HE WILL GIVE US REST

 Psalms 91:1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Highest will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.2 I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust

Father, Thank You for Your continued presence in our lives. Thank You for Your Almighty wings which cast an impenetrable shadow of protection around us. Thank You for holding our hands as we walk through this Valley of death and guiding us around the obstacles ahead. Thank You for choosing to dwell in our hearts, lifting our burdens, and securing a Heavenly place for us. Thank You for the Holy Spirit that brings hope and comfort to our hearts. Thank You for renewing us daily with Your strength, and may we always see glimpses of Your infallible glory and blessing as we seek Your face throughout our days. Lord, our victory and salvation are found in You, in Jesus' name, Amen.

THE FIRST FOUR PRINCIPLES OF KWANNZA

 Unity and self-determination will give us collective work habits and responsibilities. So, we can build and maintain our neighborhoods and communities. Taking control of our problems by making their problem our problems to solve them together. Understanding that none of us are free until we are all free. Understanding these principles will help us develop cooperative economics for our social and cultural needs and aspirations through jointly-owned and democratically controlled businesses. The road map to a better life.

Father, unite us with the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. "For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am among them." Lord, fill us with self-determination and give us the tools to control our lives. Fill our hearts with gratitude, compassion, and kindness so we can treat others like ourselves by helping them carry their burdens. Father, let us understand that none of us are free unless all are free, so their problems are still our problems. Lord, let the principles of Kwanzaa bring us closer together ❤️ 🙏 to develop cooperative economics for our social and cultural needs to depend on ourselves. Lord, give us the financial wisdom of how to use the resources and the knowledge of how to implement them in our neighborhoods, communities, schools, hospitals, businesses, and lives. Finally, baptize us in the Holy Spirit to help us stay connected to You and each other. In Jesus' name Amen

UJAMAA (COLLECTIVE WORK AND RESPONSIBILITY

 Ujamaa (Collective Work and Responsibility)

To build and maintain our community together and make our brother's and sister's problems our problems and solve them together. Akoma ntoaso - the Adinkra symbol of shared effort and obligation

Active and Informed Togetherness

The third principle is Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) which is a commitment to active and informed togetherness on matters of common interest...

African Freedom is Indivisible

The principle of collective work and responsibility also points to the fact that African freedom is indivisible. [As] long as any African anywhere is oppressed, exploited, enslaved or wounded in any way in her or his humanity, all African people are also

Active Cooperation

In the context of a communitarian social order, cooperation is another key aspect of Ujima. It is based on the assumption that what one does to benefit others is at the same time a benefit to him/her...

Finally, collective work and responsibility can be seen in the challenge of culture and history. Work, both personal and collective, is truly at the center of history and culture...

KUJICHAGULIA MEANS SELF-DETERMINATION

Kujichagulia means (self-determination)

Self-determination impels us by centering on purpose, conviction, and value rather than negative considerations.

Father, help us put away fleshly determination to focus on a spiritual resolution by centering on purpose, conviction, and value rather than negative considerations. Lord, let us not doubt ourselves, fill us with self-determination, set goals for ourselves, and take the initiative to reach them. Lord, give those overweight the self-determination to exercise because they value their health and wellness. Give those that are addicted self-determination to value living a better life sober-minded. Father, help us raise our children and our children's children with Your wisdom, knowledge, and understanding of the value of responsibility and self-determination. Lord, help us practice what we have learned, to build our self-determination, to believe in ourselves, and stand firm on Your Word. Father, baptize us in the Holy Spirit that gives us the determination and motivation to walk through this Valley of Death, fearing no evil because You are with us. Father, let our self-determination help us remain courageous and strong in all areas of our lives. Lord, let us partner with You in all we do to ensure we are on the right path. Thank You, Lord, in advance for giving ears to our prayers, in Jesus' name. Amen.

HAPPY KWANZAA

Kwanzaa is celebrated for seven days beginning on December 26 and lasting through January 1. This holiday was created in 1966 and named for the time of year when some African tribes traditionally celebrated the first harvest of their crops.

On each night, a candle is lit to observe the nguzo saba, the seven principles of Kwanzaa. The principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (faith).

2 CORINTHIANS 5:11-13

11 Since then, we know what it is to fear the Lord; we try to persuade others. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also simple to your conscience. 12 We are not trying to commend ourselves to you again, but are giving you an opportunity to take pride in us so that you can answer those who take pride in what is seen rather than in what is in the heart. 13 If we are “out of our mind,” as some say, it is for God; if we are in our right mind, it is for you.

Father, we praise You for Your infinite wisdom. We know so little, yet we are grateful to serve the one who knows everything. We confess that our hearts have been shattered by our sinful desires and that we have tried to hide our shame from You. Please forgive us for the ways we’ve slandered other people in our lives. We are broken, and we cannot save ourselves. We thank You for knowing our hearts better than we do. We thank You for saving us through Jesus Christ. We thank You for bringing our dead hearts to life through the power of the Holy Spirit. Please guard our hearts against worldly desires and evil spirits, and help us to not lose heart when we feel pressures leading us into doubt. Renew our minds and give us the confidence to stand on what we have learned, in Jesus' name Amen.

WE HAVE ENOUGH GOING ON TO PRAY WITHOUT CEASING

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always pray without ceasing to give thanks in all circumstances; this is God's will for us.

