Wednesday, June 1, 2016

May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.

Psalm 90

May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands. v17

We are to be God-directed, not directed by the world (Romans 12:2), nor by our own powers and abilities. 

Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21

Those who trust in themselves are fools Proverbs 28:26

See also Acts 5:38-39.

When we neglect God, we further separate ourselves from Him and we are less able to discern His will for our lives.  We essentially say..."I don't need you".  We must therefore remain desperate for Him (Psalm 16:2). 

My Prayer: Lord, You alone are able to ordain what is good for us and pleasing to You. You are a a great God worthy of praise and worship.  I am deeply grateful for Your sacrifice and the many, many, many blessings You provide.  Yet I often neglect You or fail to heed Your words.  Please forgive me Jesus!  Help me overcome such sin and turn towards You.  Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, mind, and strength.  Help me love others as You do.  Help me grow in my faith.  Give me strength.  Give Lisa strength.  Please heal and cure Lisa from her cancer and the side effects from chemo.  Help me lead and server Lisa, Zach and Dustin...and serve You.  Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.