As the Day Begins “By the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom ye crucified…This is the stone which was set at nought of you builders.” — Acts 4:10–11 There is something sobering about realizing that people can be deeply religious and still miss God standing right in front of them. Israel had the Law,Continue reading “Morning of Recognition, Not Religion”
Category Archives: A Morning Prayer
At the King’s Table
As the Day Begins “So Mephibosheth dwelt in Jerusalem: for he did eat continually at the king’s table; and was lame on both his feet.” — 2 Samuel 9:13 There is something deeply comforting about the image of Mephibosheth sitting at David’s table. He arrived there not because of strength, usefulness, or reputation, but becauseContinue reading “At the King’s Table”
The Freedom of the Lowly Heart
As the Day Begins “All of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility.” — 1 Peter 5:5 There is a strange burden many Christians carry that God never asked them to bear. Some spend their lives trying to appear humble, while others constantly fear they are failing at humility. Yet Peter’sContinue reading “The Freedom of the Lowly Heart”
Held by Stronger Hands
As the Day Begins “Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee.” — Psalm 55:22 There is a difference between responsibility and anxiety. God calls us to be faithful, but He never calls us to carry the weight of the world upon our own shoulders. David’s words in Psalm 55 were notContinue reading “Held by Stronger Hands”
Worshipers, Not Spectators
As the Day Begins “That God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion.” — 1 Peter 4:11 There is a difference between talking about God and truly worshiping Him. Many people today are comfortable celebrating the blessings of God while rarely lingering in the presence of God.Continue reading “Worshipers, Not Spectators”
When Ruin Meets Redemption
As the Day Begins “And so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned.” — Romans 5:12 There is something painfully honest about the Bible’s description of humanity. Scripture does not flatter us, excuse us, or pretend that our condition is better than it is. Paul writes in Romans 5:12 that sin enteredContinue reading “When Ruin Meets Redemption”
Raised to Stand
Faith That Produces Witness As the Day Begins “This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we are all witnesses.” — Acts 2:32 There is a difference between believing something in theory and experiencing it in reality. Peter did not stand on the Day of Pentecost offering religious opinions or philosophical reflections. He stood as aContinue reading “Raised to Stand”
Held by the Sovereign Christ
As the Day Begins “We are in him that is true, even in his Son Jesus Christ.” — 1 John 5:20 There is a deep calm that settles into the soul when we remember that God is not struggling to manage the universe. He is sovereign. The apostle John wrote to believers surrounded by confusion,Continue reading “Held by the Sovereign Christ”
It’s For Your Own Good
As the Day Begins Moses stood before Israel near the end of his life and asked a question that still echoes into our mornings today: “And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you?” (Deuteronomy 10:12). The answer was not complicated theology or unreachable spirituality. God desired reverence, obedience, love, and wholeheartedContinue reading “It’s For Your Own Good”
Standing in the Strength of His Presence
As the Day Begins “This Jesus…being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost.” — Acts 2:32–33 Pentecost was not merely an emotional gathering or a sudden spiritual awakening among frightened disciples. It was heaven’s declaration that Jesus Christ had been enthroned. Peter stoodContinue reading “Standing in the Strength of His Presence”