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I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do… I press on toward the goal

December 31, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/31/2012

Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Let us therefore, as many as are perfect, have this attitude; and if in anything you have a different attitude, God will reveal that also to you; however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained.
Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. For many walk, of whom I often told you, and now tell you even weeping, that they are enemies of the cross of Christ, whose end is destruction, whose god is their appetite, and whose glory is in their shame, who set their minds on earthly things.  For our citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; who will transform the body of our humble state into conformity with the body of His glory, by the exertion of the power that He has even to subject all things to Himself.

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Abba Father I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ who lives within me through the Holy Spirit to get to know You more intimately.1 So that You can create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me, for my one walk in and with You this coming new year. So that You will show and teach me how to be a channel of Your peace and love in all situations with all people. So that You will help me be strong in You and Your almighty power, putting on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one who lurks in each moment waiting to separate me from You. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, being alert and always praying for me and mine in fulfillment of Your will, and for all others You place in my path. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. (r or l) Remembering that if I get nothing else done this day, let me spend it loving You and others first, as You love me. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen. .

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I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace.

December 30, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/30/2012

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

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Abba Father I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ who lives within me through the Holy Spirit so that You can create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me, for my one walk in and with You. To lay my burdens and worries at Your feet, for after all what good does it do me to worry. What can I change. I must fight to stay humble, and open to You. So that You can show and teach me how to be a channel of Your peace and love in all situations with all people. So that You will help me be strong in You and Your almighty power, putting on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one who lurks in each moment waiting to separate me from You. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests for all others, including me and mine in fulfillment of Your will. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. (r or l) Remembering that if I get nothing else done this day, let me spend it loving You and others first, as You love me. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

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Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me.

December 29, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/29/2012

[Jesus Comforts His Disciples] “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.

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Abba Father how easily we let the things under the sun and the weaknesses of others affect us. This is why I must come to You each day. So that You in the name of Jesus Christ who lives within me through the Holy Spirit so that You can create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me, for my one walk in and with You. So that You will show and teach me how to be a channel of Your peace and love in all situations with all people. So that You will help me be strong in You and Your almighty power, putting on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one who lurks in each moment waiting to separate me from You with whatever and whoever he can. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, being alert and always praying for me and mine in fulfillment of Your will, and for others not in a true relationship with You. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel.(r or l)  And I be reminded that if I get nothing else done this day, let me spend it loving You and others first, as You love me. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen. .

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Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

December 28, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/28/2012

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

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Abba Father I come to You weary and burdened and through prayer in the name of Jesus Christ who lives within me through the Holy Spirit so that You create in me a pure heart, and You renew a steadfast spirit, for my one walk in and with You this day. You help me be strong in You and Your almighty power, You help me put on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one who lurks in each moment waiting to separate me from You. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests for me and mine in fulfillment of Your will. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. (r or l) And regardless if I get nothing else done this day, let me spend it loving You and others first, as You love me. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen. .

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For the gate is small and the way is narrow that leads to life, and there are few who find it.

December 27, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/27/2012

Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter through it. For the gate is small and the way is narrow that leads to life, and there are few who find it.

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Abba Father the gate is narrow and path is steep with little rest. For the evil one never rests and is always lurking to use whoever and whatever he can to separate us from You. We must stay alert, and ready to fight him whenever he attacks. Putting on Your full armor and standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around our waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with our feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen.

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For my eyes have seen your salvation,

December 26, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/26/2012

Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.”

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Abba Father why is it not enough – to know through belief. Why do so many seek more. Is it weakness or selfishness. I love the stories of the Bible that confirm faith through the lives of those like Simeon. I find encouragement and strength to overcome the weakness and fear that try to overtake me. I come to You in the name of Jesus Christ who lives within me through the Holy Spirit so that You will create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me, for my one walk in and with You. So that You will show and teach me how to be a channel of Your peace and love in all situations with all people. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. (r or l) So that You will help me be strong in You and Your almighty power, putting on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one who lurks in each moment waiting to separate me from You with whoever and whatever he can. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word. And praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, being alert and always praying for me and mine in fulfillment of Your will. Asking that You remind us of our responsibility to be strong to build up and not tear down; so that if we get nothing else done this day, let us spend it loving You and others first, as You love us. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen. .

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And Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary,

December 11, 2012

My Daily Prayers and Readings for 12/11/2012

And Jacob the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary, and Mary was the mother of Jesus who is called the Messiah.

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Abba Father I love to read and hear about Joseph r or l, and often wonder how much more there would be to learn about and from him if we knew more about Jesus between the ages of 12 and 30. Having to piece together the image of what I father should be, I often think and rely on Joseph as an example to follow. When I come to You each morning so that You can create in me a pure heart, and renew a steadfast spirit within me, I often think and meditate on how important being a good father is to me. While I made many mistakes, the fact is, I will be a father as long as I am alive, and it is in my one walk in and with You that I know I can be my best. So I ask that You continue to show and teach me how to be just that, a father like Joseph, in all situations at all times. Help me to be strong in You and Your almighty power, putting on Your full armor by standing firm with the belt of Your truth buckled around my waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with my feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace, taking up the shield of faith, with which I can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Taking the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is Your word, and praying in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests for me and mine in fulfillment of Your will. Asking that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel (r or l) and Your presence and work in me. Remembering that if I get nothing else done this day, let me spend it loving You and others first, as You love me, and Joseph loved Jesus. In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, Amen. .

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