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Father God, my mind is open to Your Thoughts, and closed today to every thought but Yours. I rule my mind, and offer it to You. Accept my precious gift, for it is Yours to me. Amen and Amen. 07/13/2017 OCM-83656272 {Member of ULC 9/23/22 7545620-0414Susan Ruth Robertson202004377}
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“Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:
Philippians 1:6

Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.
– Ecclesiastes 9:9-10

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These verses fit beautifully together. Ecclesiastes 9:9–10 encourages us to cherish the life, relationships, and work God has given us, while Philippians 1:6 reminds us that God is still working within us and will faithfully finish what He began. God calls us to appreciate the blessings He has placed before us today. We are to love our spouses, treasure our families, and joyfully embrace the portion of life He has entrusted to us. We should not spend all our days regretting yesterday or worrying about tomorrow. Instead, we should love wholeheartedly and do the work before us with all our might. There may be times when our responsibilities feel difficult or when we wonder whether our efforts are making a difference. Yet God does not ask us to finish everything through our own strength. He asks us to be faithful with what is in our hands while trusting Him with what is beyond our control. The same God who gave us our purpose is still shaping our hearts, strengthening our relationships, and completing His work within us. Our part is to live joyfully, love faithfully, and work diligently. God’s part is to guide us, sustain us, and bring His good work to completion. Cherish the people God has given you, faithfully do the work He places before you, and trust Him to complete what you cannot finish alone.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, Thank You for the life, relationships, and work You have entrusted to me. Help me cherish my spouse and loved ones, live joyfully in the present, and never take Your blessings for granted. Whatever my hands find to do, give me strength to do it faithfully and wholeheartedly. When I become discouraged or feel that my work is unfinished, remind me that You are still working within me. Continue shaping my heart, strengthening my faith, and guiding my steps. Help me do my part with love and diligence while trusting You to complete the good work You began in me. May my life, marriage, labor, and service bring honor to You until “My day of reckoning that will be the day I stand before You and give an account of how I lived the life you gave me.” Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“Live joyfully with the wife whom thou lovest all the days of the life of thy vanity, which he hath given thee under the sun, all the days of thy vanity: for that is thy portion in this life, and in thy labour which thou takest under the sun. Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.

Ecclesiastes 9:9-10

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These verses remind us that life is a precious gift from God. Solomon urges us to value the people He has placed in our lives and to faithfully carry out the work He’s given us. Since our time on earth is short, we shouldn’t take His blessings for granted. Verse 10 inspires us to serve with all our heart—whether caring for family, encouraging others, working, or serving the Lord, we’re called to give our best. Each day is a chance to honor God with the time, energy, and resources He’s entrusted to us.

Dear Heavenly Father God, thank You and praise You for the gift of life and for the people You have placed in my life. Help me cherish each day and serve You with all my heart Holy Spirit. Give me strength to do the work You have set before me and wisdom to use my time for Your glory. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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Philippians 4:19-20 “But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Now unto God and our Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Paul reminds us that God is a faithful Provider. He doesn’t promise to give us everything we want, but He does promise to meet all our needs through His boundless riches in Christ Jesus. When resources feel scarce, burdens weigh us down, or the future seems uncertain, we can trust that His provision will never run out. These verses also inspire us to worship. As God consistently cares for us, our natural response should be gratitude and praise. Every blessing, every answered prayer, and every daily provision points us back to the glory of our Heavenly Father.

Dear Heavenly Father God, thank You and Praise You for being my faithful Provider. Help me trust You with every need and rest in Your promises. When I am worried or uncertain, remind me that Your riches are greater than any lack I face. May my life bring glory and praise to You forever. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love. We love him, because he first loved us. If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?
– 1 John 4:18-20

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God’s perfect love casts out fear. When we truly grasp how much He loves us through Jesus Christ, we no longer need to fear rejection, judgment, or abandonment. His love brings us confidence and peace. These verses also remind us that our love for God should be shown in how we treat others. It’s easy to say we love God, whom we cannot see, but He calls us to love the people He places in our lives each day. Forgiveness, kindness, and compassion show that His love is alive in our hearts.

