I think one of the greatest human desires is to be known. Fully known in spite of our faults. The kind of known that penetrates our deepest insecurities and satisfies our craving for authentic connection. But to unveil and step out of our emotionally compartmentalized lives begs an uncommon kind of bravery.
Luke 5:4-5 When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” Simon answered, “Master, we’ve worked hard all night and haven’t caught anything. But because you say so, I will let down the nets. PRAYER Gracious God, I hear you calling me … Read more
Ephesians 5:15-16 Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. PRAYER Gracious God, I want to be brave and engage in the life you have for me. Grow me in courage, and give me the wisdom I need to follow … Read more
Ephesians 5:13 But everything exposed by the light becomes visible—and everything that is illuminated becomes light. PRAYER Lord God, you know the situations and circumstances weighing heavy on my mind. You know my thoughts intimately. Help me to choose surrender. To allow you to shed light in just the right places at just the right … Read more
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. PRAYER Lord God, help me to be the person you’ve called me to be … Read more
Revelation 21:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away. PRAYER Lord God, You are the great Comforter. Teach me how to extend myself to be part of the solution to this overwhelming problem … Read more
Romans 15:4 For everything that was written in the past was written to teach us, so that through the endurance taught in the Scriptures and the encouragement they provide we might have hope PRAYER Lord God, continue to equip me to manage the troubles of this season. Help me to learn the lessons I need … Read more
Ezekiel 37:3 He asked me, “Son of man, can these bones live?” I said, “Sovereign LORD, you alone know. PRAYER Lord God, make me ready for the next assignment. Open my eyes to see your hand as it moves through my life in power and purpose, restoring and reviving that which has died. And thank … Read more
Genesis 22:14 So Abraham called that place The LORD Will Provide. And to this day it is said, “On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided.” PRAYER Lord God, in these moments of testing, prepare and position me for intimacy with you. Especially when I don’t understand what or why you are asking … Read more
Acts 4:13 The members of the council were amazed when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, for they could see that they were ordinary men with no special training in the Scriptures. They also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus. PRAYER Lord God, the needs around me are vast and … Read more