We have enough going on in our lives and the world to pray without ceasing, and if we have children or a spouse, we can go into overtime. God wants to communicate with us daily through prayer and worship. Daily worship and prayer open the channel for our blessings and helps keep our families and friends in the Blood. Prayer also invites peace and joy into our hearts.

Father, we thank You that Your amazing faithful love has been poured out for us at the cross and poured into us by the Holy Spirit. Let the Spirit develop our Fruit to help build Your character in us. Lord, we want to experience Your great love. Help us to walk by faith through this Valley of death, hold our hands and order our steps around the obstacles ahead. Help us endure suffering by practicing what we've learned, so Your courage and strength will manifest in our lives. Help us own our need of You as You teach us to stand with faith in our storms. Help us fully embrace Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Redeemer. So, pour Your wisdom and knowledge into our hearts, in increasing measure, by the power of Your Holy Spirit, through Christ our Lord. In Jesus' name Amen.

GENESIS 41:1-43

Father God, we praise You for the Holy Spirit who grants us wisdom, fills us with life, guards our hearts, and illuminates our minds to comprehend the good news of Jesus Christ. Let us settle for nothing less than the unadulterated truth You have revealed in Your Holy Word. For we confess that apart from You, we can do nothing. So please forgive us for how we have disobeyed Your Word to put our own selfish desires before the needs of others. By the Holy Spirit, we ask that You lead us into repentance and a life that glorifies You. Help us to resist the allure of this world’s deceitful philosophies promising hollow pleasures that ultimately lead to death and destruction. Instead, put a deep desire in our hearts to know the wisdom of the Bible and use it to transform and renew our minds. Use each of us to exemplify Your holiness and love to this world as we aspire to follow Jesus and execute his commands. Make us Your gospel lights this week to those wandering in the darkness among our families, friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Embolden us and our brothers and sisters worldwide to proclaim our faith in Jesus Christ unashamedly. Use our testimonies for Your glory to help save souls. All this we pray in the name of Jesus, Amen.

JABEZ DEFIED THROUGH FAITH

1st Chronicle 4:10 Oh, that You would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let Your hand be with me and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain."

Just like Jabez defied the curse of his name, we can fight the curse of our environment and sinful nature. When we wholeheartedly cry out to God for His presence and Mercy, He hears and answers us. So, let's pray for God to strengthen our faith and invest in His kingdom. So, the answer will be yes.

Lord, we come to Your throne with gratitude for what You have already done for us 🙏 and to thank You for another day to get our lives aligned with You. Thank You for Your sacrifice that has set us free from our sinful nature and our weakness for the flesh. Give us Your wisdom and knowledge of how to implement what we have learned daily in our lives. Lord, let our hearts and minds partner with You when we study, so we can receive the Truth that nourishes our Spirit and strengthen our faith. Lord, give us the same favor You gave Jabez to defy his supposed destiny. Father, we are conquerors through what You have done and will do in us. We have the power through our faith in Christ to overcome the challenges life throws at us, and we honor You by doing so. Father, baptize us in the Holy Spirit that helps us walk through this Valley of death without fear. Jehovah Tsidkenu continues ordering our steps in righteousness in Jesus' name. Amen. 

2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Father God, we praise You for using us to bring joy to Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amid all the struggles, pressures, and discouragement we face while in our frail, failing bodies, please continue transforming us into servants who are always of good courage. Lead us by Your Holy Spirit to find rest in the grand promises that You’ve revealed to us in Your Word. We confess that we are weak and that we need Your help. Prepare us for the day when You will judge an account of all our works and offenses. Though we do not deserve Your grace, we can not express gratitude for nailing our guilt and shame upon the cross through your crucified Son. Lord, we earnestly long to experience the moment when You will declare to us, “Well done, good and faithful servant, enter into the joy of Your master.” Help us this week as we continue our walk of faith, looking forward to the day when our faith will become sight. It is in the name of Jesus that we pray, Amen.

IF HE SAID IT WE CAN BELIEVE IT

 • God promises to strengthen us...Sometimes we all feel lost and overwhelmed, and we have to face our weaknesses. This is the time to study, pray, and worship Him, and He will rejuvenate us through the Holy Spirit.

• God promises to give us rest...Our Souls need to rest, and Jesus will provide us with peace of mind for that to happen. He will give us rest and emotional stability when we focus on Him.

• God promises to take care of all our needs... So many people live in financial despair, but God is there waiting to help. If we trust and believe God will provide for us, He will.

Lord, we understand that we will suffer because You suffered for us; because You suffered, we are free. Free from addictions, deliverance from sin and evil, and financial provision. Lord, Your suffering gives hope to the lost and hurting and unity in the family and with friends. Your sacrifice helps us overcome depression, save marriages, keep us in good health, heal mentally, emotionally, physically, and most of all, Spiritually. Lord, because of Your stripes, we can be free from fear, anxiety, and worrying about provisions. Lord, You promise to answer our prayers, and we believe You. Lord, You promise to work everything out for our good, and You have kept Your promise. In Jesus' name Amen 

THE TRUTH WILL SET US FREE

Isaiah 26:3 We will keep in perfect peace whose minds are steadfast because we trust in You.

The problem is we are weak. But the promise is God will give us strength. The problem is we are walking through the Valley of death. But the truth is God is walking beside us, so we don't have to be afraid. The problem is this world 🌎 is a very dark place. But the truth is He will light our path. The problem is we worry too much. But the truth is He will give us courage in those times. The problem is people will talk about us. But the truth is what they think or say doesn't matter because He has His hands on us.

"Ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free" (John 8:32). Father, thank You for Your wonderful Truth that can be taken seriously, especially when we need healing. Whether the difficulty is injury, illness, financial hardship, a troubled relationship, or anything else. Thank You for Your Truth that we are never alone. Thank You for Your Truth that You will always remain the same. Thank You that Your grace is sufficient for us, and thank You for the favor. Lord, the fact is we cannot take this walk alone, But the truth is we don't have to; in Jesus' name Amen.

REFLEXTION

 As I sit here and reflect on all the blessings God has given me and think about the person I have become spiritually, I cannot do anything but praise Him. Praise Him for saving and keeping me and the protection and blessings of my children's children. When I think about where I have come from, it makes me cry tears of joy; I have finally found Peace beyond all understanding. The Peace that only comes from the Father, and no man can take it away. So Lord, as I approach a New Year, I want to thank You for all You've done for me, even though I did not deserve it. I am so grateful to belong to You; my New Year's resolution is to become more like You and abandon everything that is not You.

Father, our goal is to be a better person in 2023 than in 2022; we want to surrender our lives to You; please use us to lift up Your Kingdom and others. Lord, our goals are to have our names written in the Book of life, Your heavenly Book in which the name of the righteous is written. Father, our prayers are for all people to come together in unity, love, and Peace and to stop putting ourselves in physical slavery due to not knowing You. We pray that each one of us will take heave to Your calling, which was made possible by the sacrifice of Your Son on Calvary. Lord, we decree and declare that all believers will stand up for what is right and good; and do what is necessary to achieve our Spiritual goals. Father, thank You for your creativity and, above all, for listening to and granting my request. In Jesus' name Amen

GRATITUDE INSTEAD OF JEALOUSY

Never get jealous of what others have; praise God for what He has done for them. Sometimes God will bless people WE feel are undeserving. But, instead of getting jealous and wanting what they have, we should praise God for what He's done for them and ourselves.

When the Queen of Sheba met King Solomon, she was not jealous of his riches and wisdom. Instead, she began praising God for what He had done for the King and blessed King Solomon with more gifts. The next day King Solomon gave the Queen many advantages and whatever else the Queen wanted.

Father, thank You for a new day and being in our right minds, and bless those who were called home. Lord, let us not harbor Jealousy in our hearts or want what others have; just praise You for what You have done for them and ourselves. Lord, help us understand that Jealousy will bring disorder in our lives and take our focus off Him. Lord, every time that source of our flesh rises, feel our hearts with gratitude for what You have done for us. So, we can be grateful for how You blessed others. So, Lord, we ask that You uproot Jealousy from our hearts and fill us with gratitude to help us act like children born of the Spirit and not the flesh. In Jesus' name Amen

WITNESS TO THE WORLD

Seek first His kingdom and righteousness, and all these things will be given to us.

We don't have to become Preachers, but we all have the responsibility of leading as many people to Christ as possible, starting with our families. When we govern our lives with God's purpose in mind, we live a more blessed and meaningful life. To lead people to Him, we have to know Him, and we do this through study and prayer.

Father, teach us how to study Your Word daily to maximize our wisdom and knowledge of You. So, we can teach and lead others to You as we mature spiritually. Lord, give us the courage and strength to overcome our fears and doubts as we witness for You in this Valley of lost Souls. Let, Your Word give us discernment so we never miss the opportunity to rekindle someone to You.

I AM THANKFUL

Praise the LORD, my soul; all my inmost being, praise His holy name. Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all His benefits; who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion.

I'm thankful that I woke up this morning in my right mind. I am grateful for where I am and who He is in me. I'm thankful for the Spiritual Soldiers and Guardian Angels that protect me from my enemies. I'm thankful for my children and my children's children's Father; help us teach them the way to go and give them eyes that see Your path and purpose for their lives. Hold their hands through this Valley of Death as they walk with and grow closer to You. Lord, I'm thankful for good health, stewardship, a more robust prayer life, and relationships with You. Thank You, Lord, for Your blessings on my life. You have provided me more than I could ever have imagined and helped me bless others. You have surrounded me with people who always look out for me. You have given me family and friends who bless me every day with kind words and their actions. Father, I am thankful that You chose my heart ❤️ to dwell in, in Jesus' name Amen 🙏 

ALL HE NEED IS YOUR TIME

Philippians 4:6 Spending time with God can be a time to give thanks to Him for the many blessings He has given you.

Our Lord only asks us to do one thing "spend time with Him, and everything else will fall into place. When we spend time with Him, we have access to His presence and power. With so much chaos in our atmosphere, we must communicate with our Lord daily, so we are not distracted and pulled away by our flesh. Spending time with God in study and prayer positions us in a place where He speaks to us.

