Thursday, January 31, 2019

Seeking shelter


Psalm 71:1-6

Be to me a rock of refuge, a strong fortress, to save me.  (v. 3)

God of grace, you are my shelter, always with me.  Put this truth in my heart, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those in need of safe shelter

That would be the Topeka Rescue Mission

My prayer is for the google techy sends us a refund.  You know who you are my techy friend.


Wednesday, January 30, 2019

Saying yes


Jeremiah 1:4-10

The word of the Lord came to me.  (v. 4)

Creating God, lead us to participate with you in the work of blessing and fill us with grace and courage to do your work, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Seminarians

My prayer concern:  Get my case resolved today !!!


Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Love Letters


Psalm 119:89-96

You have given me life.  (v. 93)

Life-giving and ever present God, thank you for holding me securely in your loving presence.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those experiencing hardship

My prayer today:  TRUST BUT VERIFY !!!


Monday, January 28, 2019

Finding love


1 Corinthians 14:1-12

Pursue love and strive for the spiritual gifts.  (v. 1)

Compassionate Lord, giver of all good gifts, thank you for guiding me to make a difference in the lives of others, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Youth ministers and youth group leaders

My prayer is those who have stolen money from me ...   you know who you are and I will be seeking justice.


Sunday, January 27, 2019

Christ in our home: Third Sunday after Epiphany

Christ in our home: Third Sunday after Epiphany: Luke 4:14-21 Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.  (v. 21) Empowering God, your Spirit is upon us.  Help us to sh...

Third Sunday after Epiphany


Luke 4:14-21

Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.  (v. 21)

Empowering God, your Spirit is upon us.  Help us to share your love today, in Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those for whom believing is a struggle

My prayer concern:  My techy "friend" who is trying to help me ...  you know who you are.


Amen.


Friday, January 4, 2019

Like rain on mown grass


Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14

May he be like rain that falls on the mown grass, like showers that water the earth.  (v. 6)

God, may your righteousness and justice reign in us today, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Government workers

That be me ...  retired and tired


Thursday, January 3, 2019

Christ in our home: God's brightness shines

Christ in our home: God's brightness shines: Isaiah 60:1-6 Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.  (v. 3) Lord, when I feel lost in the shado...

God's brightness shines


Isaiah 60:1-6

Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.  (v. 3)

Lord, when I feel lost in the shadow places of life, hold me in the bright promise of your love.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Jerusalem and all who live there

My prayer concern:  trust but verify !!!

And roaches and rodents invasion


Wednesday, January 2, 2019

Christ in our home: Strong and courageous

Christ in our home: Strong and courageous: Joshua 1:1-9 Be strong and courageous . . . for the Lord your God is with you whenever you go.  (v. 9) God, teach us to be strong and...

Strong and courageous


Joshua 1:1-9

Be strong and courageous . . . for the Lord your God is with you whenever you go.  (v. 9)

God, teach us to be strong and courageous in you, through Jesus our Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are scared or vulnerable

That be me


Tuesday, January 1, 2019

Christ in our home: Name of Jesus

Christ in our home: Name of Jesus: Luke 2:15-21 All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.  (v. 18) O God, give us enthusiasm to share the good news ...

Name of Jesus


Luke 2:15-21

All who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds told them.  (v. 18)

O God, give us enthusiasm to share the good news of your Son like the shepherds did.  In Jesus' name we pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who hesitate to share the good news of Jesus Christ

My prayer is to be able to continue to spread the word through the use of the Internet.