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Episode 402: Humility

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Humility
I strive always to be completely humble and gentle. I am patient, bearing with others in love. I don't do things out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility, I value others above myself. 
I know that with pride comes disgrace, but wisdom comes with humility. I humble myself before you, Father, and you lift me up. 
I live in harmony with others. I am not proud, but I am quite content to associate with people who do not hold a high position. I'm not conceited, nor do I consider myself higher than others. 
Rather than attempting to be beautiful by the world's standards by adorning myself outwardly, I focus on my inner self and develop a gentle and quiet spirit. I know that that is of far greater worth in your sight. 
As one of your chosen ones, holy and dearly loved by you, Father, I clothe myself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 
I know that pride brings a person low, but the lowly in spirit gain honor. Humility is the fear and reverence of you, Father. And its wages are riches and honor and life. I humble myself, therefore, under your mighty hand, that you may lift me up in due time. You take delight in me, and you crown the humble with victory. 
I humble myself and pray, I seek your face and have turned from the ways of wickeness, and you hear me, Father. You have forgiven my sins. You have healed me. 
I take the yoke of Jesus upon me, and learn from him. He is gentle and humble in heart. In him, I find rest for my soul. His yoke is easy and his burden is light. 
I show wisdom and understanding by living a good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. Pride comes before a downfall, but humility comes before honor. So I make myself the very last, and the servant of all. 
I am sympathetic. I love others. I am compassionate and humble. 
Father, you choose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before you. 
You have shown me what is good. And you ask me to act justly and to love mercyand to walk humbly with you. You are good and upright. You instruct me in your ways. When I humble myself before you, you guide me in what is right and you teach me your way. 
I am called to be free, but I do not use that freedom to indulge the flesh. Rather, I serve others humbly in love. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many. 
You must become greater; I must become less. Not to me, Father, but to your name be the glory, because of your love and faithfulness. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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Ephesians 4:2; Philippians 2:3; Proverbs 11:2; James 4:10; Romans 12:16; 1 Peter 3:3-4; Colossians 3:12; Proverbs 29:23; Proverbs 22:4; 1 Peter 5:6; Psalm 149:4; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 11:29-30; James 3:13; Proverbs 18:12; Mark 9:35; 1 Peter 3:8; 1 Corinthians 1:28-29; Micah 6:8; Psalm 25:8-9; Galatians 5:13; Mark 10:45; John 3:30; Psalm 115:1

Episode 401: Praise

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Praise.
Praise be to you, my Lord, my God and Savior. You daily bear my burdens so I don't have to.  
I praise you, Father. You alone are God. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, and all their starry host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to everything, and the multitudes of heaven worship you. 
I praise you, Father. You are the Lord, and there is no other; apart from you there is no God. 
I praise you, Father. There is no one like you. You are mighty and your faithfulness surrounds you. 
I praise you, Father. You are my Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. 
I praise you, Father. You are love. I live in love because I live in you, and you live in me. 
I praise you, Father. You lead me as a captive in Christ’s triumphal procession and you use me to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere. 
I praise you, Father. You keep your covenant of love to a thousand generations of those who love you and keep your commandments. 
I praise you, Father. My salvation and my honor depend on you. You are my mighty rock, my refuge. 
I praise you, Father. You are the God who performs miracles. 
I praise you, Father. You are my help and my deliverer. You are my God. I will exalt you and praise your name. In perfect faithfulness you have done wonderful things, things planned long ago.
As long as I have breath in my lungs, I will praise you. 
You are my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in you, and you help me.My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise you. 
Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you. I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.
With all of my soul and my inmost being, I praise your holy name. I give thanks to you with all my heart; and tell of all your wonderful deeds. 
When discouragement tries to come, I put my hope in you. I will yet praise you. You are my Savior and my God. You are great and most worthy of my praise. 
You created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful. 
My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long. I lift you up at all times, your praise is always on my lips. 
I will exalt you, my God and King; I will praise your name for ever and ever. You healed me, and I am healed. You saved me, and I am saved. You are the one I praise. 
Praise be to you, Father of my Lord Jesus Christ. You have blessed me in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 
So be it. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Psalm 68:19; Nehemiah 9:6; Isaiah 45:5; Psalm 89:8; Isaiah 9:6; 1 John 4:16; 2 Corinthians 2:14; Deuteronomy 7:9; Psalm 62:7; Psalm 77:14; Psalm 70:5; Isaiah 25:1; Psalm 150:6; Psalm 28:7; Psalm 63:3-4; Psalm 103:1; Psalm 9:1; Psalm 42:11; Psalm 145:3; Psalm 139:13-14; Psalm 71:8; Psalm 34:1; Psalm 145:1; Jeremiah 17:14; Ephesians 1:3