Lord, quiet the noise around us when we study and pray, so we can hear You speak. Lord, we pray on behalf of Your will here on earth, so let us partner with You through prayer and let You will be done. Teach us how to forgive as often as You forgive us. Lord, we come to You in awe of Your greatness 🙏 help us with our unbelief as Your presence strengthens our faith. Father, give us a strong desire to spend time with You and a willingness to incorporate You into our daily lives. Lord, let the time we spend with You draw us closer to You. Let it refresh our Souls and restore our peace and joy. In Jesus' name Amen

 

IS YOUR SEED BEARING FRUIT

The wayside, the rock, the thorny, or the good ground, which are you. The wayside hearer hears the teaching, but it lies on the surface and is taken away before the seed can be watered. The rock hears the Word but doesn't break the shell, so it can't be watered and takes no root. So, the seed withered and died. The thorny hearers are okay for a while, but the world 🌎 quickly chokes out the Spirit. But the good ground a true believer not only receive the Word their lives become molded by the Word.

Lord, let us not be trampled by men and devoured by birds. Father. Let the Word crack the shell of our hearts, so our seed can receive nourishment and take root, so our Souls don't whither and die. Help us practice what we've learned, so the wisdom will manifest in our lives and not be choked by thorns. Lord, help us be inward-changed men and women who believe wholeheartedly in the Word, so we will develop Christ-like character. Lord, teach us how to apply the power of Your promise when we sow, so our seeds will bear fruit. Lord, we are Your farmers, and we are here to scatter Your Spiritual seeds across this field called life 🙏 The seeds of joy, peace, compassion, kindness, self-control, and love. Lord, nourish our seeds with Your grace, so when the sun rises, our seeds will bear fruit at harvest time. In Jesus' name Amen

THANK YOU LORD

Every morning and evening we should speak to our Lord to sing songs of thanks and praise to him. 1 Chronicles 23:30 I will give to the Lord the thanks due to his righteousness, and I will sing praise to the name of the Lord, the Most High.

Good morning Kings and Queens let us pray. Thank You, for today and for the gift of life. Thank You, for the wake-up call in our right minds. Thank You, in advance fir walking with us through this Valley of death and steering us around the obstacles ahead of us. Thank You, that we have a place to sleep, food to eat, and financial relief.  Thank You, for the order in our lives and homes. Thank You, for our children 🙏 and thank You for helping us raise them in the way to go. Lord, teach us how to breathe and forgive those that wronged us. Father, let Your thoughts be our thoughts to keep us focused on You and not the confusion around us. Lord, thank You for our blessings and let us not judge others for their blessings 🙏.  Father, thank You for taking care of our families, friends, enemies, and ourselves. So, go before us and today and set our path as we witness for You through our compassion. Kindness, goodness, and love for those we fo not know. In Jesus name Amen 🙏 

DON'T LET IT HINDER YOUR BLESSINGS

We have to be able to recognize what hinders our blessings: Things like fear, jealousy, envy, hate, anger, doubt, unbelief, or strife can hinder our prayers and our blessings. Once we recognize the Spirit hindering our blessings, we separate ourselves from it. People or the devil cannot block the blessings God has for us, but they can hinder them.

According to Numbers 23:19-20, What God has Blessed, No one can curse. The truth is, No one can block God's blessings for us, not even the enemy. They can try to hinder us from receiving all that God has for us but what they cannot do is stop the Blessings that God has for us.

Father, thank You for a new day and for keeping us safe through the night. Thank You for the hedge of protection around our children, families, friends, and ourselves. Lord, let us not be our own worst enemies and blessings blockers. Let not the Spirits of the flesh overcome our Spirits of the Fruit so we don't hinder our blessings. Lord, keep our hindering Spirits from attacking us by invading our hearts with spiritual heaviness. Lord, hold our hindering spirits from interfering with our prayer lives, studies, and faith. "For we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh, for the weapon we choose for our warfare is the Word. So, we take authority over Hindering Spirits operating in our lives, home, office, and marketplaces, and we rebuke you, in the name of Jesus Amen.

LOVE GOD AND YOURSELF THEN YOU CAN LOVE OTHERS

This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself. ' The greatest commandment helps us see self-love is required before we can truly love others.

Life and relationships have taught me that whatever you can't control, don't worry about it; give it to God. Just be loyal, trustworthy, honest, and loveable. Someone will find you. But remember, no matter how good you treat others doesn't mean they'll treat you the same way. So live life like it's given to you. That way, you won't be disappointed or hurt. If you feel you're not being valued enough, you have to put a value on yourself. Never love someone more than God and yourself, or you will get caught in a snare.

Lord, thank You for watching over us while we slept and for today's wake-up call; we really appreciate You.  Father, we thank You in advance for the hedge of protection around our children, families, and friends. Let us all return home safely 🙏. Lord, help us understand the Word and continue pruning our Fruit as we mature in faith and Spirit. Let us not be incapable of celebrating our worth, so teach us how to love ourselves through the Word. Lord, let Your thoughts be our thoughts, so Your principles will manifest in our lives 🙏. Lord, give us eyes to see our actual value and walk us around the obstacles ahead. Father, let us learn to love ourselves and each other by recognizing the way You love us. In Jesus' name Amen 🙏 

DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME ARGUING

It's a waste of time to argue with a fool who does not care about the truth or reality but only the victory of their beliefs and illusions. Only spend time on arguments that make sense. There are people who, no matter how much evidence we present to them, are not able to understand, especially those blinded by ego, hatred, and resentment, and all they want is to be right even if they are not. When ignorance screams, intelligence is silent. Your peace and quiet are worth more.

Father, You are all-knowing and wise, teach us Your ways and when and what to say. Lord, we seek Your wisdom and insight in all we do. Father, we seek Your understanding, so we can walk in the path You lay before us, knowing right from wrong and being protected against temptation and deceitfulness. Lord, help make our intelligence amenable to all truths and give us the wisdom to know the meaning of silence. 

