Our verse this week is about spending ourselves on purpose. In light of this task, we will follow in the footsteps of Mary and her story of the alabaster box which is found in all four Gospel accounts. It contains a depth and richness that summons my full attention as it teaches us what it looks like to be bent with abandon.
There is a hunger that abides deep in our soul and longs to be satisfied. What is this? It’s Soul Hunger.
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
Galatians 6:9 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. PRAYER Lord, in your tender mercy, I find myself once again meeting you on the threshing floor. Through this process of refinement, reveal in me that which honors You. … Read more
Philippians 3:13-14 I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus PRAYER Lord God, Help me form … Read more
Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he PRAYER Lord God, open my eyes to see the vision of who you want me to be on the other side of the cravings that confine me. Help me to focus on this vision so I … Read more
1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can stand up under it PRAYER Lord God, show me … Read more
Galatians 5:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. PRAYER Lord God, I ask for your divine protection as we embark on this quest of personal discovery and transformation. Prepare us for this process. Give us wisdom, and … Read more
Lamentations 3:10 Let us examine our ways and test them, and let us return to the LORD PRAYER Lord God, thank you for your great sacrifice. Help me to lay the shame that continues to wrap itself around my soul at your feet and receive the great gift of grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Have … Read more