Hymn of the Day
When friend was lost, then love deceived, dear Jesus wept, God was bereaved; so with us in our grief God grieves, and round about us mournfully there are the tears of God. ("In Deepest Night" - Text: Susan Palo Cherwien, b. 1953)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 4.21-31-Tell me, you who want to be under law, do you not listen to the law?
Lamentations 3-4-You drew near when I called on You; You said, "Do not fear!"
Psalm 146-The LORD sets the prisoners free.
Hebrews 11.1-7-Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.
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God's Word of the Day
I AM your faithful friend. There are things in you that I hope for. I have conviction that you will be new in Me. I AM near to you and will set you free from sin, death, and the devil. Now, you, have faith in Me.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I see You wept when I turned from you.
Lord, I see Your pain in my leaving.
Lord, I see how faithful a friend You are to me.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
I am humbled by Your depth.
I am humbled by Your Love.
I am humbled by You.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
Build in me that depth of Love.
Build in me that depth of friendship.
Build in me that sacrificing Love.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
Create in me a humble heart.
Hear my confession.
Forgive my sin and set me free from this prison.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
Give me Your faith in Hope.
Give me Your faith in Love.
Give me Your faith in Acts of Love.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
I give my life to You in love.
I give my life to You in service.
I give my life to You in joy.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
Send me to love.
Send me to serve.
Send me to sacrifice.
Lord, I know of Your sacrificing Love for me.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, my faithful and true friend; forgive me for leaving You. I know of Your presence in my own pain. I know of Your Love and care. I feel You next to me. I give thanks to You. Forgive me, call me, gift me and send me in Your Way, I pray. ---Amen
Friday, November 30, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
November 29th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
"How long, O God?" the psalmist cries, a cry we make our own. Though we are lost, alone, afraid, our God will lead us home. ("How Long, O God" - Text:Ralph F. Smith, 1950-1994)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 3.21-4.20-And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's descendants, heirs according to promise.
Lamentations 1-2-The LORD has done what He purposed; He has accomplished His word which He commanded from days of old.
Psalm 145-The LORD is gracious and merciful; slow to anger and great in lovingkindness.
James 4.1-10-Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.
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God's Word of the Day
Draw near to Me and I will draw near to you, I will lead and guide you, for you are My child. I love you!
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Psalm of the Day
I cry out to be near You.
I come to You a needy man.
I come to You and seek You out.
I find that You found me.
I find that You were always near.
I find that You came down to save me.
I find Your Love up close and "in my face."
I find You.
I find out that You found me and rescued me from sin, death and the devil.
I find out that You have declared me to be Your child.
I find Your graciousness, kindness, patience and Love.
But most of all; I find that You came to find me.
I see Your Love.
I see Your Care.
I see Jesus.
I see how; while I was lost, You found me.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I'm lost in this sea of selfishness and sin. I'm lost in death. I seek Your face. I seek You. Find me and save me this day. All my hope and faith is in You. ---Amen
"How long, O God?" the psalmist cries, a cry we make our own. Though we are lost, alone, afraid, our God will lead us home. ("How Long, O God" - Text:Ralph F. Smith, 1950-1994)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 3.21-4.20-And if you belong to Christ, then you are Abraham's descendants, heirs according to promise.
Lamentations 1-2-The LORD has done what He purposed; He has accomplished His word which He commanded from days of old.
Psalm 145-The LORD is gracious and merciful; slow to anger and great in lovingkindness.
James 4.1-10-Draw near to God and He will draw near to you.
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God's Word of the Day
Draw near to Me and I will draw near to you, I will lead and guide you, for you are My child. I love you!
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Psalm of the Day
I cry out to be near You.
I come to You a needy man.
I come to You and seek You out.
I find that You found me.
I find that You were always near.
I find that You came down to save me.
I find Your Love up close and "in my face."
I find You.
I find out that You found me and rescued me from sin, death and the devil.
I find out that You have declared me to be Your child.
I find Your graciousness, kindness, patience and Love.
But most of all; I find that You came to find me.
I see Your Love.
I see Your Care.
I see Jesus.
I see how; while I was lost, You found me.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I'm lost in this sea of selfishness and sin. I'm lost in death. I seek Your face. I seek You. Find me and save me this day. All my hope and faith is in You. ---Amen
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
November 28th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea; I am weak but thou art strong; Jesus, keep me from all wrong; daily walking close to thee, let it be, dear Lord, let it be. Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea. ("Just a Closer Walk with Thee" - Text:Ralph F. Smith, 1950-1994)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 3.1-20-Therefore, be sure that it is those who are of faith who are sons of Abraham.
Jeremiah 51-52-So Jeremiah wrote in a single scroll all the calamity which would come upon Babylon, that is, all these words which have been written concerning Babylon.
Psalm 144-Bow Your heavens, O LORD, and come down...
Luke 1.1-4-...so that you may know the exact truth about the things you have been taught.
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God's Word of the Day
I walk with You daily in My Spirit. I make known to you the exact Truth. Have faith; you are my chosen child.
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Psalm of the Day
I long to walk by Your side each day, Lord.
I long to converse with You.
I long to hear Your Word and gain understanding.
I long to receive You.
Bow the heavens and come down to me, Lord.
Come down to me in that ever-living water.
Come down to me in the bread and the wine.
Come down to me in Jesus.
Come down to me in Spirit.
Come down to me in Your creation.
Come down to me and walk side by side.
I long for Your protection.
I long for Your Love.
I long for You, my Savior.
I long for You!
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Prayer of the Day
I long for Your Love, Lord. Come down and walk by my side. Teach me and instruct me and lead and guide me this day. ---Amen
Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea; I am weak but thou art strong; Jesus, keep me from all wrong; daily walking close to thee, let it be, dear Lord, let it be. Just a closer walk with thee, grant it, Jesus, is my plea. ("Just a Closer Walk with Thee" - Text:Ralph F. Smith, 1950-1994)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 3.1-20-Therefore, be sure that it is those who are of faith who are sons of Abraham.
Jeremiah 51-52-So Jeremiah wrote in a single scroll all the calamity which would come upon Babylon, that is, all these words which have been written concerning Babylon.
Psalm 144-Bow Your heavens, O LORD, and come down...
Luke 1.1-4-...so that you may know the exact truth about the things you have been taught.
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God's Word of the Day
I walk with You daily in My Spirit. I make known to you the exact Truth. Have faith; you are my chosen child.
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Psalm of the Day
I long to walk by Your side each day, Lord.
I long to converse with You.
I long to hear Your Word and gain understanding.
I long to receive You.
Bow the heavens and come down to me, Lord.
Come down to me in that ever-living water.
Come down to me in the bread and the wine.
Come down to me in Jesus.
Come down to me in Spirit.
Come down to me in Your creation.
Come down to me and walk side by side.
I long for Your protection.
I long for Your Love.
I long for You, my Savior.
I long for You!
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Prayer of the Day
I long for Your Love, Lord. Come down and walk by my side. Teach me and instruct me and lead and guide me this day. ---Amen
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
November 27th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Jesus calls us! By your mercy, Savior, may we hear your call, give our hearts to your obedience, serve and love you best of all. ("Jesus Calls Us; o'er the Tumult" - Text: Cecil Frances Alexander, 1818-1895)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 2-For through the Law I died to the Law, so that I might live to God.
Jeremiah 49-50-Their Redeemer is strong, the LORD of hosts is His name; He will vigorously plead their case so that He may bring rest to the earth...
Psalm 143-Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.
Isaiah 33.17-22-For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; He will save us---
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God's Word of the Day
I AM your King. I AM strong and powerful. I AM Spirit that leads you on level ground. Go and serve Me in My Kingdom.
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Psalm of the Day
You are my King, Judge and Lawgiver.
You point out my sin.
You forgive me when I cry out to You.
You are strong and powerful.
You send Your Spirit to lead and guide me.
You call me out of darkness and into Your Light.
I go joyously to serve in Your Kingdom.
I go day after day.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
My Lord, my King, my Savior. I hear Your call. Send now Your Spirit to lead and guide me. Lead and guide and teach so that I may follow into Your Kingdom, today and every day. ---Amen
Jesus calls us! By your mercy, Savior, may we hear your call, give our hearts to your obedience, serve and love you best of all. ("Jesus Calls Us; o'er the Tumult" - Text: Cecil Frances Alexander, 1818-1895)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 2-For through the Law I died to the Law, so that I might live to God.
Jeremiah 49-50-Their Redeemer is strong, the LORD of hosts is His name; He will vigorously plead their case so that He may bring rest to the earth...
Psalm 143-Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God let Your good Spirit lead me on level ground.
Isaiah 33.17-22-For the LORD is our judge, the LORD is our lawgiver, the LORD is our king; He will save us---
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God's Word of the Day
I AM your King. I AM strong and powerful. I AM Spirit that leads you on level ground. Go and serve Me in My Kingdom.
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Psalm of the Day
You are my King, Judge and Lawgiver.
You point out my sin.
You forgive me when I cry out to You.
You are strong and powerful.
You send Your Spirit to lead and guide me.
You call me out of darkness and into Your Light.
I go joyously to serve in Your Kingdom.
I go day after day.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
My Lord, my King, my Savior. I hear Your call. Send now Your Spirit to lead and guide me. Lead and guide and teach so that I may follow into Your Kingdom, today and every day. ---Amen
Monday, November 26, 2007
November 26th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
In gratitude and humble trust we bring our best today to serve your cause and share your love with all along life's way. O God, who gave yourself to us in Jesus Christ your Son, teach us to give ourselves each day until life's work is done. ("As Saints of Old" - Text: Frank von Christierson, 1900-1996, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 1-Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins so that He might rescue us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forevermore. Amen.
Jeremiah 47-48-Cursed be the one who does the LORD'S work negligently...
Psalm 142-Bring my soul out of prison. so that I may give thanks to Your name; the righteous will surround me, for You will deal bountifully with me.
Jeremiah 46.18-28-"O Jacob My servant, do not fear," declares the LORD, "For I am with you."
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God's Word of the Day
Do not fear, I am with you. I bring grace and peace. Respond with your best and live in faith and trust in Me.
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Psalm of the Day
We greet one another in peace and love.
We greet one another in fellowship and thanksgiving.
Our greetings are joyous responses to what You have done for us.
Our greetings are actions taken in Your Love.
We go along life's path knowing You are with us.
We go into each day with You.
Our going is by Your Grace.
Our service is by Your direction.
Be with us this day as we serve You.
Be with us this day as we show Your Love to one another.
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Prayer of the Day
I go out today, called, enlightened, and gifted by You. I go out this day to show Your Love to those I meet. I go out this day in joy to run and jump and play in Your Kingdom. I go out this day with You. ---Amen
In gratitude and humble trust we bring our best today to serve your cause and share your love with all along life's way. O God, who gave yourself to us in Jesus Christ your Son, teach us to give ourselves each day until life's work is done. ("As Saints of Old" - Text: Frank von Christierson, 1900-1996, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
Galatians 1-Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins so that He might rescue us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father, to whom be the glory forevermore. Amen.
Jeremiah 47-48-Cursed be the one who does the LORD'S work negligently...
Psalm 142-Bring my soul out of prison. so that I may give thanks to Your name; the righteous will surround me, for You will deal bountifully with me.
Jeremiah 46.18-28-"O Jacob My servant, do not fear," declares the LORD, "For I am with you."
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God's Word of the Day
Do not fear, I am with you. I bring grace and peace. Respond with your best and live in faith and trust in Me.
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Psalm of the Day
We greet one another in peace and love.
We greet one another in fellowship and thanksgiving.