Episode 400: God With Us

Today's Prayer Meditation is on God With Us
From eternity to eternity, Father, your faithful love is toward me because I fear you, and your righteousness is toward my descendants. 
You go before me. You are with me always and will never leave or forsake me. Of what should I be afraid? or why should I be dismayed?
I am strong and courageous. I am not in fear or dread of anyone or anything, because you are with me. No one can stand against me all the days of my life, because you are with me always.
I am content, Father. You are more than enough for me. Your constant presence is all that I need. You are my helper. I will not fear. What can people do to me?
You have commanded me to be strong and courageous and to not be afraid, because you are with me wherever I go. I am not afraid, because you are with me. I am not dismayed, because you are my God. You strengthen me and help me. You uphold me with your righteous right hand.
You are merciful, Father. You will not leave me or forget the covenant you swore to me. You are with me always. Even to the end of the age. You are on my side. So I have nothing to fear.
I come to your throne of grace with confidence, and receive mercy. You pour out your grace on me in my time of need.
I know that no matter what happens in my life, you are working for my good. You have called me according to your purpose. You will always provide a way through, around, or over anything that comes against me.
So I'm not anxious about anything. Instead I come to you in prayer and supplication with thanksgiving. I bring you my requests, Father, and your peace which surpasses all understanding guards my heart and my mind in Christ Jesus.
You haven't given me a spirit of fear, but of power and love and self-control. I have forsaken my own ways and my own thoughts. I turn to you, Father, and you have compassion on me. You have abundantly pardoned all of my mistakes.
I know that you are with me, so who could possibly stand against me?
You command your lovingkindness in the daytime and your song is with me in the night. A prayer to you, Father, the God of my life.
You are before all things, and you hold all things together. You are my stronghold. You are over all, through all and in all.
I am a temple, made without hands, and your Spirit dwells in me. You are closer to me than my very breath. Your spirit dwells in me and speaks in me. I live by the Spirit and I also walk by the Spirit.
You are my God forever and ever, you will guide me until death.
You are mindful of me and you bless me. Your favor is upon me. You confirm the work of my hands.
There is only one God, you, Father, from whom are all things. I exist for you. And there is one Lord, Jesus Christ, by whom are all things, and I exist through him. I have joined myself to Jesus, and I am one in spirit with him. Just as you, Father, are in Jesus and he is in you, I also am in you.
By this is your love manifested in me, you sent your only begotten son into the world so that I might live through him. By this I know that I abide in him and he in me, because you have given me your spirit. 
I have no desire to go anywhere that your presence will not go with me.
You are at work in me, both to will and to work for your good pleasure. You are my helper. You are the sustainer of my soul. You are in the midst of me, and I will not be moved. You will help me when morning dawns.
My soul waits in silence for you alone, Father. My hope is from you.
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Psalm 103:17; Deuteronomy 31:8; Deuteronomy 31:6; Joshua 1:5; Hebrews 13:5-6; Joshua 1:9; Isaiah 41:10; Deuteronomy 4:31; Matthew 28:20; Psalm 118:6; Hebrews 4:16; Romans 8:28; Philippians 4:6-7; 2 Timothy 1:7; Isaiah 55:7; Romans 8:31; Psalm 42:8; Colossians 1:17; Psalm 46:7; Ephesians 4:6; 1 Corinthians 3:16; Matthew 10:20; Galatians 5:25; Psalm 48:14; Psalm 115:12; Psalm 90:17; 1 Corinthians 8:6; 1 Corinthians 6:17; John 17:21; 1 John 4:9; 1 John 4:13; Exodus 33:15; Philippians 2:13; Psalm 54:4; Psalm 46:5; Psalm 62:5
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I apologize for the absence of Meditating The Word these last two weeks while I was recovering from a back injury. 

