Feb. 9 - 15, 2014

Heavenly Father, thank You for Your grace, Your mercy, and Your love. We ask for Your continued grace as we pray for the families of all those who have gone on before us, those who served in our military, and those friends and loved ones who have departed. We pray that the Holy Spirit will fill us and dwell in and with us as we seek to gain strength and encouragement from Your word. Bless us today Lord God with joy and peace; peace not as the world gives, but Your peace that surpasses all understanding, and remind us that the joy of the Lord is our strength. In Jesus’ holy name we pray, Amen.

"…And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."
Philippians 4:7 (KJV)

Week of Dec. 9 - Dec. 15

Lord, pour out your Holy Spirit, help me set aside concerns about what others may think of me. May I focus instead on your call to share the good news of your redeeming love. Give me courage and boldness. Transform us all into your likeness more and more each day all for your Glory. Thank you Father for loving me and calling me your child! Break down any barriers; whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, that takes my eyes away from you. We pray this prayer in the mighty and awesome name of Jesus. Amen!

I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.
God is my witness, how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus.
And this is my prayer: That your love may increase ever more and more in knowledge and every kind of perception,
to discern what is of value, so that you may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ,
filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ
for the glory and praise of God.

Philippians 1:8-11

Week of May 20 - 26, 2012

Father God, you are the Maker of heaven and earth, and You know every situation that comes our way.  Even though it seems that life is unfair at times, we know our Redeemer lives, and if we continue to abide in the presence of the Holy Spirit we will learn to be content.  Help us to allow Your grace to be sufficient at all times and in all situations.  We ask this of you, Father, by the power of Your Holy Spirit, and in the name of Jesus. Amen.


“Not that I speak from want; for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstance I am.”  

Philippians 4:11 (NASB)

Week of May 13 - 19, 2012

Heavenly Father, we thank you for our mothers. Thank you that she deemed it a joyous event to nurture us from conception to now. She introduced us to You in so many ways. We watched her trust You when life events were cruel. She spoke hope when there seemed to be none. She walked in faith always believing Your teachings. She taught us to share our small portions with others who had nothing. We watched her treat rude people with kindness. By her actions she taught us to tell the truth and to express love in all we do. Father, shower her with Your blessings of good health, safety, and physical strength as You continue to prosper the work of her hands. May we always love and respect our mothers. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.

“Finally brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of a good report, if there is any virtue and if there is any praise,  think on these things.” 

Philippians 4:8 (NIV)

Week of Feb. 5 - 11, 2012

Almighty God, we are grateful that You care enough to strengthen us. Your strength is poured into us so we can do Your will: to care for the poor, the orphaned, and the widows. Lord, we are capable people, and can do much just by loving our neighbor, praying for one another, and sharing the good news of a Savior. No matter our situation, sickness, or challenge, if we put our trust in You, we will be renewed by Your strength and Your grace in every moment of every day. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
— Philippians 4:13 (NIV)

Week of May 30

Lord, my God and Savior, Your life, death and resurrection gives me reason to rejoice and be thankful, for Your Spirit lives on, in, and through me. I am a vessel, an instrument of Your love and hope in a world that is often not very loving or hopeful. By Your grace, may I, as Your follower, make a difference in this world. May my actions today and each day bring You honor and glory. Amen.


"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

(Philippians 4:13, NKJV)

Week of January 10

Almighty God, as we begin another year of life here on earth, help us to press toward that goal You have set for us and not ponder on the past. Remind us, Father, that the past is gone, but we have the future to hold on to – a future of hope in You, a future of Your unfailing, never-changing love. Help us, Lord, to attain the goal, to accomplish the plan, and to fulfill the purpose for which the very grace of God has chosen for us to do. Jesus, Savior of all, be glorified in everything we do and say.

Amen.

“Brothers and Sisters, 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.”

(Phil. 3:13-14, NIV)