Our greetings are joyous responses to what You have done for us.
Our greetings are actions taken in Your Love.
We go along life's path knowing You are with us.
We go into each day with You.
Our going is by Your Grace.
Our service is by Your direction.
Be with us this day as we serve You.
Be with us this day as we show Your Love to one another.
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Prayer of the Day
I go out today, called, enlightened, and gifted by You. I go out this day to show Your Love to those I meet. I go out this day in joy to run and jump and play in Your Kingdom. I go out this day with You. ---Amen
Sunday, November 25, 2007
November 25th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Sing to the Lord of harvest your songs of love and praise; with joyful hearts and voices and your alleluias raise; by him the rolling seasons in fruitful order move; sing to the Lord of harvest a joyous song of love. ("Sing to the Lord of Harvest"- Text John S. B. Monsell, 1811-1875, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 3-But according to His promise we are looking for a new heavens and a new earth, in which righteousness dwells.
Jeremiah 45-46-But you, are you seeking great things for yourself? Do not seek them...
Psalm 141-May my prayer be counted as incense before You; the lifting up of my hands as the evening offering.
Luke 23.33-43-And he was saying, "Jesus, remember me when You come in Your kingdom!
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God's Word of the Day
My Kingdom will come. My Will will be done. I will make all things new.
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Psalm of the Day
Sometimes I think about that great harvest about to come.
Sometimes I ponder what it will be like.
Sometimes I feel like I'm hanging on that cross next to You.
Sometimes I wonder why you don't just abandon me.
Sometimes I want to say so badly, forgive me for my sin.
Sometimes I'm too proud to admit my sin.
Sometimes I do seek forgiveness.
Sometimes I want to be a part of Your Kingdom.
Sometimes I want to live in my own kingdom.
Sometimes I think about that great harvest about to come.
Always You love me.
Always You give me life.
Always You seek to forgive me.
Always You gift me and call me out.
Always You are with me in my pain.
Always You are by my side in the turmoil.
Always You give Your life for me.
Always You are my King, my Savior, my Lord.
Always You involve me in Your Kingdom.
Always You love me.
Forever I praise Your name.
Forever You remain all powerful.
Forever I give You glory.
Forever You are Love.
Forever I give my life to You.
Forever You gave Life to me.
Forever I joyfully live Your plan.
Forever You call me and send me out.
Forever I owe You my all.
Forever You will be praised.
Sometimes I think about that great harvest to come.
Always You love me.
Forever I praise Your name.
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Sometimes, Always and Forever. Lord, above all time, You entered into my time and space. You came as flesh and blood to know how it is with me. I seek Your forgiveness. I hear Your call. I go into Your Kingdom joyous and blessed with gifts to do Your Will. Be with me this day. Care for all the poor and needy. Serve the sick and those in pain. Comfort the grieving. Use me to do Your Will this day. Sometimes, Always and Forever. ---Amen
Sing to the Lord of harvest your songs of love and praise; with joyful hearts and voices and your alleluias raise; by him the rolling seasons in fruitful order move; sing to the Lord of harvest a joyous song of love. ("Sing to the Lord of Harvest"- Text John S. B. Monsell, 1811-1875, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 3-But according to His promise we are looking for a new heavens and a new earth, in which righteousness dwells.
Jeremiah 45-46-But you, are you seeking great things for yourself? Do not seek them...
Psalm 141-May my prayer be counted as incense before You; the lifting up of my hands as the evening offering.
Luke 23.33-43-And he was saying, "Jesus, remember me when You come in Your kingdom!
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God's Word of the Day
My Kingdom will come. My Will will be done. I will make all things new.
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Psalm of the Day
Sometimes I think about that great harvest about to come.
Sometimes I ponder what it will be like.
Sometimes I feel like I'm hanging on that cross next to You.
Sometimes I wonder why you don't just abandon me.
Sometimes I want to say so badly, forgive me for my sin.
Sometimes I'm too proud to admit my sin.
Sometimes I do seek forgiveness.
Sometimes I want to be a part of Your Kingdom.
Sometimes I want to live in my own kingdom.
Sometimes I think about that great harvest about to come.
Always You love me.
Always You give me life.
Always You seek to forgive me.
Always You gift me and call me out.
Always You are with me in my pain.
Always You are by my side in the turmoil.
Always You give Your life for me.
Always You are my King, my Savior, my Lord.
Always You involve me in Your Kingdom.
Always You love me.
Forever I praise Your name.
Forever You remain all powerful.
Forever I give You glory.
Forever You are Love.
Forever I give my life to You.
Forever You gave Life to me.
Forever I joyfully live Your plan.
Forever You call me and send me out.
Forever I owe You my all.
Forever You will be praised.
Sometimes I think about that great harvest to come.
Always You love me.
Forever I praise Your name.
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Sometimes, Always and Forever. Lord, above all time, You entered into my time and space. You came as flesh and blood to know how it is with me. I seek Your forgiveness. I hear Your call. I go into Your Kingdom joyous and blessed with gifts to do Your Will. Be with me this day. Care for all the poor and needy. Serve the sick and those in pain. Comfort the grieving. Use me to do Your Will this day. Sometimes, Always and Forever. ---Amen
Saturday, November 24, 2007
November 24th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Even so, Lord, quickly come to thy final harvest home. Gather then thy people in, free from sorrow, free from sin, there, forever purified, in thy garner to abide. Come, with all thine angels, come, raise the glorious harvest home! ("Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" - Text Henry Alford, 1810-1871, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 2-But false prophets arose among the people...
Jeremiah 43-44-As for the message that you have spoken to us in the name of the LORD, we are not going to listen to you!
Psalm 140-Rescue me, O LORD, from evil men; preserve me from violent men who devise evil things in their hearts; they continually stir up wars.
Psalm 46-God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
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God's Word of the Day
Quit listening to the wrong people! Listen to Me! I am your refuge and strength, I am your help in trouble.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I confess, how easily I fall into the trap of listening to false prophets.
I listen to those who say Your Word but their actions are opposed to Your Word.
I fall into the trap and follow the wrong person.
Forgive my shortsightedness and rescue me!
When I listen to You, I see evidence of Your harvest.
You produce fruit in people that displays love, compassion.
You produce fruit that displays, peace and harmony.
Lead me to Your Word and Your Way.
I know Your Word in Your Truthfulness.
Sometimes I must hear what I don't want to hear.
Make my plans Your plans.
Make my ways conform to Your Way.
In joy, I follow Your Voice.
In joy, I follow Your Light.
In joy, I follow Your Son.
In joy, I follow You!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, forgive me for going astray to bad advice. Forgive me for not trusting You. Forgive me, Lord. Let me hear Your Voice. Let me see Your Light. Let me see Your Face and follow only You. The One! ---Amen
Even so, Lord, quickly come to thy final harvest home. Gather then thy people in, free from sorrow, free from sin, there, forever purified, in thy garner to abide. Come, with all thine angels, come, raise the glorious harvest home! ("Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" - Text Henry Alford, 1810-1871, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 2-But false prophets arose among the people...
Jeremiah 43-44-As for the message that you have spoken to us in the name of the LORD, we are not going to listen to you!
Psalm 140-Rescue me, O LORD, from evil men; preserve me from violent men who devise evil things in their hearts; they continually stir up wars.
Psalm 46-God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
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God's Word of the Day
Quit listening to the wrong people! Listen to Me! I am your refuge and strength, I am your help in trouble.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I confess, how easily I fall into the trap of listening to false prophets.
I listen to those who say Your Word but their actions are opposed to Your Word.
I fall into the trap and follow the wrong person.
Forgive my shortsightedness and rescue me!
When I listen to You, I see evidence of Your harvest.
You produce fruit in people that displays love, compassion.
You produce fruit that displays, peace and harmony.
Lead me to Your Word and Your Way.
I know Your Word in Your Truthfulness.
Sometimes I must hear what I don't want to hear.
Make my plans Your plans.
Make my ways conform to Your Way.
In joy, I follow Your Voice.
In joy, I follow Your Light.
In joy, I follow Your Son.
In joy, I follow You!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, forgive me for going astray to bad advice. Forgive me for not trusting You. Forgive me, Lord. Let me hear Your Voice. Let me see Your Light. Let me see Your Face and follow only You. The One! ---Amen
Friday, November 23, 2007
November 23rd Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
We lift our voices, we lift our hands, we lift our lives up to you: we are an offering. Lord, use our voices, Lord, use our hands, Lord, use our lives, they are yours: we are an offering. All that we have, all that we are, all that we hope to be, we give to you, we give to you. We lift our voices, we lift our hands, we lift our lives up to you: we are an offering, we are an offering. ("We Are an Offering" - Text:Dwight Liles, b. 1957)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 1-So we have the prophetic word made more sure, to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts.
Jeremiah 41-42-"Do not be afraid of the king of Babylon, whom you are now fearing; do not be afraid of him," declares the LORD, "For I am with you to save you and deliver you from his hand. I will also show you compassion, so that he will have compassion on you and restore you to your own soil."
Psalm 139-Search me, O God, and know my heart; try me and know my anxious thoughts; and see if there be any hurtful way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way.
1 Peter 1.3-9-Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the death, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
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God's Word of the Day
Hear My Word. See the Light in the darkness. Offer your very self to Me. I show compassion and Love. Hear My Word and see My Light.
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Psalm of the Day
I open Your Word and read.
I listen for Your Voice and hear.
I look to Your Light and see.
You send Your Spirit to help me understand.
You teach and guide me day by day.
You reveal Life, Love and salvation.
You forgive sin and guide me in Your path.
I fail and yet You pick me up and place me on my feet again.
I go out again responding in joy to all You do.
I lift my hands, I lift my voice and I offer praise and thanksgiving.
You gave Yourself as an offering to me.
I can't fathom the depth of Your act of Love.
I offer myself to You out of love.
I joyfully ask for You to use me each day.
All that I have is Yours.
You graciously use me from where I am.
You lovingly call me out to action for you.
I run to respond to You out of love.
I run to play with You out of joy.
I run with You in Your Kingdom, happy and joyful and loved and loving!
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Prayer of the Day
Wow! What a life You have given. How could I ever respond? You gave me Your Life in Jesus. I give you my life. I give it back to You. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
We lift our voices, we lift our hands, we lift our lives up to you: we are an offering. Lord, use our voices, Lord, use our hands, Lord, use our lives, they are yours: we are an offering. All that we have, all that we are, all that we hope to be, we give to you, we give to you. We lift our voices, we lift our hands, we lift our lives up to you: we are an offering, we are an offering. ("We Are an Offering" - Text:Dwight Liles, b. 1957)
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Readings of the Day
2 Peter 1-So we have the prophetic word made more sure, to which you do well to pay attention as to a lamp shining in a dark place, until the day dawns and the morning star arises in your hearts.
Jeremiah 41-42-"Do not be afraid of the king of Babylon, whom you are now fearing; do not be afraid of him," declares the LORD, "For I am with you to save you and deliver you from his hand. I will also show you compassion, so that he will have compassion on you and restore you to your own soil."
Psalm 139-Search me, O God, and know my heart; try me and know my anxious thoughts; and see if there be any hurtful way in me, and lead me in the everlasting way.
1 Peter 1.3-9-Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the death, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven for you, who are protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.
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God's Word of the Day
Hear My Word. See the Light in the darkness. Offer your very self to Me. I show compassion and Love. Hear My Word and see My Light.
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Psalm of the Day
I open Your Word and read.
I listen for Your Voice and hear.
I look to Your Light and see.
You send Your Spirit to help me understand.
