Night Prayer
The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and it is his glory to pass over a transgression.
Inspiration
It feels terrible when we get our feelings hurt. Many times, people hurt our feelings when they say something unkind or speak with a demeaning tone. It’s agonizing when loved ones forget our birthdays, anniversaries or other special events. In most instances, the wrongdoer is unaware or had no intention to cause sadness. When it comes to forgiveness, we must use discretion and overlook unintended transgressions against us.
Prayer
Dear God, please help us forgive others when it is necessary and look past transgressions against us when they were unintended. 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.
