From the Cradle to the Cross: A 365 Day Morning Prayer Devotional

By George H. Brooks

In George’s book, “From the Cradle to the Cross, A 365 Day Morning Prayer Devotional,” one will find God speaking to the reader through Scripture and the reader speaking to God through personal prayer. The prayers are filled with Praising the Lord for who He is and what He has done and is doing even now in the servant’s life. It includes prayer for Protection, as God is a Providential Care Giver. It provides prayers for Guidance of the Holy Spirit in our daily life and for the Power and Strength to live a life that would glorify God daily.

As I read George’s book, I first read a Scripture passage, the Word of God. But when I read the prayer that followed, I soon realized that I was reading the words penned from a servant’s heart to his Lord, Jesus Christ. Through our volunteer program at our jail, George was able to touch many inmates’ lives with the love of Christ. But make no mistake, his book is meant for each of us, not just for those who are incarcerated. For we are all children of God in need of His love and grace. George’s devotional is his personal testimony and his desire to touch others for Christ. May you be blessed as you read these daily prayers.

Pastor Mark A. Fidler
Senior Chaplain
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office
Noblesville, Indiana 46060

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: May 19, 2021
• ISBN: 9781664224728

George H. Brooks

Raised as a Lutheran in Brooklyn, New York, George H. Brooks holds a BA in Journalism from Texas State University. He is not an ordained minister, nor does he have any credentials in biblical theology. He is simply a sinner saved by the blood of Jesus Christ and the grace of the Almighty God. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior as a child at the age of 8 years old. As with any child at that age, he did not understand the scope of his decision that day. Subsequently, he entered his teen years and then adulthood unprepared for the onslaught of temptations Satan was about to rain upon him. During his life, he served in the United States Army as a Combat Medic/Medical Corpsman on Korea's DMZ in 1969. He then served as a Medical Corpsman in an Evacuation Hospital in Vietnam in 1971. His adult life found him succumbing to many temptations of this world and other sins that are offensive to God. While he went through these temptations, he was constantly reminded of his mother's faith in God’s promises and the need for a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. He always felt God had a particular purpose for his life but struggled to find his true calling. It took years of personal trials and obstacles before he allowed himself to be pruned by God so the fruits of the Holy Spirit could spring forth in his life. This devotional, “From the Cradle to the Cross, A 365 Day Morning Prayer Devotional,” is a testimony of his life. A life riddled with sin but found redemption and forgiveness through his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. He has said this devotional could not have been written if the Holy Spirit was not present within him. While still facing temptations of this world, his hope for you, as you read the prayers in this devotional, is that you will come to see the reality of sin in his life. And how it may be present in your life as well. His hope for you is that you will surrender your heart and will over to Christ. And to allow yourself to become an instrument of God’s grace and love not only to yourself but also to your fellow man.

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January 1

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Psalm 96:13 NIV.

[13] Let all creation rejoice before the Lord, for he comes; he comes to judge the earth. He will judge the world in righteousness and the peoples in his faithfulness.

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F ather in Heaven, Lord of all creation, you have given me the power to communicate with you in times of need through prayer. You have given me this gift to petition you for personal needs and intervene on behalf of others. Forgive me, Father, for not always using this same gift to praise you and to thank you for all the blessings you bestow upon me. You are my Almighty God, my Father, who cares about me and wants to assure me of your love and Salvation through your Son, Jesus Christ.

Lord, I need to hear your gentle whisper, the soft voice that through the power of the Holy Spirit guides me and leads me down the path of righteousness. Sometimes I close the ears of my heart and tune out your voice, allowing the voice of Satan to draw me away from your warm embrace to behavior and thoughts that dishonor your name. Surround me, O Lord, with an impenetrable hedge of guardian angels that will rise and defeat Satan when he beckons. Protect me through your divine mercies and endless grace, in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg Have you ever closed the ears of your heart and mind to hear God’s Word?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 2

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Romans 7:18 NIV.

[18] For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out.