You teach and guide me day by day.
You reveal Life, Love and salvation.
You forgive sin and guide me in Your path.
I fail and yet You pick me up and place me on my feet again.
I go out again responding in joy to all You do.
I lift my hands, I lift my voice and I offer praise and thanksgiving.
You gave Yourself as an offering to me.
I can't fathom the depth of Your act of Love.
I offer myself to You out of love.
I joyfully ask for You to use me each day.
All that I have is Yours.
You graciously use me from where I am.
You lovingly call me out to action for you.
I run to respond to You out of love.
I run to play with You out of joy.
I run with You in Your Kingdom, happy and joyful and loved and loving!
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Prayer of the Day
Wow! What a life You have given. How could I ever respond? You gave me Your Life in Jesus. I give you my life. I give it back to You. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
Thursday, November 22, 2007
November 22nd Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Accept, O Lord, the gifts we bring to place upon your table. We do not worship as we ought but only as we're able. ("Accept, O Lord, the Gifts We Bring" - Text:Beth Bergeron Folkemer, b. 1957)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 5-Greet one another with a kiss of love.
Jeremiah 39-40-Then Jeremiah went to Mizpah to Gedaliah the son of Ahikam and stayed with him among the people who were left in the land.
Psalm 138-Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You will revive me; You will stretch forth Your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and Your right hand will save me.
Hebrews 9.23-28-For Christ did not enter a holy place made with hands, a mere copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us; nor was it that He would offer Himself often, as the high priest enters the holy place year by year with blood that is not his own. Otherwise, He would have needed to suffer often since the foundation of the world; but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been manifested to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself.
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God's Word of the Day
I have sacrificed Myself for your sin. Sacrificed the Lamb of God in Jesus, once and for all time. I left behind My Spirit to lead and guide you. I will come again and rescue all those waiting in faith for Me. Knowing this; I want you to love me and to love one another. I have given you much more than you could ever expect. Rejoice and love each other in Me.
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Psalm of the Day
What a joy it is to be left behind.
What a wonderful joyful life you have blessed me with.
Left behind with Your people.
Left behind in service to Your Love.
Left behind to work Your Plan.
Left behind to give others Your kiss of Love.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
In joy Jeremiah chose to be left behind.
Left behind with the poor and needy.
Left behind with the weak and struggling.
Left behind with Your people.
Left behind to prepare for Your return.
Left behind to serve You.
In joy Jeremiah chose to be left behind.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
Though I walk through trouble; You will revive me.
In struggle with pain, sin, death and the devil; You stretch forth Your hand and save me.
Left behind, I am in awe of how You came down to save.
Left behind, I witness Your awesome Love and sacrifice.
In thanksgiving, I receive much more than I could imagine.
For You have blessed me with Your Spirit; that You left behind.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
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Prayer of the Day
In thankfulness I am joyous that You have left me behind. In thankfulness I am joyous of Your Spirit that You have left behind. In thankfulness, I am joyous to serve You day by day. In thankfulness, I am joyous that You bless me beyond what I ever thought I needed. In thankfulness, I am joyous for You, my Lord and Savior. ---Amen
Accept, O Lord, the gifts we bring to place upon your table. We do not worship as we ought but only as we're able. ("Accept, O Lord, the Gifts We Bring" - Text:Beth Bergeron Folkemer, b. 1957)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 5-Greet one another with a kiss of love.
Jeremiah 39-40-Then Jeremiah went to Mizpah to Gedaliah the son of Ahikam and stayed with him among the people who were left in the land.
Psalm 138-Though I walk in the midst of trouble, You will revive me; You will stretch forth Your hand against the wrath of my enemies, and Your right hand will save me.
Hebrews 9.23-28-For Christ did not enter a holy place made with hands, a mere copy of the true one, but into heaven itself, now to appear in the presence of God for us; nor was it that He would offer Himself often, as the high priest enters the holy place year by year with blood that is not his own. Otherwise, He would have needed to suffer often since the foundation of the world; but now once at the consummation of the ages He has been manifested to put away sin by the sacrifice of Himself.
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God's Word of the Day
I have sacrificed Myself for your sin. Sacrificed the Lamb of God in Jesus, once and for all time. I left behind My Spirit to lead and guide you. I will come again and rescue all those waiting in faith for Me. Knowing this; I want you to love me and to love one another. I have given you much more than you could ever expect. Rejoice and love each other in Me.
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Psalm of the Day
What a joy it is to be left behind.
What a wonderful joyful life you have blessed me with.
Left behind with Your people.
Left behind in service to Your Love.
Left behind to work Your Plan.
Left behind to give others Your kiss of Love.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
In joy Jeremiah chose to be left behind.
Left behind with the poor and needy.
Left behind with the weak and struggling.
Left behind with Your people.
Left behind to prepare for Your return.
Left behind to serve You.
In joy Jeremiah chose to be left behind.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
Though I walk through trouble; You will revive me.
In struggle with pain, sin, death and the devil; You stretch forth Your hand and save me.
Left behind, I am in awe of how You came down to save.
Left behind, I witness Your awesome Love and sacrifice.
In thanksgiving, I receive much more than I could imagine.
For You have blessed me with Your Spirit; that You left behind.
What a joy it is to be left behind.
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Prayer of the Day
In thankfulness I am joyous that You have left me behind. In thankfulness I am joyous of Your Spirit that You have left behind. In thankfulness, I am joyous to serve You day by day. In thankfulness, I am joyous that You bless me beyond what I ever thought I needed. In thankfulness, I am joyous for You, my Lord and Savior. ---Amen
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
November 21st Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Through grace your new creation lies in hands held open. O Giver of all goodness, come, dwell with us in our earthly home. ("We Raise Our Hands to You, O Lord" - Text: Svein Ellingsen, b. 1929; tr. Hedwig T. Durnbaugh, b. 1929)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 4-Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins.
Jeremiah 37-38-Then they took Jeremiah and cast him into the cistern of Malchijah the king's son, which was in the court of the guardhouse; and they let Jeremiah down with ropes. Now in the cistern there was no water but only mud, and Jeremiah sank into the mud.
Psalm 137-How can we sing the LORD'S song in a foreign land?
Matthew 23.37-24.14-But the one who endures to the end, he will be saved.
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God's Word of the Day
Endure to the end. Even if you are in the mud, endure. Keep fervent in love for one another.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, sometimes life leaves me in the mud.
Life leaves me separated and alone and in the mud.
Sometimes it all looks so bleak and hopeless.
But then I hear You speaking.
I hear the Word of encouragement.
I see You hanging from that cross.
I feel compassion in Your Love when Your Life was bleak.
I see Your Love while You suffered and died.
I know of Your Grace in action from that cross.
I have faith in the Hope You give in salvation.
While in the mud, I joyously wait with You.
While in the mud, I learn to love others.
While in the mud, I endure and live.
While in the mud of this foreign land I sing praises to You.
While in the mud, I trust in You.
In the mud I endure and know Your salvation.
Thanks be to God for life in the mud!
Thanks be to God for Jesus!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, sometimes when I'm in the mud of life I think I'm separated from You. Then I know of Your presence beside me. I know of Your pain while You were in the mud, while You hung on that cross. I give thanks for You and suffering. I give thanks for all You do for me. I give You all thanks and glory...even in the mud. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
Through grace your new creation lies in hands held open. O Giver of all goodness, come, dwell with us in our earthly home. ("We Raise Our Hands to You, O Lord" - Text: Svein Ellingsen, b. 1929; tr. Hedwig T. Durnbaugh, b. 1929)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 4-Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins.
Jeremiah 37-38-Then they took Jeremiah and cast him into the cistern of Malchijah the king's son, which was in the court of the guardhouse; and they let Jeremiah down with ropes. Now in the cistern there was no water but only mud, and Jeremiah sank into the mud.
Psalm 137-How can we sing the LORD'S song in a foreign land?
Matthew 23.37-24.14-But the one who endures to the end, he will be saved.
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God's Word of the Day
Endure to the end. Even if you are in the mud, endure. Keep fervent in love for one another.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, sometimes life leaves me in the mud.
Life leaves me separated and alone and in the mud.
Sometimes it all looks so bleak and hopeless.
But then I hear You speaking.
I hear the Word of encouragement.
I see You hanging from that cross.
I feel compassion in Your Love when Your Life was bleak.
I see Your Love while You suffered and died.
I know of Your Grace in action from that cross.
I have faith in the Hope You give in salvation.
While in the mud, I joyously wait with You.
While in the mud, I learn to love others.
While in the mud, I endure and live.
While in the mud of this foreign land I sing praises to You.
While in the mud, I trust in You.
In the mud I endure and know Your salvation.
Thanks be to God for life in the mud!
Thanks be to God for Jesus!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, sometimes when I'm in the mud of life I think I'm separated from You. Then I know of Your presence beside me. I know of Your pain while You were in the mud, while You hung on that cross. I give thanks for You and suffering. I give thanks for all You do for me. I give You all thanks and glory...even in the mud. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
November 20th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Father, providing food for your children, by Wisdom's guiding teach us to share one with another, so that, rejoicing with us, all others may know your care. ("Praise and Thanksgiving" - Text: Albert F. Bayly, 1902-1984, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 3-To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil or insult for insult. but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.
Jeremiah 35-36-Take a scroll and write on it all the words which I have spoken to you...
Psalm 136-Give thanks to the God of heaven, for His lovingkindness is everlasting.
Ezekiel 39.21-40.4-The man said to me, "Son of man, see with your eyes, hear with your ears, and give attention to all that I am going to show you; for you have been brought here in order to show it to you. Declare to the house of Israel all the you see."
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God's Word of the Day
Pay attention! Learn Wisdom from me. Listen and see My Word. Go and declare that Word in My Kingdom to all you meet.
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Psalm of the Day
I listen to Your Wisdom.
I see and hear Your Son.
I give attention to all that You show me.
For You provide the Food of Life for me.
You provide Body, Blood, Bread, Wine.
You provide for me Your very own Son.
You are my God.
You are my Savior.
You display harmony, sympathy, love, kindness and a humble spirit.
You give me the Word to write and speak.
You provide all the blessing I will ever need.
You have called me and sent me to testify what You have done.
I go in joy telling all of Your special place in my life.
I go in joy telling all of Your power, love and might.
I go in joy telling all how You are God and Savior.
I go with a joyful, thankful, heart.
I go refreshed, renewed and blessed, into the Kingdom shouting Your glory.
I go in joy...
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, with a thankful heart; I graciously receive all Your blessings. With a thankful heart and filled with joy, I go into Your Kingdom this day. I go in joy because of You. ---Amen
Father, providing food for your children, by Wisdom's guiding teach us to share one with another, so that, rejoicing with us, all others may know your care. ("Praise and Thanksgiving" - Text: Albert F. Bayly, 1902-1984, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 3-To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly, kindhearted, and humble in spirit; not returning evil for evil or insult for insult. but giving a blessing instead; for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.
Jeremiah 35-36-Take a scroll and write on it all the words which I have spoken to you...
Psalm 136-Give thanks to the God of heaven, for His lovingkindness is everlasting.
Ezekiel 39.21-40.4-The man said to me, "Son of man, see with your eyes, hear with your ears, and give attention to all that I am going to show you; for you have been brought here in order to show it to you. Declare to the house of Israel all the you see."
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God's Word of the Day
Pay attention! Learn Wisdom from me. Listen and see My Word. Go and declare that Word in My Kingdom to all you meet.
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Psalm of the Day
I listen to Your Wisdom.
I see and hear Your Son.
I give attention to all that You show me.
For You provide the Food of Life for me.
