Category Archives: Morning Prayer

Downcast Face

  Cain had an attitude problem, and he let it come between him and God.     Genesis 4:5 (NIV) Cain was very angry, and his face was downcast. I imagine Cain trudging along, slumped shoulders, eyes fixed on the … Continue reading

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The Lord’s Face

Numbers 6:24-26 (NIV) The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Does God move to make His face shine on us? Or … Continue reading

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The Face of the Deep

  Genesis 1:1-2 (ESV) In the beginning … darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters.   The Hebrew word used here for face of the deep and … Continue reading

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Seek God’s Face

  Psalm 27:8 (ESV) You have said, “Seek my face.” My heart says to you, “Your face, Lord, do I seek.”   When I want to be sure a child is listening to me, I say, “Look at me.” In essence, I’m … Continue reading

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My Name on God’s Hand

  Isaiah 49:15-16 (NIV) … I will not forget you! See, I have engraved you on the palms of my hands.   God sees my name on His palm — engraved (better than permanent marker).    Good morning, Lord. Sometimes … Continue reading

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God’s Right Hand

  Sometimes life is scary.     Isaiah 41:10 (NIV) So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right … Continue reading

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Mark the Hand of God

  The prince of preachers, Charles Spurgeon, reminds us to mark the hand of God at work in the past.   “It is a delightful and profitable occupation to mark the hand of God in the lives of ancient saints, … Continue reading

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My Breath in God’s Hand

    Job 12:10 (NIV) In his [the Lord’s] hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind.   God holds my breath in His hand … amazing!   Good morning, Lord. You are the source … Continue reading

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The Hollow of God’s Hand

This week, we’re going to focus on God’s hand. There are over a thousand references to “God’s hand” in Scripture — trust me, we aren’t going to look at all of them. This one from Isaiah is a good starting … Continue reading

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Highest Praise

Psalm 148:1, 3-4 (NIV) Praise the Lord … Praise him, sun and moon; praise him, all you shining stars. Praise him, you highest heavens … Let’s join with the highest heavens and praise our God.   Good morning, Lord. In the … Continue reading

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