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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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Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God. Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
– Matthew 5:6-9

What a blessing to remember that Jesus is coming and that our faithful living matters now, hunger for what is right, show mercy, keep a pure heart, and work for peace as we wait to meet him. Jesus calls those who hunger and thirst for righteousness to expect satisfaction from him, not from the world. Mercy, purity of heart, and peacemaking are signs of a life shaped by his Spirit; they mark us as his children and open our eyes to see God. Living this way is both a present calling and a hopeful posture, we practice justice, kindness, and peace now because we trust the promise of his return and the fullness that awaits us.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, stir in me a deep hunger for Your righteousness. Fill me with mercy, purify my heart, and make me a peacemaker. Help me live faithfully until we meet You and let my life reflect Your coming kingdom. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Jesus Amen.

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These verses remind us that a foolish child brings sorrow to a parent, while a prudent wife is a blessing from the Lord. They call us to notice how family choices ripple outward: the actions of one person can wound many, and godly wisdom brings stability and honor. When a loved one turns to harmful or criminal behavior, the pain is not only practical (loss, shame, legal trouble) but deeply emotional parents grieve the loss of the child they hoped to raise, wrestle with guilt, and fear for the future all because of one bad choice. Yet the same passage points to hope: prudence, repentance, and God’s guidance can restore what was broken.

 Shame and isolation: Parents often feel judged by neighbors, friends, and family.

Guilt and self-blame: They replay choices and wonder what they could have done differently.

 Fear and helplessness: Worry about safety, legal consequences, and the child’s future.

 Strained relationships: Marriages, siblings, and extended family can fracture under stress.

What helps: honest prayer, seeking wise counsel, professional counseling, community support, clear boundaries, and restorative steps that encourage accountability and rehabilitation. Grief over a child’s wrongdoing is real and heavy, but it need not be carried alone, faith, community, and practical help can turn sorrow toward healing. This is why it is so important to find a church home when your child is a newborn. “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” – Proverbs 22:6

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, we bring our broken hearts to You. Where foolish choices have caused pain, bring healing and truth. Comfort parents who carry shame and fear; give them courage, wisdom, and a steady hope. Soften the hearts of those who have gone astray; lead them to repentance, restoration, and right paths. Help families find practical support, honest accountability, and Your peace that steadies the soul. Guide all those who are wayward back to You and guide encouragement in their lives to stay on track with right living. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Jesus Amen.

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Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: they shall walk, O LORD, in the light of thy countenance. In thy name shall they rejoice all the day: and in thy righteousness shall they be exalted.
– Psalms 89:15-16

These verses remind us that joy begins where we recognize God’s presence. Hearing the joyful sound, the good news of God’s love, changes how we walk: we move in the light of His face, not in fear or hurry. When we keep His name before us, rejoicing becomes our default posture, and righteousness lifts us into a life that reflects His character. I used to sing good, grew up in the choir. People would tell me I sang good. I said no because others sang better than me. I kept in the back of my mind I am not good enough. I had a seizure in 2002. I could not talk. I had to learn all over. One thing I learned I wasn’t as close to God as I thought I was. Not being able to talk I learned real fast God was the only one I could talk to that made sense. Now when I sing. I hear my inside voice and don’t care what anyone else thinks of how I sound on the outside. I have learned to love my voice either way. Thank God. Let today be shaped by gratitude for that light; let your steps and words witness the joy you carry.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, thank You and praise You for the joyful sound of Your love. Fill my heart so I may walk in the light of Your countenance, rejoice in Your name all day, and live in the righteousness that honors You. Strengthen me to reflect Your joy to others. Love You, Thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Jesus Amen.

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Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me. I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.
– John 15:3-5

Abide in Jesus Christ, bear lasting fruit. Jesus calls Himself the vine and us the branches, our life, strength, and fruitfulness come only as we remain connected to Him. Pruning can feel painful, but it is God’s loving work to remove what hinders growth so that more of His life flows through us. When we depend on Jesus daily, listening, obeying, and resting in His presence, we won’t have to manufacture spiritual power; His life will produce love, patience, and good works in and through us. Remember: apart from Him we can do nothing; in Him we bear fruit that lasts.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, help us abide in You. Jesus, keep us firmly attached to You. Cleanse and prune what blocks Your life in us, deepen our dependence on Your Spirit, and let Your love and power flow through our words and actions. Help us bear fruit that honors You and blesses others. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Amen.

