Micah 6:8
God hath shown thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God.
What of Today’s Verse…
God’s desires for us are not hard to discern. He wants to bless us with salvation. The incredible gift of his Son is powerful testimony to this truth. But salvation from sin and death is not something he wants to happen in our lives just once. He wants our lives to reflect daily his salvation and to share it with others. When we act justly, pursue mercy in our relationships, and honour him with our worship from a humble heart, then we are responding to his salvation, as he desires.
Let us Pray:
Almighty and compassionate Father, as I embrace this New Year, helps my eyes see what your heart sees. Teach me to hate sin and to be merciful to all who need mercy. Teach me to know truth and act fairly, while hating abuse and exploitation. Through your Spirit, stir me to reflect on the great distance between your holy majesty and my inconsistent character. Make me wholly your child, I pray, in Jesus name. Amen.
Words of Wisdom
Let Go, Let God
I release, accept, and receive.
At times, I may need to repeat an affirmation several times before it takes hold in mind and heart. For instance, I may have been carrying a heavy burden for days or weeks, and finally I understand: I have been trying to do this all on my own. I stop struggling and affirm: I let go and let God. I repeat this affirmation until I release all to God.
The One Power and Presence never lets me down. I release any worry or struggle and accept the comfort, inspiration, and abundance of God. I receive all that I need, and more.
I release, accept, and receive. With ease and grace, the gifts of God flow to me and through me to accomplish good.
“God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul.” –Psalm 54:4
