Month: January 2015

And He said to them, “The Sabbath was made for man, and not man for the Sabbath. Therefore the Son of Man is also Lord of the Sabbath.” (Mark 2: 27, 28, NKJV). Lord of the Sabbath and of my life, I pray that You will keep me living in the light of Your glory.  May […]

For if Joshua had given them rest, then He would not afterward have spoken of another day.  There remains therefore a rest for the people of God. For he who has entered His rest has himself also ceased from his works as God did from His. (Hebrews 4:8-10, NKJV). Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You […]

Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you. (Matthew 5:12, NKJV). Merciful God, it is by Your mercy that we are able to continue on this journey through this valley of tears; because Your mercies are “new every morning.” When the […]

“Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. . .” (Matthew 5:11, NKJV). Gracious God, we thank You that under every circumstance You are with us! Help us to always remember that we have a Friend in You; and may we call […]

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:10, NKJV). Dear God and Heavenly Father we are constantly aware that we live in a world of unrighteousness. We are not surprised that those who want to live godly lives will be persecuted; nevertheless, it hurts. So teach […]

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons [daughters] of God. (Matthew 5:9, NKJV). Dear God, in a world where peace seems almost none existent, please  help us to share Your peace with those with whom we come in contact. In the holy name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. It is hard to believe that […]

Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. (Matthew 5:8, NKJV). Heavenly Father, how we long to have a heart that is pure and holy that You may sit upon the throne of our hearts and lead us “in paths of righteousness for Your name sake.” In the precious name of Jesus Christ […]

Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy. (Luke 5:7). Dear God of mercy and love. Here we come again accepting the anointing that You have promised to those who stand in need of Your amazing mercy and grace! May we live everyday of our lives to bring You glory, in the wondrous name of […]

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. (Matthew 5: 6, NKJV). Father in heaven, we come to you and ask that Your Word will strengthen us; and enable us to do Your will. We claim this strength in the name of Jesus the Christ. Amen. Today we come upon […]

Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth. (Matthew 5:6, NKJV). Holy Father, as we approach Your Mercy Seat, we feel a great need to be more like You. May the sweetness of Your character become ours as we rest in You this day. In the blessed name of Jesus Christ we pray. Amen. The […]