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H eavenly Father, Lord of the ages, thank you for your eternal blessings. Thank you for the love of Christ that heals my broken heart, and that gives me peace to weather any storm that may cross my path. Lord, you know the trials and challenges I face daily. You see the shortness of patience I show in response to frustrating situations. You see the fear that grips my heart when I violate the laws of your scripture and the teachings of Jesus Christ.

O Christ, my Savior and precious Redeemer free me from the sins of this world so I can truly reflect the love and life of Jesus Christ in all that I do. Purge my heart from evil thoughts. Purify them with your Holy Spirit, so I may walk in the footsteps of my Savior. Let me be secure in knowing that I can rise above my sinful nature as a child of God. Grant these things, I pray, in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What is one area where you have been short of patience, and how can God help you?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 3

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Galatians 5:10 NIV.

[10] I am confident in the Lord that you will take no other view. The one who is throwing you into confusion, whoever that may be, will have to pay the penalty.

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D ear Jesus, each day, I am confronted with personal struggles that are too difficult for me to face with humility, love, and compassion. Although confronted with difficulties in life that test my faith and loyalty to your Word, I cry out with the pain of a broken heart. I have failed you with careless and thoughtless acts toward others. I have not helped your children who struggle with unforeseen challenges.

Help me, gracious Father, through your infinite mercy and unending grace, of my disobedience to your Word. Forgive me for failing to faithfully live out my life in your service and failing to be a faithful witness of your Word to my fellow man. Restore me, O Lord, on the path of righteousness for your name’s sake. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What is one personal struggle you will be facing today, and what can you do about it?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 4

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2 Corinthians 7:11 NIV.

[11] See what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what concern, what readiness to see justice done. At every point, you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter.

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D ear God, it is with a humble heart and contrite spirit that I come before you to praise you for all the blessings you have bestowed upon me. Lord, you know the areas of my life that have required your Divine Intervention. You know the sorrow and fear that grips me when faced with situations I cannot control. You know the pleas of my heart as it implores you to restore my physical, mental, and emotional health. My heart and soul are ever grateful for your continued blessings.

I thank you that through your Son, Jesus Christ, I can have the assurance that you will always be there to meet my needs. Let me always be worthy of your love, grace, and forgiveness as I keep my eyes on the love and teachings of Jesus Christ. Make me a steadfast witness of your love and grace to all those whose paths I cross today, and may I truly reflect the life of Christ as I live out my faith in Him. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What is one area of your life where you need God’s help?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 5

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Romans 16:19 NIV.

[19] Everyone has heard about your obedience, so I rejoice because of you, but I want you to be wise about what is good and innocent about what is evil.

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F ather in Heaven, Lord of my heart, grant your mercies upon me as I go forth this day in faithful obedience to your Word. Send along your Holy angels as faithful guardians as I attempt to live a fruitful and blessed life that will glorify your name. I will no longer allow myself to be confused by Satan’s ploys full of lies and deception. Assure me that by being faithful and obedient to your Word, I will overcome any adversities that come my way. Instill in me a deep reverence and love for serving you so I may taste the joy of being one in Christ.

Unfortunately, Lord, this world has a way of turning your children away from godliness. Whenever I go about my day, I see people caught up in anger, caught up in wrongful behavior, and captivated by things that build a wall between them and our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Your children are being deceived by the forces of Satan and encouraged to forsake the truths of your Word. Help us, Jesus. Let us take on the armor of the Lord to defend ourselves from insidious attacks on our character’s spiritual and moral fiber. Grant these things, I pray, in your Son’s name. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What lies will Satan tell you today to try to separate you from God?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 6

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Proverbs 4:11 NIV.

[11] I instruct you in the way of wisdom and lead you along straight paths.

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P recious Lord Jesus, hear my plea as I embark upon another day in service to you. Lift my heart so I may rejoice in love and charity to all those whose paths I cross today. Bless me with the spirit of wisdom and revelation. Let me see with clarity the truth of your Word and have the courage to proclaim it unabashedly to all whose hearts are open to your truth.

