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Are World Leaders In Control?

Are World Leaders In Control?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for world leaders that they would know you are in control. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Some cable news outlets offer extensive coverage of international affairs. BBC World News and other channels offer programming that covers and reports on the decisions made by world leaders. Psalm 33:10-12 (ESV) has something to say about who is really in control.

“The Lord brings the counsel of the nations to nothing;
he frustrates the plans of the peoples.
The counsel of the Lord stands forever,
the plans of his heart to all generations.
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord,
the people whom he has chosen as his heritage! 

Later in Psalm 33:16-17 (ESV) the psalmist has more to say about those on the world stage.

“The king is not saved by his great army;
a warrior is not delivered by his great strength.
The war horse is a false hope for salvation,
and by its great might it cannot rescue.”

Pray government leaders and royalty turn to Christ and pay homage to Almighty God.

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God Forgives Our Transgressions!

God Forgives Our Transgressions!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know God forgives our transgressions. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Are you ready for Judgment Day? Believers and followers of Jesus have nothing to fear. Jesus paid the price for sin when he died on the cross. He rose again to sit at God’s right hand to judge the living and the dead. God sees everyone.

David, the psalmist, in Psalm 32:1-2 (ESV) writers about transgressions and forgiveness.

“Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven,
whose sin is covered.
Blessed is the man against whom the Lord counts no iniquity,
and in whose spirit there is no deceit.”

Has the message of these verses affected you? Ask God’s leading as to next steps. Trust what he tells you. He will open doors.

Has the message of this psalm affected you? Ask God’s leading as to next steps. Trust what he tells you. Let him lead the way.

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Let Your Heart Take Courage!

Let Your Heart Take Courage!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for the saints who let their hearts take courage. In Jesus name, amen.

God is willing and able to help the faithful. Most believers know the importance of loving God. Loving God requires action. Like the first chapter of Joshua, the traits of being strong and taking courage also appear in Psalm 31:23-24 (ESV).

“Love the Lord, all you his saints!
The Lord preserves the faithful
but abundantly repays the one who acts in pride.
Be strong, and let your heart take courage,
all you who wait for the Lord!”

Don’t look to prideful people for wisdom. These kinds of people think they are in control when, in reality, the Lord is in charge. Exchange pride for the love of God. Watch what happens.

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Recall Christ’s Last Words!

Recall Christ’s Last Words!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who recall the last words Christ said when he was on the cross. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When David wrote Psalm 31:3-5 (ESV) he was inspired by God. Generations later, David’s words would be quoted by Christ on Calvary.

“For you are my rock and my fortress;
and for your name’s sake you lead me and guide me;
you take me out of the net they have hidden for me,
for you are my refuge.
Into your hand I commit my spirit;
you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.”

In Luke 23:46 (ESV) Jesus is on the cross.

“Then Jesus, calling out with a loud voice, said,
‘Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!’ And having said this he breathed his last.”

The finality of this event seems to be the end of the story. Yet, believers know there is more. Christ is resurrected and appears to the disciples and hundreds of others.

Believers often say to each other on Easter, “He is risen.”

Others respond, “He is risen, indeed.”

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Joy Comes in the Morning!

Joy Comes in the Morning!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know joy comes in the morning. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Ever faced a difficult situation that led to tears? Yet, after a good night’s sleep, life somehow seemed better. A new day can provide a different perspective. Psalm 30:4-5 (ESV) concludes with an often quoted phrase that characterizes the hope of believers:

“Sing praises to the Lord, O you his saints,
and give thanks to his holy name.
For his anger is but for a moment,
and his favor is for a lifetime.
Weeping may tarry for the night,
but joy comes with the morning.”

Psalm 30:11-12 (ESV) go on reinforce this feeling:

“You have turned for me my mourning into dancing;
you have loosed my sackcloth
and clothed me with gladness,
that my glory may sing your praise and not be silent.
O Lord my God, I will give thanks to you forever!”

Whatever the circumstances, know God can provide a way when there seems to be no way. Look expectantly for the joy that comes in the morning. Thank God.

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Worship The Lord In the Splendor of Holiness!

Worship The Lord In the Splendor of Holiness!

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who ascribe glory and strength to the Lord. In Jesus’ name.

The term ascribe means “to give credit to.”

In the case of Psalm 29:1-2 (ESV), we learn what David, the psalmist, ascribes to the Lord. Moreover, the credit given to the Lord leads to worship.

“Ascribe to the Lord, O heavenly beings,
ascribe to the Lord glory and strength.
Ascribe to the Lord the glory due his name;
worship the Lord in the splendor of holiness.”

Pondering the Lord’s glory and strength should give us pause. Are you in awe of holy God? Praise his name.

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