Ecclesiastes 3:7 tells us that there is a time to keep silent and a time to speak. But when? How? Lord, we need to discern the difference between knowing when to say or be quiet, so we humbly seek You through prayer as we immerse ourselves in Scripture and ask for Your wisdom and discernment. In Jesus' name Amen 

LET'S GIVE THANKS UNTO THE LORD

Giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ

The Bible teaches us about the power of having a grateful heart. An attitude of thanksgiving can fill us with hope and joy. We all have much to be thankful for, especially if we have children. We could all pray without ceasing for the many blessings we have received 🙏.

Thank You, Lord, for Your hands of protection and bless those less fortunate. 🙏 Thank You, Lord, for favor and keeping us safe through Ian and preparing us for the storms to come. Lord, thank You for provision and shelter; thank You for waking us up in our right minds and healthy 🙏. Thank You for covering our homes, businesses, and service workers to help them safely navigate this Valley of death. You have provided us with more than we could ever imagine. You have surrounded us with people who always look out for us. You have given us family and friends who bless us daily with kind words and actions. Lord, You have shown us so much love, kindness, and compassion; we are so grateful 🙏. In Jesus' name Amen 

LET'S PRAYFOR THOSE WHO ARE ADDICTED IN HIS WORDS

• Alcohol addiction.

• Prescription drug addiction.

• Drug addiction.

• Heroin addiction.

• Opioid addiction

We come together for all those dealing with addiction, whether physical, mental, or Spiritual. We ask You to loose us.

And call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify me." But to the wicked God says: "What right have you to recite my statutes or take my covenant on your lips? For you hate discipline, and you cast my words behind you. If you see a thief, you are pleased with him and keep company with adulterers. "You give your mouth free rein for evil, and your tongue frames deceit. 

Father, keep us sober-minded; and watchful. Our devil adversary prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour...For all that is in the world, the desires of the flesh, lusts of the eyes, and pride in possessions are not from the You but from the world...Lord urges us as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against our souls...More than that, we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance and endurance produces character. Character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame because Your love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. So, we submit ourselves to You. Help us resist the devil, and he will flee from us. In Jesus' name Amen

FIGHTING TEMPTATIONS

This world is filled with all forms of temptations. God's Word is where we can find the encouragement and strength to overcome these cravings. There's nothing in this world 🌎 that He did not overcome, and we have that same power through Him. He reminded us to "Come to Him, all who are weary and burdened, and He will give us rest. Take His yoke upon you and learn from Him, for He is gentle and humble in heart, and we will find rest for our souls.

Lord, we know Your faithful and will not let us be tempted beyond what we can bear. But when we are tempted, thank You for providing a way out so we can endure it. Father, let us not be misled by bad company, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. Lord, You are our teacher; reveal who and what You are in us. Give us eyes that see the plan. You have for us and ears to hear Your instructions. Father, let us not be hindered by envy, jealousy, selfishness, hate, or unforgiveness. So fill us with the principle of gratitude, love, kindness ❤️ and compassion for others. Teach us to stand with faith and submit ourselves to You, so we can resist the devil, and he will flee from us. Thank You, Lord, of grace, for calling us to Your eternal glory through Christ and restoring us. Amen 

HE PROMISED

 • God promises to strengthen you. ..to help you endure suffering

• God promises to give you rest. ...rest from the constant struggle for existence

• God promises to take care of all your needs. ...He will bring our heart's desires in line with what he is providing

• God promises to answer your prayers. ...Call to Him, and He will answer you, and show you great and mighty things

• God promises to work everything out for your good. ...God will protect us from the schemes of our enemies that we don't know about

• God promises to be with you. ...The Holy Spirit, is with us in a very personal and intimate way. The God of all creation lives within us. He comforts us in challenging times. He teaches us His ways. We can have no greater privilege than to have God with us.

• God promises to protect you. ...We need not fear situations or people who threaten our well-being, whether in a physical or spiritual sense

• God promises freedom from sin...Once we accept Jesus Christ as our Savior we have been set free from sin and have become slaves to righteousness

• Concerning unconditional promises, God has promised to never again destroy man from earth by way of a flood 

• God promises eternal life....our Spirits will never die

 

 

 

THE WICKED PROSPER TOO

"So now we call the arrogant blessed; not only are the doers of wickedness built up, but they also test God and escape.'"

We often find ourselves asking  God why the righteous suffer and the wicked prosper because, in truth, there can be many underlying causes for such disturbing realities, each case differing from the others. Some people look good on the outside, but they're wasting away inside. Never worry about what's happening in other's lives because we can't see the big picture. We will reap what we sow, good or bad, here on earth. "Even the righteous is repaid on Earth."