You provide Body, Blood, Bread, Wine.
You provide for me Your very own Son.
You are my God.
You are my Savior.
You display harmony, sympathy, love, kindness and a humble spirit.
You give me the Word to write and speak.
You provide all the blessing I will ever need.
You have called me and sent me to testify what You have done.
I go in joy telling all of Your special place in my life.
I go in joy telling all of Your power, love and might.
I go in joy telling all how You are God and Savior.
I go with a joyful, thankful, heart.
I go refreshed, renewed and blessed, into the Kingdom shouting Your glory.
I go in joy...
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, with a thankful heart; I graciously receive all Your blessings. With a thankful heart and filled with joy, I go into Your Kingdom this day. I go in joy because of You. ---Amen
Monday, November 19, 2007
November 19th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Grant that knowledge, still increasing, at your feet may lowly kneel; with your grace our triumphs hallow, with your charity our zeal; lift the nations from the shadows to the gladness of the sun: Father, as in highest heaven, so on earth your will be done. ("Lord of Light" - Text: Howell E. Lewis, 1860-1953, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 2-Keep your behaviour excellent among the Gentiles, so that in the thing in which they slander you as evildoers, they may because of your good deeds, as they observe them, glorify God in the day of visitation.
Jeremiah 33-34-Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.
Psalm 135-Praise the LORD! Praise the name of the LORD; praise Him, O servants of the LORD, you who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God!
Ezekiel 11.14-25-And I will give them one heart, and put a new spirit within them. And I will take the heart of stone out of their flesh and give them a heart of flesh, that they may walk in My statutes and keep My ordinances and do them. Then they will be My people, and I shall be their God.
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God's Word of the Day
Come to the foot of My cross and gain knowledge, see Love, observe salvation. Accept My heart of flesh and replace your heart of stone. In this I send you to do My will in this world I have placed you in.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, we gather at Your feet and You give us knowledge.
You suffer and die for our transgressions.
You impart knowledge and love beyond what we could ever accomplish alone.
We humbly fall in sin before the throne of Your cross.
Forgive us we plea!
Then You die and give Your life for this forgiveness.
You replace our heart of stone with Your heart of living Flesh and Blood.
You grant us the Bread and Wine of Your very Life.
You fill us with Your Spirit and give us new life in You.
You free us from sin and death and call us to do Your will.
In joy we obey. In joy we go. In joy we praise Your name!
Lord, we gather at Your feet and You give us knowledge.
We respond with eternal joy, may Your will be done!
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Prayer of the Day
At Your feet, I have joy. Thank You Jesus! ---Amen
Grant that knowledge, still increasing, at your feet may lowly kneel; with your grace our triumphs hallow, with your charity our zeal; lift the nations from the shadows to the gladness of the sun: Father, as in highest heaven, so on earth your will be done. ("Lord of Light" - Text: Howell E. Lewis, 1860-1953, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 2-Keep your behaviour excellent among the Gentiles, so that in the thing in which they slander you as evildoers, they may because of your good deeds, as they observe them, glorify God in the day of visitation.
Jeremiah 33-34-Call to Me and I will answer you, and I will tell you great and mighty things, which you do not know.
Psalm 135-Praise the LORD! Praise the name of the LORD; praise Him, O servants of the LORD, you who stand in the house of the LORD, in the courts of the house of our God!
Ezekiel 11.14-25-And I will give them one heart, and put a new spirit within them. And I will take the heart of stone out of their flesh and give them a heart of flesh, that they may walk in My statutes and keep My ordinances and do them. Then they will be My people, and I shall be their God.
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God's Word of the Day
Come to the foot of My cross and gain knowledge, see Love, observe salvation. Accept My heart of flesh and replace your heart of stone. In this I send you to do My will in this world I have placed you in.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, we gather at Your feet and You give us knowledge.
You suffer and die for our transgressions.
You impart knowledge and love beyond what we could ever accomplish alone.
We humbly fall in sin before the throne of Your cross.
Forgive us we plea!
Then You die and give Your life for this forgiveness.
You replace our heart of stone with Your heart of living Flesh and Blood.
You grant us the Bread and Wine of Your very Life.
You fill us with Your Spirit and give us new life in You.
You free us from sin and death and call us to do Your will.
In joy we obey. In joy we go. In joy we praise Your name!
Lord, we gather at Your feet and You give us knowledge.
We respond with eternal joy, may Your will be done!
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Prayer of the Day
At Your feet, I have joy. Thank You Jesus! ---Amen
Sunday, November 18, 2007
November 18th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Word form God eternal springing, fill our minds, we pray; and in all artistic vision give integrity: may the flame within us burning kindle yearning day by day. ("Come to Us, Creative Spirit" - Text: David Mowbray, b. 1938)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 1-Therefore, prepare you minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Jeremiah 31-32-"But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days, " declares the LORD, "I will put My law within them and on their heart I will write it; and I well be their God, and they shall be My people."
Psalm 134-Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD.
Luke 21.5-19-It will lead to an opportunity for your testimony.
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God's Word of the Day
Feel Me burning with desire deep in your heart. I will give you opportunities to reveal your unique testimony of My activity in you. Prepare your mind and soul for action.
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Psalm of the Day
Oh, how I feel the burning deep inside.
I feel passion, love, and a call to action burning deep inside.
I feel You burning deep inside.
Fill my mind, and feed my soul Your burning love deep inside.
Fix hope and a call to action in that burning deep inside.
You are that burning deep inside.
You are that call to action in the burning deep inside.
Refine me like silver with Your burning deep inside.
Purify me from sin in that burning deep inside.
I lift my hands in praise to You with Your burning Love deep inside.
I testify to Your glory in my life with You burning deep inside.
Thanks be to my God and Savior, for this burning deep inside!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I love the feeling of You burning deep inside. May Your burning deep inside lead to passionate, loving action in Your Kingdom, today and forever. Burn deep inside me this day. ---Amen
Word form God eternal springing, fill our minds, we pray; and in all artistic vision give integrity: may the flame within us burning kindle yearning day by day. ("Come to Us, Creative Spirit" - Text: David Mowbray, b. 1938)
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Readings of the Day
1 Peter 1-Therefore, prepare you minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
Jeremiah 31-32-"But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days, " declares the LORD, "I will put My law within them and on their heart I will write it; and I well be their God, and they shall be My people."
Psalm 134-Lift up your hands to the sanctuary and bless the LORD.
Luke 21.5-19-It will lead to an opportunity for your testimony.
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God's Word of the Day
Feel Me burning with desire deep in your heart. I will give you opportunities to reveal your unique testimony of My activity in you. Prepare your mind and soul for action.
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Psalm of the Day
Oh, how I feel the burning deep inside.
I feel passion, love, and a call to action burning deep inside.
I feel You burning deep inside.
Fill my mind, and feed my soul Your burning love deep inside.
Fix hope and a call to action in that burning deep inside.
You are that burning deep inside.
You are that call to action in the burning deep inside.
Refine me like silver with Your burning deep inside.
Purify me from sin in that burning deep inside.
I lift my hands in praise to You with Your burning Love deep inside.
I testify to Your glory in my life with You burning deep inside.
Thanks be to my God and Savior, for this burning deep inside!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I love the feeling of You burning deep inside. May Your burning deep inside lead to passionate, loving action in Your Kingdom, today and forever. Burn deep inside me this day. ---Amen
Saturday, November 17, 2007
November 17th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
We give thee but thine own, whatever the gift may be; all that we have is thine alone, a trust, O Lord, from thee. ("We Give Thee but Thine Own" - Text:William W. How, 1823-1897, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
James 5-But above all, my brethren, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath; but your yes is to be yes, and your no, no, so that you may not fall under judgment.
Jeremiah 29-30-"For I know the plans that I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and fine Me when you search for Me with all your heart."
Psalm 133-Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!
Psalm 98-The LORD has made know His salvation; He has revealed His righteousness in the sight of the nations.
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God's Word of the Day
I have revealed Myself to you. You know me. You know My Word. Abide by My Word and openly and honestly proclaim My gracious gift of salvation to all the world.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, all I have has come from You.
With all my heart, I seek You.
I seek to hear Your Voice.
I seek to see Your Face.
You let me find You.
You come to me in this world day by day.
You open Your Word to me.
You speak Your Word to me.
You show me the joy of salvation.
You rescue me from the hell of sin.
You forgive me.
I seek Your forgiveness and You respond.
Fill me with Your Word.
You know the plans You have for me.
Permit me in joy to fulfill Your plan for my life.
Permit me in joy to serve You day by day.
Let me yes be yes and my no be no.
Fill me with Your Truth.
Make me an honest person.
Make me open to love and compassion.
Make me aware of pain and suffering and sorrow.
Allow me to rejoice in all circumstances.
Teach me how to dwell in unity.
Yes! You have revealed Your salvation.
Yes! You have revealed Your righteousness.
Yes! You have revealed Your Love!
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Thank You Father for Jesus. Thank You Jesus for Spirit. Thanks be to God for the Love in salvation. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
We give thee but thine own, whatever the gift may be; all that we have is thine alone, a trust, O Lord, from thee. ("We Give Thee but Thine Own" - Text:William W. How, 1823-1897, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
James 5-But above all, my brethren, do not swear, either by heaven or by earth or with any other oath; but your yes is to be yes, and your no, no, so that you may not fall under judgment.
Jeremiah 29-30-"For I know the plans that I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans for welfare and not for calamity to give you a future and a hope. Then you will call upon Me and come and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. You will seek Me and fine Me when you search for Me with all your heart."
Psalm 133-Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!
Psalm 98-The LORD has made know His salvation; He has revealed His righteousness in the sight of the nations.
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God's Word of the Day
I have revealed Myself to you. You know me. You know My Word. Abide by My Word and openly and honestly proclaim My gracious gift of salvation to all the world.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, all I have has come from You.
With all my heart, I seek You.
I seek to hear Your Voice.
I seek to see Your Face.
You let me find You.
You come to me in this world day by day.
You open Your Word to me.
You speak Your Word to me.
You show me the joy of salvation.
You rescue me from the hell of sin.
You forgive me.
I seek Your forgiveness and You respond.
Fill me with Your Word.
You know the plans You have for me.
Permit me in joy to fulfill Your plan for my life.
Permit me in joy to serve You day by day.
Let me yes be yes and my no be no.
Fill me with Your Truth.
Make me an honest person.
Make me open to love and compassion.
Make me aware of pain and suffering and sorrow.
Allow me to rejoice in all circumstances.
Teach me how to dwell in unity.
Yes! You have revealed Your salvation.
Yes! You have revealed Your righteousness.
Yes! You have revealed Your Love!
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Thank You Father for Jesus. Thank You Jesus for Spirit. Thanks be to God for the Love in salvation. Thanks be to God! ---Amen
Friday, November 16, 2007
November 16th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Take my will and make it thine; it shall be no longer mine. Take my heart, it is thine own; it shall be thy royal throne. ("Take My Life, That I May Be" - Text: Frances r. Havergal, 1836-1879, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
James 4-Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.
Jeremiah 27-28-So Hananiah the prophet died in the same year in the seventh month.
Psalm 132-Let us go into His dwelling place; let us worship at His footstool.
2 Thessalonian 1.3-12-We ought always to give thanks to God for you...
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God's Word of the Day
Give yourself to Me. I will make My will known through you.
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Psalm of the Day
Steer me away from prophecy that is not from You.
Let me hear the truth through Your Word.
Let me always focus on the Message from the Shepherd.
I submit to Your will.
I will resist the wiles of the devil.
But I need to hear Your truth.