Episode 399: Provision

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Provision
Father, you are Jehovah Jireh, the Lord who provides. You supply every need I have according to your riches in glory in Christ Jesus. You are able to do far more abundantly than all that I ask or think, according to your power at work within me.   
You sent your son that I could not only have eternal life, but life more abundant. So I am not anxious about my life, about what I will eat or drink, nor about my body and what clothes I will wear. Life is more than food and the body is more than clothing. I look at the birds of the air. They neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet you feed them. And you consider me of more value than the birds. I can't add a single hour to my life through worry. I look at the lilies of the field, how they grow. They don't toil or spin, but even the wealthiest king was not arrayed like one of these. You know what I need, and you always provide for me. 
Because you are my shepherd, I lack nothing. You didn't spare your own Son, but gave him up for me. How could I ever doubt that you would graciously give me all things? So I am not anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, I bring my requests to you. 
Blessed are you, Father of my Lord Jesus Christ. You have blessed me in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. Your plans for me are good. Plans for a hope and a future. 
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. 
Every good and perfect gift is from you, the Father of lights. In you there is no variation or shadow due to change. 
If we, being earthly parents, now how to give good gifts to our children, how much more will you give good things to me when I ask. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Genesis 22:14; Philippians 4:19; Ephesians 3:20; John 10:10; Matthew 6:25-34; Psalm 23:1;  Romans 8:32; Philippians 4:6; Ephesians 1:3; Jeremiah 29:11; Psalm 23:5; James 1:17; Matthew 7:11-12

Episode 398: Thankfulness

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Thankfulness
I rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances. I know this is your will for me in Christ Jesus. I know there is always something I can be thankful for, Father. Your grace is overwhelming. Daily, it reaches more and more people causing thanksgiving to overflow, all for your glory. 
The peace of Christ rules in my heart. As a member of the one body, I have been called to peace. And I am thankful. I am not anxious about anything. In every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, I present my requests to you, Father. And your peace, which transcends all understanding, guards my heart and my mind in Christ Jesus. 
I give you thanks, for you are good. Your steadfast love endures forever. I thank you with all my heart and tell the world about all your wonderful deeds. I come before you with thanksgiving. I lift you up in praise with music and song. You are the great God, the great King above all gods. I praise your name in song and glorify you with thanksgiving. 
I thank you for leading me as a captive in Christ’s triumphal procession and for using me to spread the aroma of the knowledge of him everywhere. The message of Christ abides in me richly. As I fellowship with my brothers and sisters, we teach and admonish each other with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to you with gratitude in our hearts. Whatever I do, whether in word or deed, I do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to you, Father, through him. I give thanks always and for everything to you in the name of my Lord Jesus Christ. 
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from you, the Father of lights. In you there is no variation, no shadow. You never change. I thank you for your inexpressible gift! 
I continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful, and ever thankful. 
Just as I received Christ Jesus as Lord by faith, I continue to live in him, strengthened in the faith, and overflowing with thankfulness. 
Father, everything you created is good. Nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving, because it is consecrated by your word and by prayer. 
I fear and reverence you, Father, and serve you faithfully with all my heart. I meditate on the great things you have done for me. I give thanks to you, and call upon your name. And I make known your deeds.  You are my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in you, and I am helped. My heart is full of praise for you, and with my song I give thanks to you. 
You enrich me in every way so that I can be generous in all things, and this overflow of generosity produces praise and thanksgiving to you. 
I enter your gates with thanksgiving and your courts with praise. I give you my thanks and praise your name. For you are good, and your love endures forever. Your faithfulness continues through all generations. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Thessalonians 5:16-18; 2 Corinthians 4:15; Colossians 3:15; Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Chronicles 16:34; Psalm 107:1; Psalm 9:1; Psalm 95:2-3; Psalm 69:30; 2 Corinthians 2:14; Colossians 3:16-17; Ephesians 5:20; James 1:17; 2 Corinthians 9:15; Colossians 4:2; Colossians 2:6; 1 Timothy 4:4-5; 1 Samuel 12:24; 1 Chronicles 16:8; Psalm 28:7; Corinthians 9:11; Psalm 100:4-5

