Psalm 119:7
I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws.
What of Today’s Verse…
Praise is integrally connected with our character. So for us to worship God, the intent of our heart and the effort of our life must show forth a determined desire to know and live his will. While we will never do this perfectly, grace covers us. But grace must never be used as pretence to excuse spiritual laziness or intentional weakness.
Let us Pray:
Holy God, I want to be more like you in character even though I will never be like you in might or majesty. Open my eyes and through the Spirit illumine me as I seek your will in your Scriptures and as I seek to be obedient in my daily life. Forgive me of my sin and create a clean, holy, determined heart. Through Jesus I pray. Amen.
Words of Wisdom
My Future…
In harmony with God each day, I am preparing for my future.
Dreaming of the future and setting attainable goals for me are exciting and invigorating. There is joy in envisioning what my heart desires and what I can contribute to the people I love and the world in which I live.
In faith I know that my future is secure. It is not controlled by external circumstances or other individuals. God is my guiding force. In harmony with God each day, I am preparing for my future.
As I enjoy making plans and setting goals, I affirm that whatever I may need or whatever good I desire is already here, right now, just waiting for me to realize its full potential. Affirming this truth builds an awareness of the activity of God in my life.
“They are to do well, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate. Laying up in store for them a good foundation against the times to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life.”—1 Timothy 6:18-19