Father, we know You're a righteous and faithful God and will keep Your promise. That everything will work out for our good. So, we stand on Your Word; we will reap what we sow, and the wicked will not prevail. "Lord, we understand You're good to the wicked and sinner just as You are to the righteous. And one way of showing that goodness is You give the wicked the same power to prosper just as You do for the righteous. Until the day appointed for their punishment comes. So, keep us focused on You and not the prosperity of others because we will have a winning season too, and yours will last. In Jesus' name Amen 

GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD

Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good, and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Thank You for breathing life into us this morning, and thank You in advance for the hedge of protection around us today. Thank You for waking up with a roof over our heads, and bless those sleeping outside. Thank You for the food and water, and bless those that have not. Thank You that we're in our right minds and healthy, and bless those who are sick and shut-in. Thank You for helping us tame our tongues and allowing You to fight our battles against our enemies. Thank You, for pruning our Fruit and strengthening our faith, so we can walk in Your ways. Thank You for the Spiritual Soldiers You surrounded us with and the Guardian Angels that keep the fiery arrows of our enemies from harming us. Thank You for taking us from where we were and molding us into what we have become. Thank You for Continuing working in and through us to serve Your purpose and honor Your name. Thank You, for forgiveness and for teaching us how to forgive. Thank You for all the blessings, lessons, and grace You have given us. Thank You for your favor and for keeping us safe in this Valley of death. In Jesus' name Amen 

DON'T LET IT STEAL YOUR PEACE

I pray you stop thinking about people that do not value you. I pray you do not let people take up space in your heart or life that does not make you a part of their life. I pray you do not think about why people don't call or reply to you. I pray that whatever steals your joy or interferes with your peace be loosed from you right now. So, Lord, grant them peace of mind and calm their troubled 💕 Father, help them find a balance so they don't stumble and worry constantly. Give them the strength and clarity of mind to find their purpose, walk the path you've laid out for them, and move on with their lives. Lord, give ears to everyone that needs to hear this, in Jesus' name Amen 

LIVE A LIFE OF PEACE

John 16:33. "In the world, we will have tribulation. ...Isaiah 41:10 "So do not fear, for He is with us; do not be dismayed, for He is our God.      

If we really believe His promise, we will have Peace. Of course, we will still have problems (and many of our problems come from our choices) but will not have the burden of fear and doubt, just Peace...

Father, thank You for the "Peace You left with us; a peace that no one and nothing can take. So, let not our hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." Because we have been justified by His faith, and our belief in Him; we have Peace with God through our Lord and we are so grateful. 🙏 Lord, finding Peace in our everyday life can oftentimes seem impossible when we're facing difficulties. Lord, please breathe in us Your strength and courage to stand on Your Word with faith and trust in Your promise. Father, walk through our homes, jobs, lives, and remove all that's not of You. To give You room to move in our lives and reprogram us to serve Your purpose. To witness, worship, give, and live a prolong life in Peace and prosperity. In Jesus' name Amen 

PRAY WITH A CLEAN HEART

All our prayers are powerful because God doesn't look at the length of the pleas of our request. He doesn't look at our status in society but the motives of our hearts.

The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.

Lord, let our prayers be acceptable to You and give grace, joy, and favor to Your people, so we can stand firm in the Word. We pray for peace and harmony based on Your great love for our Father. Lord, we understand that suffering produces perseverance, so strengthen our faith and help us overcome our unbelief in adversity. Lord, give us the courage to stand on Your Word with the Holy Spirit. So, walk us through this Valley of death, and thank You in advance for steering us around the obstacles ahead. Father, help us confess our sins and pray for each other so we may be healed. Lord, let the prayers of the righteous be powerful and effective in our lives as we mature in faith. Thank You, Lord, for wrestling in prayer that we may stand firm in Your will, matured and fully assured. In Jesus' name Amen 

PRAY FOR LOVE IN HIS WORD

John 15:12: My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Luke 6:31: Do to others as you would have them do to you.

1 Corinthians 16:14  Do everything in love. Psalms 143:8 Let the morning bring us word of Your unfailing love, for we have put our trust in You. Show us the way we should go, for to You we entrust our lives.

Lord, let love and faithfulness never leave us; bind them around our necks, write them on the tablets of our hearts. Then we will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man. (Proverbs 3:3-4) Father, help us. "Be completely humble and gentle; let us be patient, bearing with one another in love. (Ephesians 4:2.") So, Lord, direct our hearts into our Father's love and Your perseverance. (Thessalonians 3:5) Lord, place Yourself like a seal over our hearts, like a seal on our arms; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame. (Song of songs 8:6) Please, let the love in our heart's for You Lord and others burn with that same blazing fire 🔥 and everything else in our lives will fall into place. In Jesus' name Amen

PRAY FOR OUR YOUNG MEN

Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock, in which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to care for the church of God, which he obtained with his own blood.

Lord, teach our young men how to be the head and not the tail. Fill them with the Holy Spirit that empowers them to be the vessel and Kings they were created to be. Father, Your Word says, "Rejoice, O young man, in their youth, and let their hearts cheer you in the days of their youth. Walk in the ways of their hearts and the sight of their eyes. But know that God will bring them into judgment for all these things." So, Lord, we cover them from the top of their heads to the bottom of their feet with Your promise "Do not let them be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of their minds, that by testing them they may discern what Your will is, what is good and acceptable and perfect." Lord, hold their hands as they walk through a system designed against them and keep a hedge of protection around them. Thank You for Your mercy, grace, and favor for Your people 🙏 continue blessing them. Thank You for the Spiritual Soldiers around our youth to help guide and support them in this Valley of death. Thank You, Lord, for purchasing them with the Blood of Your own Son. You know the hearts of our young men. We pray that they would grow a desire in them that some would devote a life of service to Your purpose. Help them be honest and passionate worshipers that take hold of these desires and run with them. In Jesus' name, Amen. 