Episode 397: Forgiveness

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Forgiveness
I do not retell stories of offenses, but I let love cover them. Repeating the matter will separate even the closest of friends. 
I am kind and compassionate to others, and forgive just as in Christ you forgave me. 
If I do not forgive the sins of others, I am guilty of committing a perpetual sin, that cannot be forgiven. So I forgive others who sin against me so that you also will forgive me, Father. 
If I come before you in prayer and you reveal unforgiveness in me,  I will stop and seek forgiveness right then and there, so that I may also receive forgiveness from you. 
I am patient with others and do not hold onto any grievances. 
I humble myself in prayer to you. I seek your face and turn from my wicked ways. And you hear me, Father. My sins have already been forgiven -- even before I committed them. And by the stripes of Jesus, I am healed. 
I forgive, because I have been forgiven. 
I will forgive 70 times 7, or however many times I need to. Just as you put no limits on the forgiveness you have freely given me, I will not withhold forgiveness from my brothers or sisters who sin against me. 
I do not try to conceal my mistakes, Father, but I confess them and renounce them, and I find mercy. 
You are forgiving and good, abounding in love to all who call to you. 
Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of his people? You do not stay angry but delight to show mercy. 
Through Jesus, I have received forgiveness of my sins. I believe in him, and I am set free from every sin -- not through my own works under the law, which is impossible for me to keep, but through your tender mercy and lovingkindness. 
He is the atoning sacrifice for my sins, and not only for mine but also for the sins of the whole world. 
You are gracious and compassionate. You did not turn your face from me when I returned to you. 
I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I confessed my transgressions to you, and you forgave the guilt of my sin. 
I have been redeemed through the blood of Jesus, my sins have been forgiven in accordance with the riches of your grace. 
My sins have been wiped out, and you send times of refreshing to quicken my soul. 
You are merciful and freely pardon. 
I am blessed for my transgressions are forgiven and my sins are covered. 
Not only forgiven, but forgotten. You don't remember them anymore. 
Though my sins were like scarlet, you made them white as snow. Though they were red as crimson, you made them like wool. 
You rescued me from the dominion of darkness and brought me into the kingdom of the Son you love, in whom I have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. 
You tread my sins underfoot and hurl all my iniquities into the depths of the sea. 
So be it. 
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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Proverbs 17:9; Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 6:14; Mark 11:25; Colossians 3:13; 2 Chronicles 7:14; Luke 6:37; Matthew 18:21-22; Proverbs 28:13; Psalm 86:5; Micah 7:18; Acts 13:38-39; 1 John 2:2; 2 Chronicles 30:9; Psalm 32:5; Ephesians 1:7; Acts 3:19; Isaiah 55:7; Psalm 32:1; Hebrews 8:12; Isaiah 1:18; Colossians 1:13-14; Micah 7:19

Episode 396: Rest

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Rest
Your presence goes with me, Father, and you give me rest. I both lie down and sleep in peace, because you alone make me dwell in safety. Because you are my shepherd, I lack nothing. You give me rest in lush green pastures. You lead me beside still waters. You restore and refresh me. You are the strength of my heart and my portion forever. 
I do not labor in vain, because you are the one who builds my future. You watch over me. I do not eat the bread of anxious toil, getting up early and going to bed late. I am your beloved, and you give me restful sleep. 
You are the everlasting God, Creator of the ends of the earth. You do not faint or grow weary. You give me power when I am weary, you increase my strength. I do not fall exhausted. I wait on you, Father, and you renew me. I mount up with wings like an eagle. I run and don't grow weary. I walk and don't faint. You satisfy my soul when it is weary, and you replenish me. 
When the burdens and labor of this world become heavy, I come to you, Father, and you give me rest. I take your yoke upon me and learn from you. You are gentle and in you I find rest for my soul. Your yoke is easy and your burden is light. 
You give me your peace. Not the peace of the world which comes and goes like waves tossed by the wind, but a sure and steadfast peace. I do not let my heart be troubled and I am unafraid. For I rest in you. 
Though there is tribulation in this world, I take heart, because you have overcome the world, and in you I have peace and rest. Your peace, which surpasses all understanding, guards my heart and my mind in Christ Jesus. So I take all of my anxieties and cast them on you, because you care for me. 
You invite me to get away by myself to a desolate place and to rest. This was the example Jesus gave. He frequently went away by himself to spend time in your presence. 
So I come before you and I am still. I wait patiently for you. I don't fret myself over the one who prospers in his way or over those who do evil. I simply rest in your presence. I take the time to be still and to know that you are God. And I exalt you, Father. For you alone my soul waits in silence; my salvation comes from you. 
You gave me the example of working and then resting from my work, Father. You created the earth and everything in it in six days and then rested on the seventh day. Your blessing is upon a day of rest. You call it holy. It is a day to honor you and all you have done for me. It is a day to rest from my labor and be refreshed. It is a day of delight. I take delight in you, Father, and you make me ride on the heights of the earth. You feed me with the heritage of your covenant. 
No matter what the circumstances, in seed time and harvest, you have provided a day of rest for me. In returning and rest I shall be saved; in quietness and trust I find my strength. The sabbath was made for me. When I enter into your rest, I rest from my works just as you did from yours. So Father, I strive to enter into that rest. 
I listen to you and follow your word, Father, and I dwell secure and at ease, without dread of disaster. Fear and reverence of you leads to life, and I rest satisfied; I am not visited by harm. 
I work hard and my sleep is sweet. You keep me in perfect peace, Father, because my mind is stayed on you. I trust in you. I follow your words and seek your ancient paths where the good way is. I walk in it, and find rest for my soul. 
The promise of entering your rest still stands. I listen intently to your word. I mix it with faith and apply it to my life, and it benefits me in every way possible. I believe, and I enter into your rest. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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Exodus 33:14; Psalm 4:8; Psalm 23:1-2; Psalm 73:26; Psalm 127:1-2; Isaiah 40:28-31; Jeremiah 31:25; Matthew 11:28-30; John 14:27; John 16:33; Philippians 4:7; 1 Peter 5:7; Mark 6:31; Psalm 37:7; Psalm 46:10; Psalm 62:1; Genesis 2:2-3; Exodus 20:8-11; Exodus 23:12; Isaiah 58:13-14; Exodus 34:21; Isaiah 30:15; Mark 2:27; Hebrews 4:9-11; Proverbs 1:33; Proverbs 19:23; Ecclesiastes 5:12; Isaiah 26:3; Jeremiah 6:16; Hebrews 4:1-3

