God Gives Grace to the Humble
Saturday, April 27
God Gives Grace to the Humble
James 4:1-10
Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. James 4:10 NRSV
God does not grow weary in lifting us up.
May God Grant Your Heart’s Desire
Friday, April 26
May God Grant Your Heart’s Desire
Psalm 20
May he grant you your heart’s desire, and fulfill all your plans. May we shout for joy over your victory, and in the name of our God set up our banners. May the Lord fulfill all your petitions. Psalm 20:4-5 NRSV
“May we shout for joy.” The victory of one is an invitation for all to celebrate God’s goodness.
Hear My Cry, O God
Thursday, April 25
Hear My Cry, O God
Psalm 61
From the end of the earth I call to you, when my heart is faint. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I; for you are my refuge, a strong tower against the enemy. Psalm 61:2-3 NRSV
Crying can be healing in all seasons. We can cry for joy just as we would cry out of desperation. God still wants to hear from us.
God Blesses Whomever God Wills
Wednesday, April 24
God Blesses Whomever God Wills
Luke 4:24-30
But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way. Luke 4:30 NRSV
We have a tendency to be upset with the recipient, perhaps we should be seeking to better understand God’s ways.
God’s Authority over Life and Death
Tuesday, April 23
God’s Authority over Life and Death
1 Kings 17:17-24
The Lord listened to the voice of Elijah; the life of the child came into him again, and he revived. 1 Kings 17:22 NRSV
The Lord listened. What Elijah needed in that moment was beyond him. But the Lord listened and responded.
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