Lord, in this year and day in 2021, our nation was confronted by massive crowds of protestors and domestic terrorists who rushed the United States Capitol for the first time in our history. During the Capitol storming, our political leaders’ lives, including our Vice President, were threatened. Amidst the property destruction, several lives were lost, and many people were injured. Father, forgive all those people who perpetrated these acts of violence. Speak to their hearts. Let them be convicted of their behavior. Give all our leaders the spirit of wisdom and revelation so they will have no question of the direction and of your will for our country.

Father, let me be a Truth sower to those who cling to our society’s false teachings. Bless them with a spirit of love, forgiveness, and grace as they wrestle with the temptations of this world. I ask these things in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg How can you show God’s love to someone today?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 7

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Ephesians 6:14 NIV.

[14] Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place.

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O Christ, my Prince of Peace, I praise you for your unending gifts of mercy, love, forgiveness, and grace. Lead me this day, O Father, in your footsteps as I embrace the challenges this day presents. Guide me and deliver me from all distractions I may encounter as I seek to follow your will for my life. Open my eyes and heart to see the truth of your Word. Give me the strength and perseverance to confront all conflicts with the assurance that I can overcome any adversity by placing my faith and trust in you.

Whenever I come across a conflict that attempts to tear down the stronghold of faith I have in your Word, let me put on the Breastplate of Righteousness so I can fend off all attacks by Satan. Send now your Holy Spirit, O Lord, to sanctify me and to infuse me with the fruits of the spirit so I may fulfill your calling for my life. Bless me with your divine grace and lead me down the path of righteousness. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg Describe a distraction you may come across today that could hinder your walk with Christ?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 8

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Acts 13:38 NIV.

[38] "Therefore, my friends, I want you to know that through Jesus the forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you.

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B lessed Father, Comforter of my heart, I come before you today knowing my heart is not full of forgiveness for those who have offended me. I come before you, bound by the shackles of fear that grip my heart and turn it away from doing your will. Lord, as much as I want to escape from this hardness of my heart, I find it difficult to shed this cloak of unforgiveness that keeps me from being in tune with your will. Father, forgive me. Lift me from the claws of Satan that seek to destroy my unity with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Open my eyes, O Father, so I may see a clear picture of your forgiveness and what it cost you when you sent your only Son to die on the Cross of Calvary.

I love you, Lord, and want to be completely faithful in my service and devotion to you. I want to reflect your love to others no matter what pain they have caused me. I want to have that spirit of forgiveness that refuses to be tarnished by memories that have caused me grief. I want to forget those memories, my Lord, and only focus on extending love, grace, and forgiveness. Even when my sinful nature beckons me to react in a spirit of unkindness.

Build me up, O Christ, with a love that seeks no revenge. Let me have a love that aims to show compassion and keeps me in the light of your grace as I faithfully strive to reflect the love you continuously bestow on me. Grant these things, I pray, in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg Think of a fear that has you shackled to your old sinful nature. What can you break free of it?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 9

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Revelation 3:8 NIV.

[8] I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.

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P recious Father, I arise this morning singing praises to your name. My heart is full of gratitude and love for the opportunity to serve you. Each day I seek your face knowing you will be with me to guide and direct my footsteps. Each day, I pray you will keep me aware of opportunities to share the message of your Gospel.

O Lord, bring to me Divine Opportunities to share my faith and demonstrate love, grace, and forgiveness to my fellow man. When I am weak and frustrated by life situations, renew my strength to continue my journey to love and serve you. Fill me with the spirit of wisdom and revelation to have the spiritual countenance that will reflect to others that I am a child of God. Grant me peace in my life, complete with the assurance and faith that I can be a faithful witness of your love. In Christ’s name, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg As you seek to serve God, in what areas of your life are you grateful to Him?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 10

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1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV.

[13] No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. 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 that you can endure it.

