“Don’t be afraid, for everything that is hidden will be revealed and everything that is secret will be made known.” (Matthew 10: 26)

God’s secrets will become your enlightenment.

“Jesus said, ‘I am the Son of Man and I have authority on earth to forgive your sins.'”  (Matthew 9: 6)

You may fail greatly but God’s forgiveness is even greater.

“Those who are living like they are part of God’s kingdom have entered God’s kingdom.” (Matthew 7: 21)

Father,

   Thank you that you have invited me to live in your kingdom,

      And for changing my heart and actions to reflect that.

   Help me to live in a way that glorifies you and reflects your love,

      So others will want to be part of your kingdom as well.

Amen

“Enter through the small gate.  For the gate is large and the road wide that leads to destruction and many follow it.  But the gate is small and the road narrow that leads to real life and only a few walk it.”  (Matthew 7: 13-14)

Father,

   Thank you that you give me real life,

      A life of abundance today which continues for eternity.

   Give me your life now and forever,

      Fill me with your faith to walk the road in strength.

Amen

“To the one who knocks the door will be opened.”  (Matthew 7: 8)

Father,

   Thank you that when I knocked on your door you welcomed me,

      You invited me in with open arms.

   And now I live in your great house as part of your family,

      And never will stand outside and need to knock again.

Amen

“Keep knocking and the door will be opened to you.” (Matthew 7: 7)

Father,

   Thank you that when I knocked on your door you invited me in,

      You greeted me with wide spread arms of love.

   Forgive me for occasionally wandering from you,

      And thank you that you are always ready to welcome me home.

Amen

“Store up for yourself treasures in heaven where nothing can destroy them and no one can steal them.” (Matthew 6: 20)

Father,

   Thank you for all the blessings you have given me in my life,

      And that my rewards in Heaven are even greater and perfectly secure.

   Give me your blessings on earth and your rewards in Heaven,

      And fill me with confidence that I will live forever enjoying both.

Amen