Prayer, Plain and Simple

Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness,…

“It is time to bring back the Ark of our God, for we neglected it…” 1 Chron. 13:3 “The Ark of God remained there in Obed-edom’s house for three months, and the Lord blessed the household of Obed-edom and everything he owned.” 1 Chron. 13:14 King David realized that the valuable Ark of God had…

“We are yours, David! We are on your side, son of Jesse. Peace and prosperity be with you, and success to all who help you, for your God is the one who helps you.” 1 Chronicles 12:18 Amasai was a leader of David’s mighty men, and these are his words of encouragement to his team…

“For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people’s sins against them. And he gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation.”   2 Corinthians 5:19-20 NLT We are made in God’s image, and we are called to be His ambassadors in this world. He is in the reconciliation and forgiveness…

Understand this, my dear brothers and sisters: You must all be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to get angry. James 1:19 “Oh Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek…to be understood as to understand.” ~ St. Francis of Assisi This month we are praying for marriages, specifically in the area of communication.…

May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing to you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Psalm 19:14 “I…say only what the Father taught me.” ~Jesus. John 8:28 I am quite certain that it’s been our words more than our actions that have caused the most pain in our…

The teaching of your word gives light,     so even the simple can understand. (Psalm 119:130 NLT) The Word gave life to everything that was created, and his life brought light to everyone. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it. John 1:4-5 This month we are discussing communication in marriage.…

As he considered this, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. “Joseph, son of David,” the angel said, “do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife. For the child within her was conceived by the Holy Spirit.” …When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord…

Many people say, “Who will show us better times?” Let your face smile on us, Lord. (Psalm 4:6) A couple weeks after we were married Mark and I wrote a song called, “He Smiled On Me.” The lyrics reflect what was on our hearts in those early days of marriage over thirty years ago… He…

My child, pay attention to what I say. Listen carefully to my words. Don’t lose sight of them. Let them penetrate deep into your heart, for they bring life to those who find them, and healing to their whole body. Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life. Avoid…

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