I need to hear Your way.
I need to know Your will.
Use me this day to do Your will.
I worship You and give You all thanks and glory.
Take my heart, take my life, they are Your own.
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Prayer of the Day
Take all of it Lord. It is Yours. Take it and shape me into what You want. Take my will and make it Yours. ---Amen
Take my will and make it thine; it shall be no longer mine. Take my heart, it is thine own; it shall be thy royal throne. ("Take My Life, That I May Be" - Text: Frances r. Havergal, 1836-1879, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
James 4-Submit therefore to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.
Jeremiah 27-28-So Hananiah the prophet died in the same year in the seventh month.
Psalm 132-Let us go into His dwelling place; let us worship at His footstool.
2 Thessalonian 1.3-12-We ought always to give thanks to God for you...
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God's Word of the Day
Give yourself to Me. I will make My will known through you.
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Psalm of the Day
Steer me away from prophecy that is not from You.
Let me hear the truth through Your Word.
Let me always focus on the Message from the Shepherd.
I submit to Your will.
I will resist the wiles of the devil.
But I need to hear Your truth.
I need to hear Your way.
I need to know Your will.
Use me this day to do Your will.
I worship You and give You all thanks and glory.
Take my heart, take my life, they are Your own.
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Prayer of the Day
Take all of it Lord. It is Yours. Take it and shape me into what You want. Take my will and make it Yours. ---Amen
Thursday, November 15, 2007
November 15th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Indwelling God, your gospel claims one family with a billion names; let every life be touched by grace until we praise you face to face. ("Creating God, Your Fingers Trace" - Text:Jeffery Rowthorn, b. 1934)
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Readings of the Day
James 3-But the wisdom from above is first pure, them peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.
Jeremiah 25-26-"Thus says the LORD, 'Stand in the court of the LORD'S house, and speak to all the cities of Judah who have come to worship in the LORD'S house all the words that I have commanded you to speak to them, Do not omit a word!'"
Psalm 131-O Israel, hope in the LORD from this time forth and forever.
Romans 1.18-25-For they exchanged the truth of God for a lie...
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God's Word of the Day
I dwell in you. I give you wisdom from above. Be bold and take a stand. Proclaim the Word I give to you. Proclaim the Word of truth. Turn from all lies.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You are wisdom
You give the wisdom producing good fruit.
You guide me to be peaceable, gentle, reasonable, unwavering and full of mercy.
You are indwelling.
Use me this day to take a stand.
Use my words this day to take on Your Word.
Permit me to stand in the assembly and proclaim Your Word.
Let the fire build and burn in my heart to live for and in You.
Let the passion of my soul be Your desire.
Take me from the lie of my life to truth in You.
Fill my mouth with Your Words.
Produce fruitful action in me that yields compassion and love.
Fill me, call me, teach me, send me in joyful active, fruitful work for You, now and forever.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, You build the fire within me. You provide the passion, and joy. Your Love excites me and causes me to want to run out with You in Your Kingdom. Make my actions Your fruit this day. ---Amen
Indwelling God, your gospel claims one family with a billion names; let every life be touched by grace until we praise you face to face. ("Creating God, Your Fingers Trace" - Text:Jeffery Rowthorn, b. 1934)
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Readings of the Day
James 3-But the wisdom from above is first pure, them peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy.
Jeremiah 25-26-"Thus says the LORD, 'Stand in the court of the LORD'S house, and speak to all the cities of Judah who have come to worship in the LORD'S house all the words that I have commanded you to speak to them, Do not omit a word!'"
Psalm 131-O Israel, hope in the LORD from this time forth and forever.
Romans 1.18-25-For they exchanged the truth of God for a lie...
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God's Word of the Day
I dwell in you. I give you wisdom from above. Be bold and take a stand. Proclaim the Word I give to you. Proclaim the Word of truth. Turn from all lies.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You are wisdom
You give the wisdom producing good fruit.
You guide me to be peaceable, gentle, reasonable, unwavering and full of mercy.
You are indwelling.
Use me this day to take a stand.
Use my words this day to take on Your Word.
Permit me to stand in the assembly and proclaim Your Word.
Let the fire build and burn in my heart to live for and in You.
Let the passion of my soul be Your desire.
Take me from the lie of my life to truth in You.
Fill my mouth with Your Words.
Produce fruitful action in me that yields compassion and love.
Fill me, call me, teach me, send me in joyful active, fruitful work for You, now and forever.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, You build the fire within me. You provide the passion, and joy. Your Love excites me and causes me to want to run out with You in Your Kingdom. Make my actions Your fruit this day. ---Amen
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
November 14th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
I'll never count all of God's mercies, but oh, I can give God my praise for all of that love, my thanksgiving and love to the end of my days. I'll never count all of God's mercies, but oh, I can give God my praise! ("The Numberless Gifts of God's Mercies" - Text: Carolina Sandell Berg, 1832-1903; tr. Garcia Grindal, b. 1943)
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Readings of the Day
James 2-For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead.
Jeremiah 23-24-"Behold, the days are coming, " declares the LORD, "When I will raise up for David a righteous Branch..."
Psalm 130-If You, LORD, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could stand? But there is forgiveness with You, that You may be feared.
John 5.19-29-"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life.
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God's Word of the Day
Have faith. I have acted in Love for You. Have faith and you will act in My Love.
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Psalm of the Day
I have faith in You, Lord.
You build that faith, day after day.
I have faith in You, Lord.
This faith draws forth Your action.
I have faith in You, Lord.
I go in joy to serve in Your Kingdom.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You acted in Love towards all people.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You came to us in Jesus.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You sent Your Spirit to teach us.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You call and send us daily.
I have faith in You, Lord.
I hear Your voice, I believe, I live for You.
I have faith in You, Lord.
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Prayer of the Day
I have faith in You Lord. Bless my joyous action this day. ---Amen
I'll never count all of God's mercies, but oh, I can give God my praise for all of that love, my thanksgiving and love to the end of my days. I'll never count all of God's mercies, but oh, I can give God my praise! ("The Numberless Gifts of God's Mercies" - Text: Carolina Sandell Berg, 1832-1903; tr. Garcia Grindal, b. 1943)
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Readings of the Day
James 2-For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead.
Jeremiah 23-24-"Behold, the days are coming, " declares the LORD, "When I will raise up for David a righteous Branch..."
Psalm 130-If You, LORD, should mark iniquities, O Lord, who could stand? But there is forgiveness with You, that You may be feared.
John 5.19-29-"Truly, truly, I say to you, he who hears My word, and believes Him who sent Me, has eternal life, and does not come into judgment, but has passed out of death into life.
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God's Word of the Day
Have faith. I have acted in Love for You. Have faith and you will act in My Love.
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Psalm of the Day
I have faith in You, Lord.
You build that faith, day after day.
I have faith in You, Lord.
This faith draws forth Your action.
I have faith in You, Lord.
I go in joy to serve in Your Kingdom.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You acted in Love towards all people.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You came to us in Jesus.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You sent Your Spirit to teach us.
I have faith in You, Lord.
You call and send us daily.
I have faith in You, Lord.
I hear Your voice, I believe, I live for You.
I have faith in You, Lord.
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Prayer of the Day
I have faith in You Lord. Bless my joyous action this day. ---Amen
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
November 13th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
To God our thanks we give, to God our thanks we give, to God our thanks we give, our thanks to God we give. ("To God Our Thanks We Give" - Text: Botswanan traditional, as taught by Daisy Nshakazongwe; tr. I-to Loh, b. 1936)
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Readings of the Day
James 1-Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.
Jeremiah 21-22-Thus says the LORD, "Do justice and righteousness, and deliver the one who has been robbed form the power of his oppressor. Also do not mistreat or do violence to the stranger, the orphan, or the widow; and do not shed innocent blood in this place."
Psalm 129-The LORD is righteous; He has cut in two the cords of the wicked.
Job 21.1, 17-34-Behold, I know your thoughts, and the plans by which you would wrong me.
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God's Word of the Day
I have come down to you. Give thanks and live. I know your thoughts and your sin. I can change all that. Repent and give thanks, I have come down to you.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You come down to me day by day.
You come to me with Life.
You come down to me and point out my sin.
I humbly repent and ask forgiveness.
You come down and give Your Life for me.
You come down and save me in pain and death.
You come down and rise beyond the sin and pain to Life.
You come down and give Life.
You have taught me righteousness.
I go serving Your Way and love and care for others in Your creation.
I give back Life to Life for You.
In joy, I give thanks to You, Father of the Light.
Lord, You come down to me day by day.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, You come down to me today. I give You all glory, thanks and praise. You are my Light. Forgive my sin and call and send me this day. I give thanks, Lord, that You come down. ---Amen
To God our thanks we give, to God our thanks we give, to God our thanks we give, our thanks to God we give. ("To God Our Thanks We Give" - Text: Botswanan traditional, as taught by Daisy Nshakazongwe; tr. I-to Loh, b. 1936)
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Readings of the Day
James 1-Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.
Jeremiah 21-22-Thus says the LORD, "Do justice and righteousness, and deliver the one who has been robbed form the power of his oppressor. Also do not mistreat or do violence to the stranger, the orphan, or the widow; and do not shed innocent blood in this place."
Psalm 129-The LORD is righteous; He has cut in two the cords of the wicked.
Job 21.1, 17-34-Behold, I know your thoughts, and the plans by which you would wrong me.
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God's Word of the Day
I have come down to you. Give thanks and live. I know your thoughts and your sin. I can change all that. Repent and give thanks, I have come down to you.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You come down to me day by day.
You come to me with Life.
You come down to me and point out my sin.
I humbly repent and ask forgiveness.
You come down and give Your Life for me.
You come down and save me in pain and death.
You come down and rise beyond the sin and pain to Life.
You come down and give Life.
You have taught me righteousness.
I go serving Your Way and love and care for others in Your creation.
I give back Life to Life for You.
In joy, I give thanks to You, Father of the Light.
Lord, You come down to me day by day.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, You come down to me today. I give You all glory, thanks and praise. You are my Light. Forgive my sin and call and send me this day. I give thanks, Lord, that You come down. ---Amen
Monday, November 12, 2007
November 12th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
We thank you, our creator, for all things bright and good, the seed time and the harvest, our life, our health, our food. No gifts have we to offer for all your love imparts but what you most would treasure--- our humble, thankful hearts. All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above. We thank you, Lord, we thank you, Lord, for all your love. ("We Plow the fields and Scatter" - Text: Matthias Claudius, 1740-1815; English tr. Jame M. Campbell, 1817-1878, alt)
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Readings of the Day
Philemon-I thank my God always, making mention of you in my prayers...
Jeremiah 19-20-But the LORD is with me like a dread champion...
Psalm 128-How blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, who walks in His ways, When you shall eat of the fruit of your hands, you will be happy and it well be well with you.
Job 20.1-11-Do you know this form of old, form the establishment of man on earth, that the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the godless momentary?
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God's Word of the Day
I AM your Awesome Champion. I AM the source of Life. Walk in My Way this day and forever. I AM Life.
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Psalm of the Day
You are truly awesome, my Lord, my Savior, my Life.
You are the source of Life.
You hold it all together.
Teach me to walk in Your Way.
Teach me to be worthy of the gracious Life You gave.
Your Love is beyond imagination.
Lead me in Your walk this day.
Step by step give me the courage to move out.
I thank You Lord for all blessings.
I thank You Lord for binding Your Life to mine.
I thank You Lord for the opportunity to move for You.
Produce in me the harvest You seek.
Let me bear Your fruit of Love today.