LORD WE REBUKE ANGER

"Good sense makes one slow to anger, and it is his glory to overlook an offense."

One second of anger could cause you a lifetime of grief. We all struggle with moments of rage when faced with annoyance or an overwhelming situation. But the good news is there are scriptures dealing with every part of our lives. So, rather than lashing out with harsh words and actions that only leave us feeling guilt and shame, we can stop and focus on Scripture for help. When we are angry, this is the time to practice what we have learned. When we study or focus on Scripture, the Holy Spirit intervenes in our situation and claims us.


Father, help us speak softly and turn away wrath. Lord, let not harsh words stir up anger and help us focus on what we have learned". Lord, when our tempers are stirred up, let us turn to the Holy Spirits that clam our atmosphere. Father, fill our hearts and minds with Your peace, so we will be slow to anger. Lord, help us take hold of Your promise that You will not forsake us. Whatever circumstances we face that produce anger in our hearts, remind us that You have not left our side, and You never will. So, right now, Lord, we release all our anger into Your care. You know our concerns; give us Your wisdom and the knowledge of how to implement You in our hearts instead of anger. In Jesus' name Amen

DON'T FEED IT KILL IT

1 Corinthians 10:13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so you can stand up under it.

We can kill anything if we don't feed it. Don't feed anger by holding on to unforgiveness; kill it with the Word. Don't feed jealousy by allowing negative thoughts in; kill it with the Word. Don't feed gossip by carrying it to the next person. Kill it with silence and the Word. We have the power to kill anything in our lives that's not a part of Him.

Father, help us nourish our Spirit daily so it does not die. Lord, help us grow and mature into the new nature of Christ. Lord, let the Word penetrate our hearts and minds, so we do not gratify the desires of our flesh. Lord, let Your thoughts be our thoughts to help put to death our sinful nature. Let the love in our hearts for You kill hatred, jealousy, rage, addiction, adultery, envy, and unforgiveness; to give You room to move in our lives powerfully. Father, let the Spirit prune our Fruit of peace, patience, kindness,  goodness, generosity, and self-control. Lord, strengthen our faith, crucify our fear and doubts, and kill all that's not of You. In Jesus' name Amen

  

WE MUST PARTICIPATE IN THE PROCESS

"Choose some wise, understanding, and respected men from each of your tribes, and I will set them over you."

To choose someone wise, understanding, and respected, we must let our voices be heard. We can't wait until a leader is determined to speak up about our concerns; this is the only time you have to let your voice be heard.

Lord, we understand that you are All-powerful and the shepherd who protects us. But, You also put a government to govern and lead Your people. So, Lord, I ask You to intervene in what You put into place and lead us out of despair. Father, pull the wool off all those who harbor hate and malice in their hearts for others. Let Your wrath overcome their schemes against Your people and this dark world 🌎. Let, Your people come out in groups of thousands to select a leader with Integrity and love for all people. Father, help us understand that we must participate both 🙏 to make changes. So, let all the people called by Your name humble themselves and pray and seek Your face when we choose our leaders who have turned from their wicked ways and follow You.  In Jesus' name Amen 

NOURISH THE SEED WITH THE WORD

No one born of God practices sin because His seed abides in him, and he cannot sin because he is born of God.

God has planted a seed in our hearts where He dwells. We have to nourish that seed daily to grow and create new nature. Now, if we don't nourish it daily, weeds start to grow, the weeds of pride, envy, jealousy, selfishness, and hate. Therefore, we must stay connected to the Gardner because He constantly works to rid our hearts of those weeds.

Father, thank You for keeping us through the night, and thank You in advance for the hedge of protection You have around us today. Lord, we cover our children and their teachers with the Blood from the top of their heads to the soles of their feet. Keep them safe in their coming and going throughout this school year. Lord, help us nourish their seeds and teach them how to go. Lord, keep us still and drown out all the confusion around us, so we can hear Your voice. Lord, strengthen our faith and prayer life, so we will trust You during our troubles, Your peace will flourish, and the weeds die. Lord, don't let the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke us and make us unfruitful. Help us receive and nourish our seeds daily, so the roots of our seeds will grow deeper and help us not stumble and fall. Father, let the Word renew our minds and hearts daily to Your truth and align our hearts with Your wisdom and purpose. Lord, do not let us become complacent but give us an insatiable desire to grow in a new nature of love, kindness, humility, gentleness, faith, and grace. In Jesus' name Amen 

PRAY

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 

Prayer is our conversation with God and how we can develop a personal, meaningful relationship with the Him. There is so much hate, envy, jealousy, pride, and stress in the world today that we can pray without ceasing. If you have children or a spouse that enough to keep you praying. We tend to pray more when we are weak or in need, which is good, but God wants to communicate with us daily, because we need renewal daily. So let me ask you have you prayed today if not pray with me. 

Father, we come to You today just because of Who You are and what You have already done. Lord, we thank You for Your wisdom and the knowledge to implement You in our daily lives. We thank You, for daily renewal through our prayer life and relationships with You. Thank You, for favor and keeping us safe through it all. Lord, help us develop a stronger pray life, that keeps us connected to You and on the path of righteousness. Lord, let our prayers open our hearts to You, so You can bring our hearts into alignment with Your purpose and plan. In Jesus name Amen 

PATIENCE AND PERSEVERANCE

Romans 5:3-4 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.

