Grand Rising Inspiration-Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

God delivers people from their tribulations by placing us in their lives. Often, we are quick to judge someone based on innocent mistakes or sinful lifestyles. We are all sinners who fall short of the glory of God, yet He is merciful to all of us. Instead of judging one another, let us place ourselves in their situation and ask God for guidance to meet them where they are. We want everyone to have an opportunity to see Jesus and come to know Him as their Lord and Savior.

Grand Rising Prayer-Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

Dear God, Please forgive us for being judgmental. Help us remember that we are all sinners, and we must meet people where they are so we may tell them about Jesus. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

While our focus should remain on God, it can be easy to forget that Satan is lurking ready to pick of stray lambs.

Satan at Work

“Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the LORD, and Satan came also among them.”
“And the LORD said unto Satan, Whence comest thou? Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, From going to and fro in the earth, and from walking up and down in it.”
“And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that there is none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil?”
“Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought?”

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Devotion Prayer-Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
By: David Jacobs

What can we do to eliminate Satan's role in our life? By surrounding ourselves with a group of other faithful Christians, we will have strength in numbers. Two is greater than one, and it is especially useful to have a safety net of friends in faith when we are struck with misfortune. Like my sister-in-law, without this safety net, the suffering may wander and make her easy prey for Satan. As Christians, we are united, a mighty herd stampeding with goodness over all the earth. Amen.

Devotional-You Version-Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

JESUS IS EXACTLY WHO WE NEED

Have you ever put your hope in someone, only for them to let you down? We live in a broken world, and even the best people will fall short and cause pain. But Isaiah knew that someone was coming who would be different. He's be reliable, consistent, and exactly what we need.

In Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah is pointing to a king with four titles: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. But what do those names mean?

A wonderful counselor is someone wise, intelligent, and compassionate. They're the kind of leader who provides support, advice, and direction in life.

Someone with 'mighty" in their title is strong, resilient, and willing to stand up for what's right.

This king will be an everlasting father, someone who views His people as His children rather than His servants.

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A PRAYER TO TRUST IN GOD

Jesus, thank You for being so good. You are everything I could ever need. Please help me to trust You completely, seeing more and more every day that You truly are the Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. What a gift to know You. In Your Precious Name, Amen.

HONOR GOD

“And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,”
“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.”
Luke 2:13-14 KJV

Think about all of the ways you have seen God's majesty. As you reflect on this, glorify and rejoice in Him.

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Grand Evening Verse-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

“But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.”

Ezekiel 18:21 KJV

Grand Evening Prayer-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

Dear Lord, Teach us to look for opportunities to witness. You extend salvation to everyone, and we want to show the world the hope they can have in life with You. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

Grand Evening Inspiration-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

We know we fall short of the glory of God. We are all sinners and make dark decisions that lead us to sin. God offers salvation to all who repent and renounce their wicked ways. He loves those difficult to love; He is patient with the restless; He is all-powerful, all-knowing, and all-present; thus, making Him perfectly merciful and just. We are thankful to be loved by our loving God; He accepts everyone who chooses to follow Him.

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Grand Rising Inspiration-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024

Our hardships are numerous as we walk this imperfect earth. We have hope amid our darkest obstacles as God strengthens our faith and character. We set our sights on eternity, not the challenges we face in our earthly lives; each day brings us closer to eternal life with Him. Let us share our hope with those around us by demonstrating God's love as we teach them about God's promise of salvation.

WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?

Even those of us with the strongest faith will be tested. Why does God punish the righteous?

“There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job; and that man was perfect and upright, and one that feared God, and eschewed evil.”
“And there were born unto him seven sons and three daughters.”
“His substance also was seven thousand sheep, and three thousand camels, and five hundred yoke of oxen, and five hundred she asses, and a very great household; so that this man was the greatest of all the men of the east.”

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Devotion-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
By: David Jacobs

WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE?

I am a firm believer of good things happening to good people. What you reap is what you sow; if you sow good things, it will grow more good things; so bad, more bad things. However, what happens when bad things happen to good people?

One of the best people I have ever known was my oldest friend. We knew each other since we were babies, growing up together with our families. He was good at everything; he was the captain of our high school soccer, baseball, and basketball team. He was the class president and valedictorian of our school. He didn't drink, smoke, or curse. He was a good Catholic boy that volunteered always. He eventually went to and graduated from Harvard, finishing at the very top of his class. Everyone in our hometown knew of and were proud of him.

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Devotion Prayer-Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
By: David Jacobs

We must remember, there are more than just the forces of God at work. As we will read in the next verses, Satan is real and does all that he could to test Job's faith. Lest we forget, God has rewarded us; He has given us life, created the earth, and sent His Son, Christ, and with His blood, we have been redeemed. There may be tragedies that occur during our time in the worldly kingdom, but what matters is the eternity we spend in the heavenly one. Amen.

A PRAYER OF SURRENDER

Jesus, thank You for coming into the world. You loved me so much that You lowered Yourself to a humble life on earth to have a relationship with me. Help me to live in a way that follows Your example and leads others to know You as a Friend and Savior. In Your Name, Amen.

CONCERNS

“When they had heard the king, they departed; and, lo, the star, which they saw in the east, went before them, till it came and stood over where the young child was.”
Matthew 2:9 KJV

Jesus will guide you where you are meant to go. Express your concerns to Him. Then, rejoice in His perfect guidance.

GOD'S PERFECT LOVE

Jesus, thank You for Your perfect love. Because You are more than enough for me, I know I have nothing to fear. Thank You for reassuring me of Your love each day. I know my love is not perfect, and I sometimes make mistakes-but I know Your love for me does not depend on what I can do. Help me to love You and others better each day. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

A PRAYER OF THANKS FOR GOD'S BLESSINGS

God, thank You for blessing me and always keeping me near You. Thank You for looking upon me with delight and love. Thank You for showing me mercy. Thank You for seeing me through every challenge and bringing me peace. In Jesus' Name, Amen.

GOD'S PROTECTION

Jesus, because of Your life and death-I have nothing to fear. Thank You for being my Savior and protector. I know I can find joy each day because You are guarding and guiding me with each step I take. Amen.

🙏❤️🤗🕊️In Closing. Thanks for joining me for today's Guided Prayer by You Version. Use the next few minutes to process your conversation with God. You matter to Him. Keep praying and pray for all of those who are in need, Pray for the unborn babies, the lost, the sick, the hungry, the homeless, the sad, the addicts, the animals needing food and shelter, pray for everyone, even our enemies. Pray for all to come to repentance and accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. Wishing you and yours a blessed and most beautiful Tuesday.🙏❤️🤗🕊️