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Prayer of the Day
God of the harvest, produce in me the fruit You are looking for from me. Use me to feed Your children. You have shown to me blessing, love and compassion. You have given Life. Now use this Life given to me in and through me this day. ---Amen
We thank you, our creator, for all things bright and good, the seed time and the harvest, our life, our health, our food. No gifts have we to offer for all your love imparts but what you most would treasure--- our humble, thankful hearts. All good gifts around us are sent from heaven above. We thank you, Lord, we thank you, Lord, for all your love. ("We Plow the fields and Scatter" - Text: Matthias Claudius, 1740-1815; English tr. Jame M. Campbell, 1817-1878, alt)
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Readings of the Day
Philemon-I thank my God always, making mention of you in my prayers...
Jeremiah 19-20-But the LORD is with me like a dread champion...
Psalm 128-How blessed is everyone who fears the LORD, who walks in His ways, When you shall eat of the fruit of your hands, you will be happy and it well be well with you.
Job 20.1-11-Do you know this form of old, form the establishment of man on earth, that the triumphing of the wicked is short, and the joy of the godless momentary?
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God's Word of the Day
I AM your Awesome Champion. I AM the source of Life. Walk in My Way this day and forever. I AM Life.
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Psalm of the Day
You are truly awesome, my Lord, my Savior, my Life.
You are the source of Life.
You hold it all together.
Teach me to walk in Your Way.
Teach me to be worthy of the gracious Life You gave.
Your Love is beyond imagination.
Lead me in Your walk this day.
Step by step give me the courage to move out.
I thank You Lord for all blessings.
I thank You Lord for binding Your Life to mine.
I thank You Lord for the opportunity to move for You.
Produce in me the harvest You seek.
Let me bear Your fruit of Love today.
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Prayer of the Day
God of the harvest, produce in me the fruit You are looking for from me. Use me to feed Your children. You have shown to me blessing, love and compassion. You have given Life. Now use this Life given to me in and through me this day. ---Amen
Sunday, November 11, 2007
November 11th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
In the just reward of labor, God's will is done. In the help we give our neighbor, God's will is done. In our worldwide task of caring for the hungry and despairing, in the harvests we are sharing, God's will is done. ("For the Fruit of All Creation" - Text: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 3-Our people must also learn to engage in good deeds to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.
Jeremiah 17-18-For he will be like a tree planted by the water, that extends its roots by a stream and will not fear when the heat comes; but its leaves will be green, and it will not be anxious in a year of drought nor cease to yield fruit.
Psalm 127-Behold, children are a gift of the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward.
Luke 20.27-38-The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage, but those who are considered worthy to attain to that age and the resurrection form the dead, neither marry nor are given in marriage; for they cannot even die anymore, because they are like angels, and are sons of God, being sons of the resurrection.
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God's Word of the Day
Feed from My Life giving Water. You will be nourished and bear fruit in doing My will. Now go and do My Will. Bear the fruit I have created you to bear.
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Psalm of the Day
I am in joy to do Your Will.
I look forward to the opportunity to bear the fruit You created me to bear.
Place before me the needs You will me to meet.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You nourish me with Life giving Water.
My soul and very being are restored day after day.
With a thankful, joyful heart I give You all the glory.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You have blessed me with life and love and happiness.
You have taught me in times of sorrow and pain.
You have gifted me with wonderful children, gifts from You.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
I unite with Your Church in purpose and worship.
I respond to Your call to follow and serve.
In joy You unite me with all Your people.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You are my Savior, my God, my King, my Lord.
I praise Your Name now and forever.
You are Life and Love and Power and Glory.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, may Your Will be done through me this day. I joyfully serve You day by day. ---Amen
In the just reward of labor, God's will is done. In the help we give our neighbor, God's will is done. In our worldwide task of caring for the hungry and despairing, in the harvests we are sharing, God's will is done. ("For the Fruit of All Creation" - Text: Fred Pratt Green, 1903-2000)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 3-Our people must also learn to engage in good deeds to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.
Jeremiah 17-18-For he will be like a tree planted by the water, that extends its roots by a stream and will not fear when the heat comes; but its leaves will be green, and it will not be anxious in a year of drought nor cease to yield fruit.
Psalm 127-Behold, children are a gift of the LORD, the fruit of the womb is a reward.
Luke 20.27-38-The sons of this age marry and are given in marriage, but those who are considered worthy to attain to that age and the resurrection form the dead, neither marry nor are given in marriage; for they cannot even die anymore, because they are like angels, and are sons of God, being sons of the resurrection.
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God's Word of the Day
Feed from My Life giving Water. You will be nourished and bear fruit in doing My will. Now go and do My Will. Bear the fruit I have created you to bear.
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Psalm of the Day
I am in joy to do Your Will.
I look forward to the opportunity to bear the fruit You created me to bear.
Place before me the needs You will me to meet.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You nourish me with Life giving Water.
My soul and very being are restored day after day.
With a thankful, joyful heart I give You all the glory.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You have blessed me with life and love and happiness.
You have taught me in times of sorrow and pain.
You have gifted me with wonderful children, gifts from You.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
I unite with Your Church in purpose and worship.
I respond to Your call to follow and serve.
In joy You unite me with all Your people.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
You are my Savior, my God, my King, my Lord.
I praise Your Name now and forever.
You are Life and Love and Power and Glory.
I will return what You have given me, in service to Your Will and Way.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, may Your Will be done through me this day. I joyfully serve You day by day. ---Amen
Saturday, November 10, 2007
November 10th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
God, whose giving knows no ending, form your rich and endless store: nature's wonder, Jesus' wisdom,, costly cross, grave's shattered door, gifted by you, we turn to you, offering up ourselves in praise; thankful song shall rise forever, gracious donor of our days. ("God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending" - Text:Robert L. Edwards, 1915-2006)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 2-But as for you, speak the things which are fitting for sound doctrine.
Jeremiah 15-16-For My eyes are on all their ways; they are not hidden from My face, nor is their iniquity concealed from My eyes.
Psalm 126-Then our mouth was filled with laughter...
Psalm 17.1-9-I have called upon You, for You will answer me, O God; incline Your ear to me, hear my speech.
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God's Word of the Day
You can't hide from Me. Every day is My gift to you. Laugh with Me each day and praise and serve Me in My Kingdom. You call to Me and I call you.
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Psalm of the Day
I love to laugh with You each day, Lord.
I love the blessings You grant.
Each day is a gift from You.
Each day an opportunity to serve in joy and gladness and laughter.
You come to my door every day and invite me out to play.
We run, we jump, we laugh, we cry, we have compassion in Your Kingdom each day.
Nothing of me is hidden from You.
You see my sin and point it out to me.
You correct me each and every day.
I love You and You love me.
When I call, You answer.
When You call, I respond.
Let's play together every day, through the good and the bad.
Let's play together every day, in the sorrow and the laughter.
You listen to me and I listen to You.
You are my Friend. You are my Savior. You are my God.
I love to laugh with You each day, Lord.
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Prayer of the Day
Life with You is so good, Lord. I love to be with You all the time. I love Your presence. I love You. ---Amen
God, whose giving knows no ending, form your rich and endless store: nature's wonder, Jesus' wisdom,, costly cross, grave's shattered door, gifted by you, we turn to you, offering up ourselves in praise; thankful song shall rise forever, gracious donor of our days. ("God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending" - Text:Robert L. Edwards, 1915-2006)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 2-But as for you, speak the things which are fitting for sound doctrine.
Jeremiah 15-16-For My eyes are on all their ways; they are not hidden from My face, nor is their iniquity concealed from My eyes.
Psalm 126-Then our mouth was filled with laughter...
Psalm 17.1-9-I have called upon You, for You will answer me, O God; incline Your ear to me, hear my speech.
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God's Word of the Day
You can't hide from Me. Every day is My gift to you. Laugh with Me each day and praise and serve Me in My Kingdom. You call to Me and I call you.
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Psalm of the Day
I love to laugh with You each day, Lord.
I love the blessings You grant.
Each day is a gift from You.
Each day an opportunity to serve in joy and gladness and laughter.
You come to my door every day and invite me out to play.
We run, we jump, we laugh, we cry, we have compassion in Your Kingdom each day.
Nothing of me is hidden from You.
You see my sin and point it out to me.
You correct me each and every day.
I love You and You love me.
When I call, You answer.
When You call, I respond.
Let's play together every day, through the good and the bad.
Let's play together every day, in the sorrow and the laughter.
You listen to me and I listen to You.
You are my Friend. You are my Savior. You are my God.
I love to laugh with You each day, Lord.
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Prayer of the Day
Life with You is so good, Lord. I love to be with You all the time. I love Your presence. I love You. ---Amen
Friday, November 09, 2007
November 9th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
This little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine; this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine; this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine. ("This Little Light of Mine" - Text: African American spiritual)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 1-To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.
Jeremiah 13-14-Lift up your eyes and see...
Psalm 125-As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the LORD surrounds His people from this time forth and forever.
Acts 24.10-23-Now after several years I came to bring alms to my nation and to present offerings: in which they found me occupied in the temple, having been purified, without any crowd or uproar.
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God's Word of the Day
Come to Me with offerings and praise. Let My Light shine in and through you.
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Psalm of the Day
I come in Your presence with offerings and praise.
I come to You and worship You.
I come to You and receive the Light.
Let Your Light shine in and through me.
Everywhere I go, let Your Light guide me.
Let Your Light shine grace and peace to all I meet.
Let Your Light surround me and engulf me in Your Love.
Let Your Light warm me and those I encounter this day.
I lift my eyes to You and Your Light.
Lord, let Your Light shine today.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I pray for Your Light of Love to shine in and through me all day long. ---Amen
This little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine; this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine; this little light of mine, I'm goin'a let it shine, let it shine, let it shine, let it shine. ("This Little Light of Mine" - Text: African American spiritual)
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Readings of the Day
Titus 1-To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.
Jeremiah 13-14-Lift up your eyes and see...
Psalm 125-As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the LORD surrounds His people from this time forth and forever.
Acts 24.10-23-Now after several years I came to bring alms to my nation and to present offerings: in which they found me occupied in the temple, having been purified, without any crowd or uproar.
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God's Word of the Day
Come to Me with offerings and praise. Let My Light shine in and through you.
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Psalm of the Day
I come in Your presence with offerings and praise.
I come to You and worship You.
I come to You and receive the Light.
Let Your Light shine in and through me.
Everywhere I go, let Your Light guide me.
Let Your Light shine grace and peace to all I meet.
Let Your Light surround me and engulf me in Your Love.
Let Your Light warm me and those I encounter this day.
I lift my eyes to You and Your Light.
Lord, let Your Light shine today.
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, I pray for Your Light of Love to shine in and through me all day long. ---Amen
Thursday, November 08, 2007
November 8th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Oh, fill us with you fullness, Lord, until our very hearts overflow in kindling thought and glowing word, your love to tell, your praise to show. ("Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak" - Text: Frances R. Havergal, 1836-1879, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 4-The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you.
Jeremiah 11-12-"Cursed is the man who does not heed the words of this covenant which I commanded your forefathers in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, for the iron furnace saying, 'Listen to My voice, and do according to all I command you; so you shall be My people, and I will be your God.'"
Psalm 124-Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
Acts 22:22-23:11-Brethren, I have lived my life with a perfectly good conscience before God up to this day.
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God's Word of the Day
I have blessed Your life with the opportunity to serve for Me. Now go! Serve and Love!
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I come to you a blessed child.
I come to you also a sinful child.
I repent---You forgive.
I listen---You call.
