“Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, grant, we pray, that we might be grounded and settled in your truth by the coming of your Holy Spirit into our hearts. What we do not know, reveal to us; what is lacking within us, make complete; that which we do not know, confirm in us;… [Read more…]
December 1, 2011
“Vouchsafe to us, though unworthy, a plenteous out-pouring of Thy Spirit to refresh Thy heritage, for Thy Kingdom is now at hand, and Thou are standing at the door. Hear us, we beseech Thee, O Lord. Amen.” John Milton (1608-1674) Source: A Reformed Book of Prayers, Howard L. Rice and Lamar Williamson, Jr., eds.
November 23, 2011
A journey prayer post composed by my grandfather Dr. W. Henry Goodloe (1889-1986) as he pastored in Arkansas many years ago: Thou hast made our dwelling fair, O God, with flowers beneath, above with starry lights, and set Thine altars everywhere. To Thee we come, to Thee we make our prayer, believing that Thou art a rewarder of them that… [Read more…]
November 20, 2011
Gracious Lord, you have given us your God-breathed word, which contains all things needed for salvation and supplies all things for the order and practice of our lives in faith; give us a spirit of revelation that in the reading and hearing of your word our souls may be enlivened with your Spirit. Explore the… [Read more…]
November 7, 2011
So many people wander this world absolutely missing you, Lord. You are always looking for those who will seek you, even though there are none who live wisely. May we lift our eyes to seek you, living in the refuge of your presence and rejoicing in the promise of your salvation. Amen. Explore the text… [Read more…]
November 6, 2011
Great God of heaven and earth, to whom belongs all the praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength, may we fall down on our faces in worship all our lives, joining the saints around the throne, looking for that day when your kingdom comes and all is sheltered in… [Read more…]
November 2, 2011
Holy God, the troubles of our hearts loom large, and our distress is often deep. Turn graciously to us in our affliction and loneliness, forgiving all our many sins and guarding our souls in the refuge of your mercy. Amen. Explore the text for this post: Psalm 25.16-20.
November 1, 2011
Holy God, who remembers his people and shows his love forever, may we not fear in our souls and worry in our hearts, knowing that you always hear us; may our hearts trust in your mercy and rejoice in your salvation as we sing the praises of your faithfulness. Explore the text for this post:… [Read more…]
October 25, 2011
Holy God, before whom no one can stand, out of the deep places of our woundedness and brokenness, we cry to you. Our souls wait for you; have mercy on us your people, letting your forgiveness pour into our hearts, covering our lives in your grace. We hope in you, for with the Lord there… [Read more…]
October 6, 2011
Holy God, you are not slow in keeping your promises and you are patient in waiting on us; grant that we may grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to whom belongs the glory, both now and forever. Amen. Explore the text for this post: 2 Peter 3.9, 18.
December 5, 2011
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