Dear Heavenly Father God, thank You and praise You for loving me with a perfect and unfailing love. Help me trust Your love when fear tries to take hold of my heart. Teach me to love others as You have loved me, showing grace, kindness, and forgiveness. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in The Mighty Name of the Lord Jesus Amen.

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“For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
– Hebrews 4:10-12

These verses remind us that true rest comes from God. Trusting in Christ means letting go of our own efforts to earn His favor and resting in what Jesus has already accomplished. This rest isn’t laziness or doing nothing, it’s a deep confidence that God is faithful and in control. Right after talking about rest, God’s Word urges us to seek Him diligently. Verse 12 says the Word of God is alive, powerful, and able to expose the deepest thoughts and motives of our hearts. It brings comfort when we’re weary, correction when we wander, and guidance when we’re uncertain. For caregivers, parents, grandparents, or anyone carrying heavy burdens, there’s a beautiful balance here: resting in God’s grace while staying open to His truth. His Word shines light into every dark place and transforms us from the inside out.

Dear Heavenly Father God, thank You and praise You for the rest that comes through trusting in Jesus. Help me stop striving in my own strength and rest in Your finished work. Let Your living Word search my heart, correct my path, and draw me closer to You each day. Fill me with Your peace, strength, and wisdom. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
– 1 Peter 5:6-7

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Peter is telling us to stay under God’s authority and trust His care. When we humble ourselves under His mighty hand, we acknowledge that God is above us, wiser than us, and able to do what we cannot. Instead of carrying all our worries alone, we give them to Him because He cares for us personally. God never asks us to carry life’s heavy loads by ourselves. He calls us to bow before Him in humility and then cast every care upon Him. The same mighty hand that rules over all things is the hand that lovingly holds His children. When we trust His promises, we can live with peace instead of fear.

Dear Lord Jesus, help me stay humbly under Your authority and trust Your promises every day. I give You my worries, fears, and burdens because You care for me. Thank You and praise You for Your mighty hand that guides, protects, and sustains me. Love You, give You all the honor and glory in Your mighty Precious Name Amen.

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“The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace. Psalms 29:11 ERV:

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God strengthens His people and blesses them with peace. His strength carries us, and His peace calms our hearts. What a precious gift!

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, thank You and praise You for giving me strength and peace. Thank you for waking me this morning. What a gift! Help me trust You each day. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil. When a man’s ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
– Proverbs 16:5-7

God calls us to turn away from pride and walk humbly in love, faithfulness, and obedience. When our ways please Him, He can bring peace even into difficult relationships.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, remove pride from my heart and help me walk humbly before You. May my ways please You, and may Your peace surround every relationship in my life. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory In Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“And a voice came out of the throne, saying, Praise our God, all ye his servants, and ye that fear him, both small and great. And I heard as it were the voice of a great multitude, and as the voice of many waters, and as the voice of mighty thunderings, saying, Alleluia: for the Lord God omnipotent reigneth.
– Revelation 19:5-6

All who love and honor God are called to praise Him. He reigns with perfect power, and our hearts should rejoice because the Lord is always in control.

Dear Lord Jesus, fill my heart with praise and help me honor You each day. Thank You for reigning over my life with power and love. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.

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“Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon.
– Isaiah 55:6-7

Isaiah reminds us to seek the Lord while He is near. When we turn from sin and come back to God, He does not push us away. Instead, He abundantly pardons and surrounds us with His peace. There is strength in knowing that God’s mercy is greater than our failures and that His loving arms are always open to those who return to Him.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, thank You and praise You for Your mercy and forgiveness. Help me seek You each day and turn away from anything that separates me from You. Fill my heart with Your strength, peace, and joy as I walk in Your ways. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Lord Jesus Amen.