We need the patience to slow down and learn to trust God and let Him lead. We need the perseverance to endure the trials and day-to-day struggles without compromising or wavering. Waiting is the hardest thing to do. That's why patience is so essential; patience is what helps us endure. We need patience in our most difficult times to endure and rely on God to be with us.

Lord, we understand patience is one of those virtues that we all strive to maintain. But our daily struggles sometimes weaken our self-control, and impatience settles in at work or home. Let our patients create perseverance to help us get through the difficult times of life. Father, baptize us with the Fruit of patience and help us endure suffering and overcome our fears. Lord, give us Your wisdom and knowledge to know when to rest, stay focused on our purpose, and avoid becoming discouraged. So, we thank You in advance for hearing our prayer for patience and endurance in all situations. Purify our intentions and correct our thought patterns as we sincerely release our desire to walk in Your ways. Bless us with the light of understanding that strengthens our faith and teaches us to trust and rely upon You. Amen

BRAINWASHED

Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.

We have been brainwashed, so we rarely question things that are told to us or what we read in books. Helping someone brainwashed can be challenging, and it can take a long time since their ideas are deeply rooted in their hearts and minds.

Lord, we have adopted radically different beliefs because of the systematic pressure from our oppressors. Intervene Lord, and let Your truth be known, not that of man🙏. Lord, restore our birthright and protect us from the evil of our enemies, oppressors, and generation curses 🤬. Lord bless us with the principle that shows Your Spirit in us, so strengthen our faith and help us overcome our unbeliefs. Father, give us an understanding of Your grace so we will walk in Your ways and serve our purpose. Lord, we pray for healing Spiritually, physically, mentally, and emotionally, and let Your truth manifest in our lives. Pull the veil off the face of envy, jealousy, pride, strife, and unforgiveness with Your Fruit of the Spirit. Lord, give us eyes that see the plan and path to eternal life and wisdom and knowledge that will guide us through this Valley of death 🙏 Father, let not this Abuse of our justice system put fear in us and give us the feeling of hopelessness. So, let Your thoughts be our thoughts that give us confidence and courage to stand on Your Word when adversity comes. Lord, we pray for all suffering because of greed and hate of others, comfort them, and serve justice to those responsible. In Jesus' name Amen 

WE ARE REGRESSING

2 Peter 2:20 For if they have escaped the world's defilements through the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, they are again entangled in them and overcome, the last state has become worse for them than the first.

The pandemic is one of the most significant setbacks in history. The war in Ukraine is a massive tragedy for the entire world. The damage from climate change is already worse than predicted. WE have taken a giant step backward for gender equality and women's health. We are more intelligent and lazier; we're home more and spend less time talking to each other. Technology has taken over family time; no one eats at the table; everyone is in their rooms. So what's happening to the world, we ask. Could it be "we are the victim of false teaching; we have been reformed but not transformed."

Father, so much is happening in the world today that goes against Your Word because so many believers are being reformed but not transformed. We are born again through a partial knowledge of Christ and His Spiritual principles, which so many have not received. So, help us turn from our sinful nature to moral cleansing. Lord, let us not come under the influence of this world but walk in Your ways through this Valley of death. Father, we have taken You out of our everyday surroundings, so we have begun to sink, and nothing is holding Satan back. So, we who are called by Your name come to You with clean hearts and opened minds for You to intervene in the Holy name of Jesus. You're the only one that can fix this broken world, so please renew our strength and courage. Increase our faith and understanding 🙏 let our actions encourage others to receive You and walk in Your ways, so we can turn it around right now in the name of Jesus Amen. 

WE ALL NEED PROTECTION

Proverbs 2:11 Discretion will protect you, and understanding will guard you.

Rest knowing that no matter what, Hardship, betrayal, or grief we face, God is our provider and protector! He will never give us more than we can handle. But, we must use discretion to protect us and let our understanding guide us.

Father, we pray for protection as we walk through this Valley of death and darkness. Lord, You are our hiding place, so under Your wings, we take refuge. Lord, protect us from every evil force and Spirit around us. Give us eyes that keep us vigilant of our surroundings, and let not the negative impact of our emotions overcome us. Protect us in our comings and goings and keep us focused on You in Jesus' name. Amen 🙏 

PRAY FOR EACH OTHER

James 5 says, "Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. We must pray for our families and friends daily. Also, Encourage family prayer, and in time we will become more comfortable lifting our voices to God in prayer. God has revealed His character, law, wisdom, grace, and redemptive purposes. And He tells us prayer and faith are how He can do miracles in our hearts. Through prayer, He can align our lives with His vision and plans.

Father, we pray for all that is Spiritually blind; give them eyes that see and ears that hear Your Word. Open their hearts and minds and remove all that separates them from You. Lord, we pray for healing Spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically healing 🙏 in Jesus' name. Lord, let us not just be of lip service but Spiritually inward-changed men and women who walk by faith, not by sight. So, hold our hands as we walk through this Valley of death and let us feel Your presence. Lord, we ask that You keep a hedge of protection around our children and our children's children covered them in the Blood from the top of their heads to the soles of their feet as well as our families, friends, and enemies. Lord, we pray for this lost world and the people and politicians destroying it. Lord, we pray for wisdom and knowledge of how to implement You in our daily lives and to shine Your light on others. Lord, let prayer set the tone of our day and ease the frustration of our day-to-day struggles; in Jesus' name Amen.