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And he hath put a new song in my mouth, even praise unto our God: many shall see it, and fear, and shall trust in the LORD. Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.
– Psalms 40:3-4

These verses celebrate God’s rescue and the response it produces. After deliverance, the psalmist receives a new song, a fresh, public testimony of praise. That testimony draws attention: others “see” God’s work, respond with reverent awe, and are led to trust. True blessing rests on trusting God rather than relying on self, pride, or dishonest shortcuts. Honest praise can inspire faith and reverence in observers. The blessed life is defined by dependence on God, not by self-sufficiency or deceitful gain. When God rescues or renews you, let your gratitude be visible, your testimony can point others to trust, and choose dependence on God over pride or dishonest shortcuts.

Lord Jesus, thank You and praise You for the new song You put in my heart. Help me to praise You openly so others may see and be drawn to trust You. Give me the humility to rely on You alone and the courage to refuse pride and deceit. Make my life a faithful testimony to Your saving grace. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Amen.

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For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul? Whosoever therefore shall be ashamed of me and of my words in this adulterous and sinful generation; of him also shall the Son of man be ashamed, when he cometh in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.
– Mark 8:36-38

These verses remind us that no amount of worldly gain can replace the value of our soul. Jesus calls us to examine our priorities and to live with courage and integrity rather than chasing approval, comfort, or success at the cost of what truly matters. When we choose faithfulness over fame, honesty over advantage, and love over self-preservation, we align our daily decisions with eternal worth and reflect Christ’s life to others.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, help me value what You value and to choose my soul’s health over fleeting success. Give me courage to follow You openly, wisdom to set my priorities by Your truth, and grace to live for what lasts. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Jesus Amen.

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John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water; but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose: he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire:
– Luke 3:16

John’s words point us from preparation to power. He humbly baptizes with water while pointing to One far greater who brings the Holy Spirit and the refining fire, not merely an outward rite but an inward transformation. Where water marks repentance, the Spirit and fire purify, empower, and set hearts aflame for God’s work. Let this remind us to welcome the Spirit’s cleansing and courage, to trade self‑reliance for dependence on Christ’s power.

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, You who baptize with the Holy Spirit and with fire, come and purify my heart. Fill me with Your Spirit, burn away what hinders, Your mercy is new every morning, give me boldness to live and speak Your truth. Keep me humble like John, ready to point others to You, and strong by Your power to serve. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Amen.

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For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect. For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.

1 Corinthians 1:17-18

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Paul reminds us that the message of the cross isn’t polished rhetoric but the life-changing power of God. What looks like foolishness to the world, Christ crucified, is the very means by which sinners are rescued and transformed. Instead of leaning on clever words or human wisdom, we are invited to trust the simplicity and sufficiency of Jesus’ sacrifice and to live with humble boldness that points others to that power.

Lord Jesus, thank You and Praise You for the cross and the saving power it brings. Give me humility to set aside pride, courage to speak Your truth plainly, and faith to rely on Your strength rather than my own. Use the simple message of Christ to change hearts and draw people to You. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Amen.

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When thou liest down, thou shalt not be afraid: yea, thou shalt lie down, and thy sleep shall be sweet. Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.
– Proverbs 3:24-25

Rest in God’s care these verses remind us that when we trust the Lord, fear loses its power and sleep becomes a gift. Let these verses quiet your mind: surrender your worries, remember God’s faithfulness, and let His peace settle over your heart so you can lie down without dread.

Heavenly Father God, thank You and praise You for Your protection and peace. Calm my anxious thoughts, guard me through the day, and grant me sweet, renewing of my body, mind and soul. Help me trust You, more each day so fear cannot steal my peace, joy and comfort. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Jesus Amen.

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He only is my rock and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah.
– Psalms 62:6-8

These verses invite quiet confidence: God is our unshakable rock, our steady defense, and the safe place where we can pour out our hearts. Resting in that truth lets fear loosen its grip and makes room for peace to grow. Hold fast to the Rock. When life feels unstable, these verses call you back to a simple posture of trust: God is both your salvation and your strength. Pouring out your heart to him is not a sign of weakness but of honest dependence. Pause, breathe, and let the truth that God is your refuge settle into your bones. Selah. Selah is a Hebrew word found frequently in the Psalms and in Habakkuk. Scholars think it most likely marks a liturgical or musical pause, a moment for the singers or listeners to stop, reflect, or let what was just said sink in. Some also connect it to a root meaning “lift up” (as in lifting up voices or instruments), so it may signal a musical interlude or an instruction to emphasize the preceding lines. How to use it personally When you see Selah in Scripture, treat it as an invitation to pause, breathe, and meditate on the truth just spoken, let the verse settle in your heart before moving on. Selah. 🙂

Dear Blessed Lord Jesus, my Refuge, thank You and praise You for being my rock and my salvation. Help me to trust and rest in You at all times, to bring You my fears and hopes, and comfort in Your steady strength. Guard my heart and give me peace today. Love You, thank You, praise You and give You all the honor and glory in Your Mighty Precious Name Amen.