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B lessed Father, Lord of my heart, I come before you on bended knees and with a contrite heart, knowing I will not be utterly faithful to you today. Lord, I am a sinner lost in this world of turmoil, struggling to cope not only with my failings but those of my neighbors, my family, and the strangers among me. Father, extend your arms around me. Bring me into your bosom where I can be kept safe from all harm, secure in the knowledge that through your Son, Jesus Christ, I can find the peace and comfort I need as I live my life for you.

Embrace me, O Lord. Soothe my wounded spirit and heal me from all emotional and physical afflictions that keep me from turning to you when I am in the clutches of Satan. Send your Holy Spirit to whisper to me the words I need to be firm in my devotion to you. Let me be earnest in my desire to serve you. Let me be full of the love, grace, and forgiveness you want me to share with others. Praise to you, Lord Jesus, for the example of your life that is the model for me to live. In your name, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg In what ways might you not be faithful to God today?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 11

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Hebrews 12:11 NIV..

[11] No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.

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G racious God, the truth of your Word is evident in my heart. You are my Lord, my Savior, and my hope for complete restoration of my body, mind, and spirit. You alone are the source of righteousness in this world that is full of deceit, wickedness, and all sources of evil. You stand alone as the one to turn to for guidance when I face the mayhem caused by humankind.

Dear Jesus, I give you thanks that I can always turn to you when I am lost and bewildered by situations in life that are of my doing and those beyond my control. Lord, let me be a vessel of hope and righteousness, an ambassador of your Truth to others that may not know you. Cleanse me from all impurities of my heart and mind that may impede my ability to touch the lives of those that need your love, grace, and forgiveness. Let me be a blessing to all those who hear my words, who see my actions, whose lives I interact with, and to whom I share my faith. In your precious name, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What truth of God’s Word would you share today with someone who is seeking the truth?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 12

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1 Peter 5:5 NIV..

[5] In the same way, you who are younger, submit yourselves to your elders. All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.

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M ost Holy God, King of my heart, enlighten me today in areas of service and love I can share with my fellow man. Help me to put aside all pettiness that can encumber my witness to others. Strengthen me in all areas where my gifts of the Holy Spirit are weak and not used to your glory. Embolden me to go forth confident of my victory in Christ so I can accomplish your will for my life. Let me be full of humility and grace so I do not become a victim of pride and thus hinder my service to you. Grant me the peace I need in my life to love others who are lost, distraught, and yearning for your love.

I am living in a world, O Christ, where the opportunities to bless others are boundless. I never know who may cross my path. I cannot know who is caught up with emotions that can make the strongest of us go weak. But you, O Gracious Lord, know the hearts and minds of all your children. You see the suffering that consumes them. I pray that you will shower blessing upon blessing upon them so that they will one day know that you are the Almighty God.

Bless me, Heavenly Father, as I go about my day in service to you and my fellow man. Surround me with a hedge of guardian angels, so I may persevere in my desire to love and serve you. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg How can your pride hinder you in reaching others with the truth of God’s Word?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 13

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Psalm 118:14 NIV

[14] The Lord is my strength and my defense; he has become my Salvation.

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G racious Lord Jesus, through your infinite grace, you have extended unlimited mercy to me. I praise you, O Lord, that I can always come to you with the petitions of my heart and know that in your time, you will impart your blessings upon me. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for being my strength in times of physical weakness. Thank you, Lord Jesus, for being the rock of my faith when I am in spiritual decline.

Guide me along the path of righteousness as I seek your face in all that I do. Speak to my heart and soul as I share with others the love of my Savior. Let me not forget that I am one of God’s children, created in your image, to reflect the life of Christ to the world around me. Bless me, O Lord, as I lean on you for the spiritual sustenance to grow in love, grace, and forgiveness. Help me to love others as you first loved me. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg How has Christ, as the rock of your faith, helped you in times of spiritual need?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 14

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John 7:18 NIV.

[18] Whoever speaks on their own does so to gain personal glory, but he who seeks the glory of the one who sent him is a man of truth; there is nothing false about him.

