Sep 01 2024

Afternoon Bible Verse

A man's heart deviseth his way: but the Lord directeth his steps.

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Everyone has those days; days when nothing seems to go right.

From the time we rise until we go to bed at night, we encounter a series of trials and tests. It can be difficult not to allow our fears and doubts to lead us, especially when it seems like everything is spinning out of control.

Family issues, relationship woes, illnesses, and work-related problems can leave us feeling overwhelmed. When everything seems to pile on us, it can be challenging to know where to start. As long as we are tirelessly devising our plans and attempting to figure out what to do, we are depriving ourselves of what God has in store for us. His ways are always better than anything we come up with.

Our daily plans should be placed in God's hands and left there. Then, we should follow the wisdom in Proverbs 16:9 and allow the Lord to direct our steps. This action takes the pressure off ourselves and strengthens our dependence on God. As we meet each situation, we can have the assurance that God is with us.

When we allow God to direct our steps, and we succeed, then only He can get the glory. And with God leading us, we will not fail. Things may not always turn out exactly as we think they should have, but we can have peace in knowing that God's ultimate plan is always to lead us closer to Him.

Afternoon Prayer

Dear Lord, there are times when I don't know which way to go or what to do next. I struggle between wanting my way and leaning on you to direct me. I know you hold the answers to every question in my life. Help me to trust you when I don't know what's coming next. From the moment I wake up until I go to bed at night, thank you for lovingly leading me. In Jesus' name, amen.

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Aug 31 2024

Yesterday Afternoon's Bible Verse

Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.:

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Yesterday Afternoon's Bible study

Jesus was tempted, just as we are. He understands everything we are feeling and fighting. Temptation never goes away; it's always there. This daily battle can leave us feeling disappointed and discouraged when we come to God in prayer.

However, Jesus extends His grace to us and invites us to bring our struggles and failures to Him. In God's eyes, we are righteous before Him. So, we can come before the Lord without fear, regret, or feeling inadequate. Not because of anything we have done, but because of what Jesus did on the cross for us.

There is no need to feel shame because when we come before the Lord, that is where we receive His mercy.

In Hebrews 4:16, the writer refers to finding grace "in time of need." Our times of need can be the moments of temptation that we face, as well as include seasons of life when we feel powerless and helpless, like the world is crumbling around us.

It is during these times that we can kneel before the throne of God and wait for Him to renew our strength and fill us with His power. God's mercy and grace are available to us at any moment of every day when we cry out to Him. Draw near to God regardless of your past, your fears, your regrets, or your worries. He's waiting for you today.

Yesterday Afternoon's Prayer

Lord, thank you for the opportunity to come before your throne in prayer. Help me to bring all my needs, worries, and cares to you. I also desire to worship you in spirit and in truth because you are worthy of all of my praise. In Jesus' name, amen.
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