Night Prayer
Also now, behold, my witness is in heaven, and my record is on high.
Inspiration
Even in the midst of trial and difficulty, we are not without an advocate. Friends may turn their backs on us, and strangers may condemn us. But we have One who speaks on our behalf, even when nobody else will. Jesus defends those that He saves. And all who are saved by Jesus are free from condemnation.
Prayer
Lord, it seems that the world has turned against me. Even as I endure this present season of hardship, people have abandoned me. They hurl insults and words of condemnation. Thank you, Lord, for intervening, for hearing my cries, and for speaking up for me. I trust in Your righteousness to vindicate me. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Night Prayer
Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye make clean the outside of the cup and of the platter, but within they are full of extortion and excess.
Inspiration
We despise the thought of a pile of dirty dishes in the sink. The outside is easy to clean; it's the caked-up residue on the inside that's so difficult to remove. Jesus compares the scribes and Pharisees with dishes that have been wiped clean on the outside while dirty inside. The Pharisees took exceptional care of their outward appearance and neglected their inward spirits. We are guilty of allowing our hearts to be left filthy as well. We look and act as we should while our souls are full of darkness. We must continue to converse with the Holy Spirit daily and trust His guidance to cleanse our sinful nature.
Prayer
Dear God, Please forgive our sinful nature. We yearn for cleansing from within, so we are genuine witnesses to Your name. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
