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The Peace of Jerusalem?

The Peace of Jerusalem?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who pray for the peace of Jerusalem. In Jesus’ name, amen.

The notes related to Psalm 122 in the English Standard Version of the Bible say,

“This Psalm celebrates Zion as God’s chosen city. (Psalm 46, 48, 76, 87), and specifically the privilege of going their on a pilgrimage. (c.f. Psalm 84) Not only is ‘the house of the Lord’ there, but so are ‘the thrones of the house of David.’ Christians who sing this recognize that in their gathered worship they are carrying out the task of the temple, and their Davidic king (Jesus) is present with them (1 Pet. 2:4-5; cf. Eph. 2:19-22).”

Psalm 122:1-9 (ESV) references the peace of Jerusalem.

“I was glad when they said to me,
“Let us go to the house of the Lord!”
Our feet have been standing
within your gates, O Jerusalem!

Jerusalem—built as a city
that is bound firmly together,
to which the tribes go up,
the tribes of the Lord,
as was decreed for Israel,
to give thanks to the name of the Lord.
There thrones for judgment were set,
the thrones of the house of David.

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem!
‘May they be secure who love you!
Peace be within your walls
and security within your towers!’
For my brothers and companions’ sake
I will say, ‘Peace be within you!’
For the sake of the house of the Lord our God,
I will seek your good.”

Imagine being on a pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem. The excitement would grow as the time to go in was getting closer and closer. It was The Place to worship God.

Still today, God is in control, and prayer changes things. Stop and say a prayer for the peace of Jerusalem.

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Speak of Peace?

Speak of Peace?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who speak of peace when others are for war. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Today, sadly, around the world, there are armed conflicts where people are dying.

In Mark 13:7 (ESV) Jesus says, “And when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. This must take place, but the end is not yet.”

In Psalm 120:1-7 (ESV), the psalmist concludes his remarks by considering peace and war.

“In my distress I called to the Lord,
and he answered me.
Deliver me, O Lord,
from lying lips,
from a deceitful tongue.

What shall be given to you,
and what more shall be done to you,
you deceitful tongue?
A warrior’s sharp arrows,
with glowing coals of the broom tree!

Woe to me, that I sojourn in Meshech,
that I dwell among the tents of Kedar!
Too long have I had my dwelling
among those who hate peace.
I am for peace,
but when I speak, they are for war!”

There are all kinds of war zones. Do you want peace but one other or others around you want war? If so, take time to pray about how to respond. May God bless and keep those who are affected by war. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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The Lord Will Give What Is Good?

The Lord Will Give What Is Good?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know the Lord will give what is good. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Whether a personal revival or a large-scale one, people’s lives change. At the outset of Psalm 85, the psalmist wonders if God will continue to be angry. Later, the psalmist is hopeful.

In Psalm 85:10-13 (ESV) the psalmist is confident when he begins by saying, “Yes.”

“Steadfast love and faithfulness meet;
righteousness and peace kiss each other.
Faithfulness springs up from the ground,
and righteousness looks down from the sky.
Yes, the Lord will give what is good,
and our land will yield its increase.
Righteousness will go before him
and make his footsteps a way.”

God can bless abundantly more than we ask or imagine. The Lord can give not only bountiful crops for the land, he can also change our hearts. Are you open to change? There is no time like the present.

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Salvation Is Near?

Salvation Is Near?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know salvation is near to those who fear him. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Life can change in a moment. An individual can be at the lowest point in life and cry out to the Lord. When he or she answers, that person’s life can start over as one who has been born again.

Psalm 85:8-9 (ESV) is about salvation being near.

“Let me hear what God the Lord will speak,
for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints;
but let them not turn back to folly.
Surely his salvation is near to those who fear him,
that glory may dwell in our land.”

Are circumstances such that you or someone you know is at a low point? Listen. If you are the one at a low point, pray. If you know someone in crisis or otherwise at a low point, reach out and share your faith. Pray for and with whoever it is.

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Need a Good Night’s Sleep?

Need a Good Night’s Sleep?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who need to lie down and sleep in peace. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Insomnia can result in going to sleep too late, waking up too early, or a combination of the two.

Sleep deprivation can result in a host of health-related issues. Some people would give anything for a good night’s sleep.

Psalm 4:5b (ESV) says,
“Put your trust in the Lord.”

The psalmists tells us in Psalm 4:8 what happens:
“In peace I will both lie down and sleep;
for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”

Sleep and dwelling in safety are a winning combination. These verses bring hope and comfort to the sleep deprived.

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