I go---You bless my going.
Fill my heart with Your Grace.
Kindle Your fire within my belly.
Make me itch to go in service and love for You.
Fill my spirit with Your Grace.
Teach me the Word of Your covenant.
Instruct me in Your Way.
You are my God and I am Your child.
All my help is in You who made the heaven and earth.
Now I go, filled, loved and with a clear conscience.
Now I go, heart overflowing with Your Love.
Now I go, Your Fire kindled within me.
Now I go, to love and serve as You have taught.
Now I go...
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, Your blessings are great and many. Blessings overflow my innermost being. I go now in Your Love and Grace to love and serve in Your Kingdom. I go... ---Amen
Oh, fill us with you fullness, Lord, until our very hearts overflow in kindling thought and glowing word, your love to tell, your praise to show. ("Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak" - Text: Frances R. Havergal, 1836-1879, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 4-The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you.
Jeremiah 11-12-"Cursed is the man who does not heed the words of this covenant which I commanded your forefathers in the day that I brought them out of the land of Egypt, for the iron furnace saying, 'Listen to My voice, and do according to all I command you; so you shall be My people, and I will be your God.'"
Psalm 124-Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
Acts 22:22-23:11-Brethren, I have lived my life with a perfectly good conscience before God up to this day.
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God's Word of the Day
I have blessed Your life with the opportunity to serve for Me. Now go! Serve and Love!
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I come to you a blessed child.
I come to you also a sinful child.
I repent---You forgive.
I listen---You call.
I go---You bless my going.
Fill my heart with Your Grace.
Kindle Your fire within my belly.
Make me itch to go in service and love for You.
Fill my spirit with Your Grace.
Teach me the Word of Your covenant.
Instruct me in Your Way.
You are my God and I am Your child.
All my help is in You who made the heaven and earth.
Now I go, filled, loved and with a clear conscience.
Now I go, heart overflowing with Your Love.
Now I go, Your Fire kindled within me.
Now I go, to love and serve as You have taught.
Now I go...
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, Your blessings are great and many. Blessings overflow my innermost being. I go now in Your Love and Grace to love and serve in Your Kingdom. I go... ---Amen
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
November 7th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Make theirs with ours a single voice uplifted, ever to rejoice with wondering gratitude and praise to you, O Lord, for boundless grace. ("O Christ, Our Light, O Radiance True" - Text:Johann Heermann, 1585-1647; tr. composite)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 3-All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.
Jeremiah 9-10-Thus says the LORD, "Let not a wise man boast of his wisdom, and let not the mighty man boast of his might, let not a rich man boast of his riches; but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD who exercises lovingkindness, justice and righteousness on earth; for I delight in these things," declares the LORD.
Psalm 123-To You I lift up my eyes, O You who are enthroned in the heavens!
Luke 19.11-27-While they were listening to these things, Jesus went on to tell a parable...
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God's Word of the Day
I AM the Word. I AM Inspired. Listen to My Word and be equipped. Lift your eyes to the Word because I AM.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You have called us to join together as Your Church.
You have called us to become One Voice.
Unite all together with You.
Unite us in Your Word.
As the Word is inspired; so inspire us.
Send Your Spirit to be through our very beings.
Send Your Spirit through each life and through Your Church.
Let us not boast in ourselves but only in You.
Teach us to know Your Word.
May we exercise righteousness, lovingkindness, and justice in our lives.
We lift our eyes to You.
We listen to Your parables of Life.
Lord, You have called us to join together as Your Church.
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Prayer of the Day
I lift my eyes to You. I turn my ear to Your Voice. I hear and see Your Word. Your Word made flesh. Your Word within me. Your Word all around me. Teach me. Guide me. Call me. Send me. ---Amen
Make theirs with ours a single voice uplifted, ever to rejoice with wondering gratitude and praise to you, O Lord, for boundless grace. ("O Christ, Our Light, O Radiance True" - Text:Johann Heermann, 1585-1647; tr. composite)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 3-All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work.
Jeremiah 9-10-Thus says the LORD, "Let not a wise man boast of his wisdom, and let not the mighty man boast of his might, let not a rich man boast of his riches; but let him who boasts boast of this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD who exercises lovingkindness, justice and righteousness on earth; for I delight in these things," declares the LORD.
Psalm 123-To You I lift up my eyes, O You who are enthroned in the heavens!
Luke 19.11-27-While they were listening to these things, Jesus went on to tell a parable...
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God's Word of the Day
I AM the Word. I AM Inspired. Listen to My Word and be equipped. Lift your eyes to the Word because I AM.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, You have called us to join together as Your Church.
You have called us to become One Voice.
Unite all together with You.
Unite us in Your Word.
As the Word is inspired; so inspire us.
Send Your Spirit to be through our very beings.
Send Your Spirit through each life and through Your Church.
Let us not boast in ourselves but only in You.
Teach us to know Your Word.
May we exercise righteousness, lovingkindness, and justice in our lives.
We lift our eyes to You.
We listen to Your parables of Life.
Lord, You have called us to join together as Your Church.
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Prayer of the Day
I lift my eyes to You. I turn my ear to Your Voice. I hear and see Your Word. Your Word made flesh. Your Word within me. Your Word all around me. Teach me. Guide me. Call me. Send me. ---Amen
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
November 6th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Jesus calls us in, sends us out bearing fruit in a world of doubt, gives us love to tell, bread to share: God (Immanuel) everywhere! Jesus lives again, earth can breathe again, pass the Word around: loaves abound! ("Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ" - Text: Fred Kaan, b. 1929)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 2-The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
Jeremiah 7-8-Why are we sitting still?
Psalm 122-I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the LORD."
Zechariah 7:1-14-But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder and stopped their ears from hearing.
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God's Word of the Day
Don't be so stubborn. Listen to Me! Take what I give and give it away to those I send to you. Why are you sitting still?
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Psalm of the Day
Sometimes I get so stubborn.
I focus on myself. Focus on my pain. Focus inward.
Then You come to me and show me Your blessing.
You bring gifts and blessings, talents and abilities.
And I think they are for my own good!
Why am I so stubborn?
You call me in and feed me bread and wine.
You give me Your own body and blood.
Then You send me out.
I'm so stubborn.
You gave away Life.
I tend to want to keep that Life to myself for my own good.
I'm so stubborn!
Now, I see! I'm a slow learner.
You give Life for me to give Life!
You call me in and send me out!
Let us go to the house of the Lord.
Let us receive God's blessing of Life!
Let us go out with this blessing and give it away!
Let all of us do this and see how disciples will build.
Let us receive Life and give Life!
Not stubborn anymore, but joyful and blessed!
Call us in and send us out, now and forever.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Forgive my stubborn, selfish heart Lord. I will give away, with joy, the Life You gave to me. Call me in and send me out, now and forever. ---Amen
Jesus calls us in, sends us out bearing fruit in a world of doubt, gives us love to tell, bread to share: God (Immanuel) everywhere! Jesus lives again, earth can breathe again, pass the Word around: loaves abound! ("Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ" - Text: Fred Kaan, b. 1929)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 2-The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.
Jeremiah 7-8-Why are we sitting still?
Psalm 122-I was glad when they said to me, "Let us go to the house of the LORD."
Zechariah 7:1-14-But they refused to pay attention and turned a stubborn shoulder and stopped their ears from hearing.
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God's Word of the Day
Don't be so stubborn. Listen to Me! Take what I give and give it away to those I send to you. Why are you sitting still?
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Psalm of the Day
Sometimes I get so stubborn.
I focus on myself. Focus on my pain. Focus inward.
Then You come to me and show me Your blessing.
You bring gifts and blessings, talents and abilities.
And I think they are for my own good!
Why am I so stubborn?
You call me in and feed me bread and wine.
You give me Your own body and blood.
Then You send me out.
I'm so stubborn.
You gave away Life.
I tend to want to keep that Life to myself for my own good.
I'm so stubborn!
Now, I see! I'm a slow learner.
You give Life for me to give Life!
You call me in and send me out!
Let us go to the house of the Lord.
Let us receive God's blessing of Life!
Let us go out with this blessing and give it away!
Let all of us do this and see how disciples will build.
Let us receive Life and give Life!
Not stubborn anymore, but joyful and blessed!
Call us in and send us out, now and forever.
Thanks be to God!
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Prayer of the Day
Forgive my stubborn, selfish heart Lord. I will give away, with joy, the Life You gave to me. Call me in and send me out, now and forever. ---Amen
Monday, November 05, 2007
November 5th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
God, whose almighty word chaos and darkness heard and took their flight: hear us, we humbly pray, and where the gospel day sheds not its glorious ray, let there be light. ("God, Whose Almighty Word"- Text:John Marriott, 1780-1825, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 1-For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.
Jeremiah 5-6-Thus says the LORD, "Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; and you will find rest for your souls."
Psalm 121-My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
Nehemiah 13:1-3, 23-31-Remember me, O my God, for good.
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God's Word of the Day
I have brought Light into your dark world and given you all you need. Now boldly go, proclaiming My saving Glory to all.
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Psalm of the Day
You broke the darkness of my world of sin and gave Light.
You gave Light in Your Son, Jesus, to me.
A Light so bright, I constantly stare at it and am amazed at Your Glory.
A Light that brings warmth to my face.
My help comes from the Light that made heaven and earth.
My help comes from the Light that broke darkness and chaos.
Your Light guides me and illumines the path I am to take.
I now go in joy to point to that Light in all Your Kingdom.
You broke the darkness of my world and gave Light.
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Prayer of the Day
Let there be Light, Lord! Yes Light that only You can give. Light my way. Light my path. Light my life this day. I love the Light! You show me my sin with Your Light! I fall in humble repentance, knowing that I need Your Light. Knowing that the only life I can have is due to Your Light. Let there be Light, Lord! Light that forgives; Light that leads; Light that illumines the darkness. Let there be Light! ---Amen
God, whose almighty word chaos and darkness heard and took their flight: hear us, we humbly pray, and where the gospel day sheds not its glorious ray, let there be light. ("God, Whose Almighty Word"- Text:John Marriott, 1780-1825, alt.)
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Readings of the Day
2 Timothy 1-For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.
Jeremiah 5-6-Thus says the LORD, "Stand by the ways and see and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is, and walk in it; and you will find rest for your souls."
Psalm 121-My help comes from the LORD, who made heaven and earth.
Nehemiah 13:1-3, 23-31-Remember me, O my God, for good.
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God's Word of the Day
I have brought Light into your dark world and given you all you need. Now boldly go, proclaiming My saving Glory to all.
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Psalm of the Day
You broke the darkness of my world of sin and gave Light.
You gave Light in Your Son, Jesus, to me.
A Light so bright, I constantly stare at it and am amazed at Your Glory.
A Light that brings warmth to my face.
My help comes from the Light that made heaven and earth.
My help comes from the Light that broke darkness and chaos.
Your Light guides me and illumines the path I am to take.
I now go in joy to point to that Light in all Your Kingdom.
You broke the darkness of my world and gave Light.
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Prayer of the Day
Let there be Light, Lord! Yes Light that only You can give. Light my way. Light my path. Light my life this day. I love the Light! You show me my sin with Your Light! I fall in humble repentance, knowing that I need Your Light. Knowing that the only life I can have is due to Your Light. Let there be Light, Lord! Light that forgives; Light that leads; Light that illumines the darkness. Let there be Light! ---Amen
Sunday, November 04, 2007
November 4th Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Cast aside all fear and hiding; hand in hand we dance the round. God is with us, Christ, abiding, and the Spirit's gifts abound. Called by God to holiness, let us boldly serve and bless; and to hearts that sigh and hunger may our lives dance signs and wonders. ("Signs and Wonders" - Text:Susan Palo Cherwien, b. 1953)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 5.21-6.21-...pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.
