Morning Prayer
By what way is the light parted, which scattereth the east wind upon the earth?
Inspiration
As we observe the sunrise in the morning and sunset in the evening, its beauty amazes us. Our Creator designed a magnificent world, and we are fascinated with every detail. Trees provide comforting shade in the summer while the rain nurtures its root system. Eagles soar with broad outstretched wings as little fish dart through the sea with brilliantly colored fins. His efficiency is spectacular, and we are honored to have a place in His plan.
Prayer
Dear God, Your world is beautiful, and we are honored to be part of Your spectacular design. We appreciate Your attention to detail and strive to preserve its glory. 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.
