“Oh, what joy for those whose disobedience is forgiven, whose sin is put out of sight! Yes, what joy for those whose record the Lord has cleared of guilt, whose lives are lived in complete honesty! Finally, I confessed all my sins to you and stopped trying to hide my guilt. I said to myself, “I will confess my rebellion to the Lord.” And you forgave me! All my guilt is gone. Interlude Therefore, let all the godly pray to you while there is still time, that they may not drown in the floodwaters of judgment. The Lord says, “I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you. So rejoice in the Lord and be glad, all you who obey him! Shout for joy, all you whose hearts are pure!”
Psalms 32:1-2, 5-6, 8, 11 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.32.1-11.NLT
My God and Deliverer
“O Lord, I give my life to you. I trust in you, my God! Do not let me be disgraced, or let my enemies rejoice in my defeat. Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. Remember, O Lord, your compassion and unfailing love, which you have shown from long ages past. Do not remember the rebellious sins of my youth. Remember me in the light of your unfailing love, for you are merciful, O Lord. Who are those who fear the Lord? He will show them the path they should choose. They will live in prosperity, and their children will inherit the land. The Lord is a friend to those who fear him. He teaches them his covenant. My eyes are always on the Lord, for he rescues me from the traps of my enemies. May integrity and honesty protect me, for I put my hope in you.”
Psalms 25:1-2, 4-7, 12-15, 21 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.25.1-21.NLT
Prayer
““I will also bless the foreigners who commit themselves to the Lord, who serve him and love his name, who worship him and do not desecrate the Sabbath day of rest, and who hold fast to my covenant. I will bring them to my holy mountain of Jerusalem and will fill them with joy in my house of prayer. I will accept their burnt offerings and sacrifices, because my Temple will be called a house of prayer for all nations. For the Sovereign Lord, who brings back the outcasts of Israel, says: I will bring others, too, besides my people Israel.””
Isaiah 56:6-8 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/isa.56.6-8.NLT
Living a Godly Life
“Lord God, Your laws are wonderful. No wonder I obey them! The teaching of your word gives light, so even the simple can understand. Come and show me your mercy, as you do for all who love your name. Guide my steps by your word, so I will not be overcome by evil. Look upon me with love; teach me your decrees. O Lord, you are righteous, and your regulations are fair. Your laws are perfect and completely trustworthy. Your promises have been thoroughly tested; that is why I love them so much. Your justice is eternal, and your instructions are perfectly true. As pressure and stress bear down on me, I find joy in your commands. Your laws are always right; help me to understand them so I may live.”
Psalms 119:129-130, 132-133, 135, 137-138, 140, 142-144 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/psa.119.129-144.NLT
Seeking
“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”
Matthew 6:33 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.6.33.NLT
Keeping My Eyes On Jesus
“But to all who believed him and accepted him, he gave the right to become children of God. They are reborn—not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God. So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.”
John 1:12-14 NLT
https://bible.com/bible/116/jhn.1.12-14.NLT
Forgiveness
Father God, help us to live with a forgiving mindset. Each day we can build on faith and love. In Jesus Name. Amen 🙏
Asking God
God is strong enough to handle our dilemmas, especially when we have little control over external circumstances. Some countries are on the brink of exploding in a quest for having the most power. For me living in the United States foreign policies are becoming an intimate issue. God is the eternal answer for everything.
Holy Spirit help me to increase my faith in Jesus Christ and the power of God. Amen 🙏
Ukrainian Struggles
Father God, we see the ugly face of war, oppression, racism in the world. But, let us see Your Son’s work at Calvary. We need the power of Your Holy Spirit to make right decisions. In Jesus Name. Amen 🙏
Steadfastness
Father God, give me a heart that sees Christ clearly. Give me a Will that obeys the Holy Spirit. Give me a mind that knows right from wrong based upon Your Word that leads to eternal life. Help me to remember Your love always. Amen 🙏