Jeremiah 3-4-Wash your heart from evil, O Jerusalem, that you may be saved.
Psalm 120-In my trouble I cried to the LORD, and He answered me.
Luke 19.1-10-Zaccheus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house.
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God's Word of the Day
You heard Me right. I'm coming to your house. I will show you the way. Hurry up, I'm on My way.
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Psalm of the Day
I'm in a hurry, Lord.
You have told me that You are coming to my place.
You come to my place and lead me and guide me.
You are always welcome here.
But I guess You already know that.
You have decided to come anyway.
Even if I'm not ready for You, You are ready for me.
For this I give You thanks and praise.
For with You, I have no fears.
You show me how to act.
You show me how to love.
You show me how to serve.
Then You give me all the gifts I need to serve in Your Kingdom.
I'm so glad You're coming today.
I'm so ready to greet You.
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Prayer of the Day
I love it when You come to my house. Come on into my heart and feel at ease. You are my Lord and Savior. You are my God! ---Amen
Cast aside all fear and hiding; hand in hand we dance the round. God is with us, Christ, abiding, and the Spirit's gifts abound. Called by God to holiness, let us boldly serve and bless; and to hearts that sigh and hunger may our lives dance signs and wonders. ("Signs and Wonders" - Text:Susan Palo Cherwien, b. 1953)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 5.21-6.21-...pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, perseverance and gentleness.
Jeremiah 3-4-Wash your heart from evil, O Jerusalem, that you may be saved.
Psalm 120-In my trouble I cried to the LORD, and He answered me.
Luke 19.1-10-Zaccheus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your house.
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God's Word of the Day
You heard Me right. I'm coming to your house. I will show you the way. Hurry up, I'm on My way.
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Psalm of the Day
I'm in a hurry, Lord.
You have told me that You are coming to my place.
You come to my place and lead me and guide me.
You are always welcome here.
But I guess You already know that.
You have decided to come anyway.
Even if I'm not ready for You, You are ready for me.
For this I give You thanks and praise.
For with You, I have no fears.
You show me how to act.
You show me how to love.
You show me how to serve.
Then You give me all the gifts I need to serve in Your Kingdom.
I'm so glad You're coming today.
I'm so ready to greet You.
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Prayer of the Day
I love it when You come to my house. Come on into my heart and feel at ease. You are my Lord and Savior. You are my God! ---Amen
Saturday, November 03, 2007
November 3rd Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the Father's glory; blaze, Spirit blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there by light! Lord, the light of your love is shining, in the midst of the darkness, shining; Jesus, light of the world, shine upon us, set us free by the truth you now bring us. Shine on me, shine on me: Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the Father's glory; blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there be light! ("Shine, Jesus, Shine" - Text: Graham Kendrick, b. 1950)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 5.1-20-But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
Jeremiah 1-2-...Before I formed you in the womb I knew you. and before you were born I consecrated you...
Psalm 119.145-176-Plead my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
Psalm 32.1-7-You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance.
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God's Word of the Day
I am your Light and salvation. Look to me. I will heal you and save you.
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Psalm of the Day
I feel the warmth of Your Light shining on me.
I feel the healing You bring.
I come to You in fear, knowing my sin.
I come to You knowing I'm not what I should be.
You raise me up and restore me.
You remove fear and doubt.
You give confidence and healing.
You release me from the bondage of pain to work through and with the pain.
You call me and send me out.
You save and heal me.
Shine on me forever!
Shine, Jesus, shine!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, you alone can walk through the valley with me. You alone can bring healing and life. You alone set me on my feet and send me out once again. I follow Your call. I seek Your Voice. I go in Your Name. Shine, Jesus, shine! Shine Your Love through me! ---Amen
Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the Father's glory; blaze, Spirit blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there by light! Lord, the light of your love is shining, in the midst of the darkness, shining; Jesus, light of the world, shine upon us, set us free by the truth you now bring us. Shine on me, shine on me: Shine, Jesus, shine, fill this land with the Father's glory; blaze, Spirit, blaze, set our hearts on fire. Flow, river, flow, flood the nations with grace and mercy; send forth your Word, Lord, and let there be light! ("Shine, Jesus, Shine" - Text: Graham Kendrick, b. 1950)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 5.1-20-But if anyone does not provide for his own, and especially for those of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
Jeremiah 1-2-...Before I formed you in the womb I knew you. and before you were born I consecrated you...
Psalm 119.145-176-Plead my cause and redeem me; revive me according to Your word.
Psalm 32.1-7-You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance.
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God's Word of the Day
I am your Light and salvation. Look to me. I will heal you and save you.
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Psalm of the Day
I feel the warmth of Your Light shining on me.
I feel the healing You bring.
I come to You in fear, knowing my sin.
I come to You knowing I'm not what I should be.
You raise me up and restore me.
You remove fear and doubt.
You give confidence and healing.
You release me from the bondage of pain to work through and with the pain.
You call me and send me out.
You save and heal me.
Shine on me forever!
Shine, Jesus, shine!
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Prayer of the Day
Lord, you alone can walk through the valley with me. You alone can bring healing and life. You alone set me on my feet and send me out once again. I follow Your call. I seek Your Voice. I go in Your Name. Shine, Jesus, shine! Shine Your Love through me! ---Amen
Friday, November 02, 2007
November 2nd Daily Hymn, Readings, Word, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Build us up, Lord build us up; set in us a strong foundation. Lead us to do your holy will; form and shape your new creation. Build us up, Lord, build us up; as we guide and teach each other, help us to share your love with the world: every sister, every brother. Growing in Christ, we plant seeds for the kingdom; we follow in faith what's begun! Lord, set in our hearts the power of your word to spread the news of your Son! ("Build Us Up, Lord" - Text: Mark Glaeser, b. 1956, and Donna Hanna, b. 1952)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 4-For it is for this we labor and strive, because we have fixed our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of believers.
Isaiah 38-39-"I have heard you prayer, I have seen your tears; behold, I will add fifteen years to your life."...O restore me to health and let me live! Lo, for my own welfare I had great bitterness; it is You who has kept my soul form the pit of nothingness, for You have cast all my sins behind Your back.
Psalm 119.121-144-Make Your face shine upon Your servant, and teach me Your statutes.
2 Peter 1.1-11-Therefore, brethren, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you...
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God's Word of the Day
You need Me. I will build You up and restore You. I have a calling for You to fulfill.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I'm down and out and lost to the world.
I descend to nothingness.
All is a fog and all is gone from where I stand.
I cry to You in pain and suffering.
I seek Your healing touch.
You come to me in the darkness and give light.
You come to me in the middle of the night with a loving touch.
You come to me in the morning and bring a new day.
You come and feel the pain and see the tears.
You come.
You rebuild the broken.
You love the lost.
You restore in Your way.
You guide me to new Life.
You let Your face warm me to Life.
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Prayer of the Day
When I'm lost, I turn to You Lord. I reach out for Your hand. I grab for You. Yet You always come to me. You pick me up. You make me whole. You walk through the pain and tears by my side. You are my God! You are my Savior! You are my Love! ---Amen
Build us up, Lord build us up; set in us a strong foundation. Lead us to do your holy will; form and shape your new creation. Build us up, Lord, build us up; as we guide and teach each other, help us to share your love with the world: every sister, every brother. Growing in Christ, we plant seeds for the kingdom; we follow in faith what's begun! Lord, set in our hearts the power of your word to spread the news of your Son! ("Build Us Up, Lord" - Text: Mark Glaeser, b. 1956, and Donna Hanna, b. 1952)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 4-For it is for this we labor and strive, because we have fixed our hope on the living God, who is the Savior of all men, especially of believers.
Isaiah 38-39-"I have heard you prayer, I have seen your tears; behold, I will add fifteen years to your life."...O restore me to health and let me live! Lo, for my own welfare I had great bitterness; it is You who has kept my soul form the pit of nothingness, for You have cast all my sins behind Your back.
Psalm 119.121-144-Make Your face shine upon Your servant, and teach me Your statutes.
2 Peter 1.1-11-Therefore, brethren, be all the more diligent to make certain about His calling and choosing you...
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God's Word of the Day
You need Me. I will build You up and restore You. I have a calling for You to fulfill.
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Psalm of the Day
Lord, I'm down and out and lost to the world.
I descend to nothingness.
All is a fog and all is gone from where I stand.
I cry to You in pain and suffering.
I seek Your healing touch.
You come to me in the darkness and give light.
You come to me in the middle of the night with a loving touch.
You come to me in the morning and bring a new day.
You come and feel the pain and see the tears.
You come.
You rebuild the broken.
You love the lost.
You restore in Your way.
You guide me to new Life.
You let Your face warm me to Life.
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Prayer of the Day
When I'm lost, I turn to You Lord. I reach out for Your hand. I grab for You. Yet You always come to me. You pick me up. You make me whole. You walk through the pain and tears by my side. You are my God! You are my Savior! You are my Love! ---Amen
Thursday, November 01, 2007
November 1st Daily Hymn, Readings, Psalm and Prayer
Hymn of the Day
Give heed, O saints of God! Creation cries in pain; stretch forth your hand of healing now, with love the weak sustain. ("Rise Up, O Saints of God!" - Text:Norman O. Forness, b. 1936)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 3-By common confession, great is the mystery of godliness: He who was revealed in the flesh, was vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.
Isaiah 36-37-O LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, who is enthroned above the cherubim, You are the God, You alone, of the the kingdoms of the earth. You have made heaven and earth.
Psalm 119.97-120-Your word is a lamp to me feet and a light to my path.
2 Corinthians 2.1-11-...I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.
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God's Word of the Day
I heal all. This is mystery. I ask you to go likewise and stretch out your hand in healing to others.
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Psalm of the Day
Rise up O Saints!
Rise in the Love of Christ.
You have seen His healing.
You have felt His touch.
Now rise up and do likewise.
Reach out and touch another life in pain.
Reach out and touch with love.
Reach out with God's hand of healing.
Rise up O Saints!
Reach out and touch!
Touch with God's hand of Love!
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Prayer of the Day
My Lord and God, enthroned on high and enthroned in the center of my being, send Your healing this day to me and to all I touch through Your Grace and Glory. ---Amen
Give heed, O saints of God! Creation cries in pain; stretch forth your hand of healing now, with love the weak sustain. ("Rise Up, O Saints of God!" - Text:Norman O. Forness, b. 1936)
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Readings of the Day
1 Timothy 3-By common confession, great is the mystery of godliness: He who was revealed in the flesh, was vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, proclaimed among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.
Isaiah 36-37-O LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, who is enthroned above the cherubim, You are the God, You alone, of the the kingdoms of the earth. You have made heaven and earth.
Psalm 119.97-120-Your word is a lamp to me feet and a light to my path.
2 Corinthians 2.1-11-...I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.
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God's Word of the Day
I heal all. This is mystery. I ask you to go likewise and stretch out your hand in healing to others.
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Psalm of the Day
Rise up O Saints!
Rise in the Love of Christ.
You have seen His healing.
You have felt His touch.
Now rise up and do likewise.
Reach out and touch another life in pain.
Reach out and touch with love.
Reach out with God's hand of healing.
Rise up O Saints!
Reach out and touch!
Touch with God's hand of Love!
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Prayer of the Day
My Lord and God, enthroned on high and enthroned in the center of my being, send Your healing this day to me and to all I touch through Your Grace and Glory. ---Amen
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