Night Prayer
For in the multitude of dreams and many words there are also divers vanities: but fear thou God.
Inspiration
Anybody can talk about dreams, aspirations, and ideas. But just like insincere vows and unkept promises, such talk is meaningless if it comes from man and not from God. Reverence for God keeps us grounded so that we may order our plans according to His righteousness and His purpose. And communion with God empowers us to carry out His will for our lives. And in doing so, we will produce real results, instead of empty words.
Prayer
Lord, sometimes my thoughts and dreams wander. Help me to set my mind on You, so that my dreams do not lead me astray or cause me to speak meaningless promises. You alone are wise and righteous, and I desire Your will and purpose for my life. Take my thoughts captive, so that I may live for You. 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.