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O Holy Father, thank you for revealing the truth of your Word to me. Thank you for your divine revelation that is instrumental in applying your Word to my life. In your infinite wisdom, you sent your Son, Jesus Christ, to teach me how to live my life in faithful obedience to your teachings. Lord, let me be a vessel of Truth and fill me with the power of the Holy Spirit so I may live out my Christian life in the manner Christ did while He was walking among us.

Lord Jesus, as I seek to be faithful in my walk with you, my heart is troubled by the ways of the world. I am sad in my inability to resist Satan’s temptations that do nothing but undermine the Word of God. Lord, provide me through the power of your name and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the courage and moral fortitude to preserve my faith and devotion to you. I ask these things in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg In what ways do the temptations of the world hinder your relationship with Jesus Christ?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 15

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Psalm 108:13 NIV.

[13] With God we will gain the victory, and he will trample down our enemies.

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A lmighty and most gracious Redeemer, I give you thanks for the bountiful blessings of love and mercies you have so generously bestowed upon me. O Lord, it is through you and your redeeming grace that I seek your continued guidance for all my life challenges. Stay ever so close to me, so I may not deviate from the path you have ordained for my life. Provide me the guidance and wisdom to make the right choices as I endeavor to walk down the path of righteousness.

Lord, I know that I am a sinner who never stops sinning. Each day I have burdened you with the transgressions of my sins; sins for which you bore the penalty of death on the Cross of Calvary. Yet, despite my sins, you have extended an unending supply of grace and love to free me from their penalty. Thank you, dear Jesus, for coming into my heart and for the privilege of being in your presence.

Father, the forces of Satan are determined to wage a battle to turn me away from your will for my life. Protect me with a hedge of blessings so I may be victorious over the forces of evil. I lift your name in praise for all those that have not yet come to know you. I ask you to make your presence known to those that remain lost so they too may receive the blessings of Salvation. Hear my prayer, O Lord, that I may always be deserving of your countless benefits. Let me be forever faithful in extending your love to my fellow man. In the name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What are some of the blessings God has given to you?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 16

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Romans 12:1 NIV.

[1] Therefore, I urge you, brothers, and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God---this is your true and proper worship.

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O God of everlasting love, in your mercy, you generously provide all things I need. You know the needs of mine and the timing for which to provide for those needs. Let me be forever grateful for the mercies for which you have blessed my life.

Father, there are times when I cry out for the love and compassion of my fellow man, but no one hears me. There are times when my heartaches and the burdens I carry seem so overwhelming. And there are times when I forsake the promises of your Word and look to find the answers to my problems through contrived efforts. Lord, in those times, restore my spirit and my hope in your scriptures.

Lord Jesus, when opportunities for me to show love and compassion to my fellow man are at my doorstep, let me not fail to respond to the call. When I see the wounded plight of others, I often close my eyes. In those times, O Lord, open my heart, ears, and mind to do your will. In the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.

REFLECTIONS

lightbulb300dpi.jpg What are some of the struggles in your life where you cry out to God for His help?

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"May God Bless You,

As you live your Life for Christ,

Empowered by The Holy Spirit."

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January 17

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Acts 28:31 NIV.

[31] He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ---with all boldness and without hindrance!

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P raise to you, O Lord, the Christ, and my Savior. I thank you for allowing me to bring glory to your name and for lifting me out of the darkness and into the light of your Holy presence. Lord, there are times when my attitude is a hindrance in my earthly relationships. Situations that should be opportunities for personal growth fester with ungodly emotions that cause discord and turmoil. In those moments, Lord, calm my heart so I can be a peacemaker. When I fail to love my neighbors as you love me, open my eyes and heart so I can see the goodness in all people. When someone hurts me, and I want to react in hurtful ways, I need to curb my tongue and behavior to not lose the bridge of understanding and love.

Grant me the wisdom, my Lord, to always look to you for guidance down the path of righteousness so I may remain in your favor. Forgive, O Christ, when I fail in my attempts to live in obedience to your Word. Assure me of your eternal love and forgiveness so, through repentance, I may once again be in harmony with your will. In the precious name of Jesus.