Month: August 2018

From Bondage to Brotherhood

On the run after committing
a wrong against his master;
Onesimus the slave sought refuge
among the masses in Rome.
There he crosses Paul’s path and
converts to faith in Jesus Christ.
Though he shows his gratitude
by serving Paul, he still must
reconcile with his master Philemon.
Paul writes this letter to Philemon
asking him to forgive Onesimus
and to accept him as a brother
in Christ. This short epistle
reminds believers of our heavenly
Father’s love and forgiveness.

Dear Lord, we learn from Philemon
that Christian relationships must
be full of forgiveness & acceptance
for in Christ we are one family. And
that persuasion accomplishes a
great deal more than commands
when dealing with people.
Help us to Share our Faith,
help us to Be More Gracious; and
help us to Be Forgiving. Amen.
Continue reading “Praying thro Philemon (Aug 4)”

God Supplies All Your Needs

Despite adverse circumstances,
Philippians is an encouraging letter
in the midst of persecution. Paul
rejoices esp the church’s steadfast
testimony for the gospel. Though
that testimony is threatened by
divisions in the church, Paul is
confident unity will be restored as
they imitate the humility of Christ.
And Paul urges contentment
for God will supply all our needs.

Lord, You Strengthen & Provide:
I know what it is to be in need,
and I know what it is to have plenty.
I have learned the secret of being
Content in any and every situation,
whether well fed or hungry,
whether living in plenty or in want.
I can do all this through Him who
Gives me Strength (Phil 4:12-13).
This same God who takes
care of me Will Supply all your
needs from his glorious riches,
which have been given to us
in Christ Jesus (Phil 4:19). Amen.
Continue reading “Prayer Thot for the Day on Phil 4”

God Gives You Peace

Despite adverse circumstances,
Philippians is an encouraging letter
in the midst of persecution. Paul
rejoices esp the church’s steadfast
testimony for the gospel. Though
that testimony is threatened by
divisions in the church, Paul is
confident unity will be restored as
they imitate the humility of Christ.
And Paul urges rejoicing in the
Lord, prayer, thanksgiving and
meditating on positive things.

Lord, we will Pray & Give Thanks:
Do not be anxious about anything
but by prayer and petition, with
thanksgiving, present yr requests
to God. And the peace of God,
which transcends all understanding
will guard your hearts and your
minds in Christ Jesus (Phil 4:6-7)
Finally, whatever is true… noble,
whatever is right… pure,
whatever is lovely… admirable –
if anything is excellent or praise-
worthy – think about such things…
And the God of peace will be
with you (Phil 4:8-9). Amen.
Continue reading “Prayer Thot for the Day on Phil 4”

God Helps You Press On

Despite adverse circumstances,
Philippians is an encouraging letter
in the midst of persecution. There
is much for Paul to rejoice about
especially the church’s steadfast
testimony for the gospel. Though
that testimony is threatened by
divisions in the church, Paul is
confident unity will be restored
as they imitate the humility and
servanthood of Christ. And Paul
urges Rejoice in the Lord always.

Lord, we will Focus on the Goal:
I am still not all I should be, but
I am focusing all my energies on
this one thing: Forgetting the past
and Looking Forward to what lies
ahead, I strain to reach the end
of the race and receive the Prize
for which God, thro Christ Jesus,
is calling us (Phil 3:13-14). (For)
our citizenship is In Heaven. And
we eagerly await a Saviour from
there, the Lord Jesus (v20). Amen
Continue reading “Prayer Thot for the Day on Phil 3”