Gracious Father, we were spiritually dead and hopelessly enslaved in captivity by Satan, the dominion of this world, and our old sin nature inherited through Adam. We were powerless to liberate ourselves. But you Father, through Christ Jesus, have rescued us from the...
Hope in Christ Alone
Prayer 103: Transformed by Grace
Gracious Father, “How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you, and there is no God but you, as we have heard with our own ears.” We praise you! You are the one true God with matchless glory. By grace, through Christ, you have raised us from spiritual...
Prayer 95: For a Broken and Contrite Heart
Gracious Father, it is with overwhelming peace and purpose that we approach your throne of grace and power. Holy Spirit, we thank you that you dwell in us and enable us “to live is Christ.” As we approach each day, our confidence is found in only one thing—the...
Prayer 86: For a Heavenly Hope
Gracious Father, our hearts crave eternal life and to experience your glory, love, and perfection in the heavenly realms. At the eventual return of Christ, we will dwell on the new earth which will be perfectly prepared for His reign. Oh! To experience Christ in all...
Prayer 85: For The Blessing of Our True Identity
Gracious Father, we invite you to fill us with your promised wisdom liberally, yielding a deep sense of humility regarding our own intelligence and insight, physical strength, and fleshly riches. These are fleeting and of little value. Rather than boast in fleshly...
Prayer 76: Christ, Holding All Things Together
Lord Jesus, we are struck today by your glory. You, Jesus, who were before all things, stand outside of your own creation, divine and holy. We confess we find ourselves severely lacking understanding, words, and emotions that enable us to fully express the praise and...
Prayer 73: Christ’s Church, His Beautiful Bride
Gracious Father, what an honor and blessing to be a part of your beautiful bride, your church. We stand in awe as we consider this privilege. You have placed your Son, Christ Jesus, over everything with full power, authority, and control so that your church might...
Prayer 59: Christ, Our Shelter and Comfort
Gracious Father, glorious praise fills our hearts as we contemplate our Great King. Thank you for this great passage, Isaiah 32: 1-3, that foreshadows Christ Jesus our Lord. He indeed reigns in righteousness and rules with justice. Our hope is found in Him alone. In...
Prayer 57: Christ, A Savior Who Cares
Gracious Father, we marvel at your love for us. Jesus intimately knows our inmost needs and tenderly feels our pain. Experiencing Christ and his personal interest, understanding, and gentle care leaves us speechless. Thank you for the supernatural peace, comfort, and...
Prayer 56: For a Hungry Heart
Gracious Father, Your precious word beautifully describes the experience of our forefather Moses as he passionately requests the blessing of experiencing your full glory. You placed this hunger and thirst in Moses and then miraculously met Moses’ request in a limited...