. The men couldn’t wait to pass judgment on her. Their faces turned hard as the stones they longed to throw. After all, that was God’s law. ButContinue reading “Dropping the Stones”
Good Gifts
“He bequeaths us His manger, from which to learn how God came down to man, and His cross to teach us how man may go up to God.” ― Charles H. Spurgeon Oh, God, thank you for simple images and symbols that remind us of your goodness and grace. Thank you, Lord, for giving usContinue reading “Good Gifts”
Cleaning the Stove
This morning I cleaned my stove. Youknow, took out the burners and the drip pans and cleaned all the accumulatedgunk. Most of it wiped up easily, but a few spots took a little elbow greaseand some steel wool pads. Before long, the stove looked shiny and (nearly) new.As I worked, my mind meandered, as ittendsContinue reading “Cleaning the Stove”
Friday Prayer Challenge
Friday Prayer Challenge I Peter 4:8-11Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing the same kind of sufferings. And the God of all grace, who calledContinue reading “Friday Prayer Challenge”
Like Sheep
Lord, I am so thankful that you seek the lost sheep. So many times you have rescued me from myself. Thank you for your loving care.
Are You a Pharisee?
“A pharisee is hard on others and easy on himself, but a spiritual man is easy on others and hard on himself”.― A.W. Tozer Makes you think, doesn’t it? Which are you? Father, let me dispose of the ways of the pharisee and, instead, adopt the ways of Jesus. Like him, let me be filledContinue reading “Are You a Pharisee?”
God’s Light
And what a beautiful dawn that will be. Lord, let my reflected light be a beacon to draw others to you. May their ears, eyes and hearts be open to your light, love, and saving grace.
My Boat Has Sprung a Leak
My Boat Has Sprung a Leak Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung a leak! The hole is very small, but the water trickles in. My bucket scrapes the bottom, scoops the water it can get, But still the water trickles in; my feet are getting wet! Oh Lord, help me—my boat has sprung aContinue reading “My Boat Has Sprung a Leak”
Growing Our Faith Together 