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Wisdom Prayer

Fear of the Lord?

Fear of the Lord?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.”

The website biblestudytools.com explains that the word “fear,” in this context, implies respect. Believers respect God so much they will do what they can to avoid sin, humbly worship, and approach God with awe and reverence.

Psalm 111:10 (ESV) tells us the practice of wisdom will lead to good understanding.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
all those who practice it have a good understanding.
His praise endures forever!”

A note in the English Standard Version of the Bible explains the word “understanding” means, “Sound insight into God’s moral order for the world.”

God is not some impersonal God who wants us to cower in his presence. Rather, he is worthy of praise. Learn more about what it means to have a personal relationship with God by reading the Four Spiritual Laws:
http://www.4laws.com/laws/englishkgp/default.htm.

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Breathed By God?

Breathed By God?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who realize that all Scripture is God breathed. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Believers look to God’s holy and inspired word for guidance, inspiration, and more.

2 Timothy 3:16 (ESV) tells us, “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness.”

Psalm 111:2-4 (ESV) reinforces the idea of God’s righteousness.
“Great are the works of the Lord,
studied by all who delight in them.
Full of splendor and majesty is his work,
and his righteousness endures forever.
He has caused his wondrous works to be remembered;
the Lord is gracious and merciful.”

God’s works are not only great, they are remembered. Why not study God’s word in order to bring to mind all his works. Tell others. Share what God has done in your life with the next generation.

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The Company of the Upright?

The Company of the Upright?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who enjoy being in the company of the upright. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Consider the importance of joining together as believers. Matthew 18:20 (ESV) says,

“For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.”

Psalm 111:1 (ESV) refers to a much larger gathering.

“Praise the Lord!
I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart,
in the company of the upright, in the congregation.”

The pandemic has caused many to avoid larger gatherings. Meanwhile, many congregations are still experiencing vibrant corporate worship.

Whatever the size of the gathering, enjoy being with other believers. Do as the psalm says, “Praise the Lord.”

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Give Great Thanks?

Give Great Thanks?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who give great thanks to the Lord. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The early part of Psalm 109 says a lot about what the psalmist wishes would happen to his enemies. He does not hope the best for them.

By Psalm 109:30-31 (ESV), however, the psalmist is thankful.

“With my mouth I will give great thanks to the Lord;
I will praise him in the midst of the throng.
For he stands at the right hand of the needy one,
to save him from those who condemn his soul to death.”

Have you ever wanted to retaliate against those who oppose or oppress? Try a different approach. Spend time thanking God for his provision. Also, praise the Lord publicly.

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Do Valiantly?

Do Valiantly?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know with God we shall do valiantly. In Jesus’ name, amen.

David wrote Psalm 108. He knew God gave the decedents of Abraham the Promised Land after wandering in the desert. David appeals to god to help him against his opponents. The notes in the English Standard Version explains that in Psalm 60 there is a “campaign” that lead to Edom. In verse Psalm 108:10 Edom is a foe of God’s people.

By the end of Psalm 108:7-13 (ESV) we see that David is confident that with God it will be possible to tread down the foes.

“God has promised in his holiness:
‘‘With exultation I will divide up Shechem
and portion out the Valley of Succoth.
Gilead is mine; Manasseh is mine;
Ephraim is my helmet,
Judah my scepter.
Moab is my washbasin;
upon Edom I cast my shoe;
over Philistia I shout in triumph.’

Who will bring me to the fortified city?
Who will lead me to Edom?
Have you not rejected us, O God?
You do not go out, O God, with our armies.
Oh grant us help against the foe,
for vain is the salvation of man!
With God we shall do valiantly;
it is he who will tread down our foes.”

Even if the odds seem stacked against victory, God is still in control. By the end of Psalm 108, David seems sure his foes would be defeated. Are you confident that God can fight and win your battles? Pray. Even if there are setbacks, God ultimately “will tread down our foes.”

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A Steadfast Heart?

A Steadfast Heart?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those whose heart is steadfast. In Jesus’ name, amen.

David’s psalm is very much like a prayer.

His words are filled with emotion as he says he will sing, make melody, add musical instruments, and praise God among the nations.

Psalm 108:1-6 involves vivid description that takes us into God’s presence.

“My heart is steadfast, O God!
I will sing and make melody with all my being!
Awake, O harp and lyre!
I will awake the dawn!
I will give thanks to you, O Lord, among the peoples;
I will sing praises to you among the nations.
For your steadfast love is great above the heavens;
your faithfulness reaches to the clouds.

Be exalted, O God, above the heavens!
Let your glory be over all the earth!
That your beloved ones may be delivered,
give salvation by your right hand and answer me!”

David’s heart is unwavering. How is your heart? Is there a song of praise or thanksgiving that comes to mind?

Exalt God. Consider the first words of “Come Let Us Worship and Bow Down.”

“Come, let us worship and bow down And kneel before the Lord, our Maker”

Give God all the glory.

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