Morning Prayer
Your wives, your little ones, and your cattle, shall remain in the land which Moses gave you on this side Jordan; but ye shall pass before your brethren armed, all the mighty men of valour, and help them; Until the LORD have given your brethren rest, as he hath given you, and they also have possessed the land which the LORD your God giveth them: then ye shall return unto the land of your possession, and enjoy it, which Moses the LORD'S servant gave you on this side Jordan toward the sunrising.
Inspiration
The Eastern tribes of Israel found their Promised Land upon God's promise, but they were not asked to simply settle there an await its followers to come flooding in comfort and safety. What was asked, instead, was to extend his word beyond. This kind of work is demanding and not easy, but it is our duty. Seek out your brothers and sisters to share in his grace and message of salvation, do not be complacent in comfort that once one has already found Christ, there is nothing left to be done.
Prayer
Christ my savior and light, I thank you daily for your sacrifice. Give me the courage and strength to move with you, unto the world of man and to spread the word of the Heavenly father. Let me not stand still in Your Word Lord, growing complacent and silent, but rather let me sing loudly your psalms, and trudge fearlessly holding your flame of truth and glory; illuminating your grace upon the face of all men and women. Amen.
Night Prayer
Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves.
Inspiration
Living for Christ also means dying for Christ. Becoming a Christian does not mean we can expect our lives to become perfect and cozy. We live in an imperfect world, and as we spread the Word of God, we face rejection, persecution, and many other painful life experiences. Jesus explains this to the disciples at the very beginning. He is open and honest about the sacrifices we must make when we surrender our lives to God. We have peace living amongst the wolves because God is trustworthy, dependable, and always present to guide us.
Prayer
Dear God, We are thankful for Your protection and guidance against persecution as we deliver Your Word to a broken world. In Jesus' Name, Amen.