Glorious Light in the Darkness

“Lord, our Lord, how glorious are you through out all the earth.” (Psalm 8: 1)

 

In the darkness God’s light shines brightest.

 

Lord,

   Thank you that you shine your light into my deepest darkness,

      That no matter how black the night your sunrise always brightens the day,

   Fill my life with your light,

      Give your sunrise to brighten my night,

      Help me to walk, each day, in the warmth of your sunshine.

Amen

Unconquerable Power

“I give thanks to the Lord because he makes all things right; I sing praises to the Lord Most High.” (Psalm 7: 17)

 

Evil may appear to win at times but God makes all things right in the end.

 

Lord,

   I praise you that even when impacted by evil I know you will work it all for good.

      That you are not overcome by evil,

      but in your unconquerable power you overcome it.

   Bring your power to my challenges,

      Your victory to my problems,

      And your praise to my lips.

Amen

Power Greater Than Any Problem

“My shield and defense is God who saves those who are right with him in their heart.” (Psalm 7: 10)

 

You have protection not because of your power but God’s unlimited power.

 

Father,

   Thank you that when I feel weakest you show yourself strongest,

      When problems seem overwhelming, you reveal you are overcoming.

   Bring your power into my circumstances today,

      Overcome the challenges that seem overwhelming,

      And help me to rest in the confidence that you are overcoming.

Amen

 

Your are Accepted as Perfect

“Find me not guilty, Lord, according to the righteousness that comes from you.” (Psalm 7: 8)

 

You may not be perfect but in God’s grace he sees you that way.

 

Lord,

   I have failed so many times, fallen short too often,

      Yet, in your grace you judge me righteous,

      And in your love your accept me as your own.

   Forgive me for my failures, 

      Judge me perfect even in my imperfections,

      Accept me in your love though I can never earn it.

Amen

Turning Hurts into Blessing

“Rise up Lord in your anger against the rage of my enemies.  Awake God, and bring your justice.” (Psalm 7: 6)

 

Enemies my try to hurt you but God in his power will rescue you.

 

Lord,

   I’ve been hurt by those who wish me harm,

      But I know you can rescue me from their plans,

      And turn their hurts into healing.

   Protect me from my enemies,

      Lead me from their hurts to your healing,

      Help me to rest in your justice freed from seeking my own.

Amen

Protected and Secure

“Lord, my God, in you I take refuge and find protection.” (Psalm 7: 1)

 

You may be surrounded by challenges but in God’s fortress you have refuge.

 

Lord,

   Sometimes challenges surround me and adversaries hunt me,

      Yet I know, I can find refuge in you,

      And protection in your fortress.

  Protect me in your kingdom,

      Answer my needs in your love,

      Help me to rest in your confidence.

Amen 

Every Blessing Out of Grace

“The Lord has heard my prayer for his grace and blessings and he is fulfilling it.” (Psalm 6: 9)

 

We may not deserve God’s blessings but he delights in giving them in his grace.

 

Father,

   I’ve failed so many times, disappointed you and myself,

      Yet, you’re always faithful and loving,

      Giving me your blessings out of your grace.

   Forgive me for my failures,

      Fill me with your power to overcome them,

       And your grace which goes beyond them.

Amen

Never Failing Love

“Hear my prayer, Lord, and deliver me from all of my troubles.  Save me out of them because of your never failing love.” (Psalm 6: 4)

 

Sometimes it seems God doesn’t hear, yet, he is always waiting simply for you to ask.

 

Father,

   Here I am again, my life feels overwhelming.

      Yet, I know you haven’t left and you hear me.

      And love me with a love that never fails.

   Hear my prayers.  

      Let me see your power.

      Help me feel your presence.

Amen

Surrounded With Love Like a Shield

“Lord, you bless those who live with you and surround them with your favor like a shield.” (Psalm 5: 12)

 

No matter what you may face in this world God’s love is greater.

 

Father,

   Thank you for your love and power which surrounds me like a shield,

      And is greater that anything I may face,

      Filling me with joy that goes beyond understanding.

   Surround me with your love and power,

      Fill me with your confidence and joy,

      Let me see your blessings beyond imagination.

Amen

Sheltered in God’s Love

“Lord, you protect and shelter those you love; and they love and rejoice in you.” (Psalm 5: 11)

 

Challenges may surround you but God’s love will shelter you.

 

Lord,

   Challenges surround me and those who might hurt me,

      Thank you that you shelter me from them all,

      And lead me through them in your joy.

   Protect and shelter me whatever I face,

      Fill me with your confidence and joy,

      Let me see your power and rejoice in your love.

Amen