Episode 395: Self-Control

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Self-Control
Father, you have given me a spirit, not of fear, but of power and love and self-control. 
If I lacked self-control, I would be like a city that has been broken into and left without walls. 
I am hospitable, a lover of good, self-controlled, upright, holy, and disciplined. 
I know that as the end of all things draws near, it is even more important to exercise self-control, to be sober-minded, and to spend time in prayer. I know that a lack of self-control gives the enemy a foothold through which to tempt me. So, I discipline my body and keep it under control. As an obedient child, I am not conformed to the passions of my former ignorance. 
I am sober-minded and watchful, because I know that my adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 
I know how to control my body in holiness and honor. I know that there is a place and a purpose for anger. But I do not stay in it or let the sun go down on my anger. I can be angry and not sin. 
My anger doesn't produce righteousness. Being slow to anger is better than being mighty, and ruling my spirit is better than conquering a city. I show wisdom when I quietly hold my spirit back rather than "venting". 
I never try to avenge myself. I leave that to you. You are just and you right all wrongs, Father.  
Self-control is a fruit of your Spirit. As I keep my focus on you, and follow your ways, it comes naturally to me. I put on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make no provision for my flesh to gratify its desires. I do not set my mind on the things of the flesh, but I live according to the Spirit and I set my mind on the things of the Spirit. 
I remain standing through the test and you place the crown of life upon my head. I remain steadfast, and I am blessed.  
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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2 Timothy 1:7; Proverbs 25:28; Titus 1:8; 1 Peter 4:7; 1 Corinthians 7:5; 1 Corinthians 9:27; 1 Peter 1:14; 1 Peter 5:8; 1 Thessalonians 4:4; Ephesians 4:26; James 1:20; Proverbs 16:32; Proverbs 29:11; Romans 12:19; Galatians 5:23; Romans 13:14; Romans 8:5; James 1:12

Episode 394: Gentleness

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Gentleness
Gentleness is one of the fruits of your Spirit, Father, your Spirit that dwells within me. I don't have to try to develop it. I only need to let it happen. It's the natural outcome. 
I live a life worthy of your calling, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for others in love. I make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. 
I know that a gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. So, I let my gentle spirit be known to all men. 
I am not quarrelsome, but am kind to all. I am able to teach and patient when wronged. With gentleness, I correct those who are in opposition so that they might come into repentance and a revelation of the knowledge of your truth. For you desire that all people would come to their senses and escape from the snare of the devil, who holds them captive to do his will. I deal gently with the ignorant and misguided, since I myself am also beset with weakness. 
If one of my brothers or sisters is caught in any trespass, it is my responsibility to restore them in a spirit of gentleness; looking also to myself so that I will not be tempted. 
I am kind to others, tender-hearted, forgiving them, just as you have also forgiven me in Christ. 
I take your yoke upon me and I learn from you. You are gentle and humble in heart and in you I find rest for my soul. 
As your chosen one, holy and dearly loved, I cloth myself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Your blessing is on the gentle, Father. They will inherit the earth. 
In my heart, I revere Christ as Lord. I am always prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks me to give the reason for the hope that I have. I do this with gentleness and respect. 
I am subject to rulers and authorities, I am obedient and ready to do whatever is good. I slander no one, and am peaceable and considerate, always gentle toward everyone. 
I love others as brothers and sisters, and I show hospitality to strangers. I know that in so doing, I may show hospitality to angels without knowing it. 
I walk in love and with a gentle spirit. I flee from evil, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness. And I fight the good fight of the faith. 
I am not overly concerned with my outward appearance, but rather with that of my inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in your sight. 
You are like a shepherd tending your flock. You gather me in your arms and carry me in your bosom. You gently lead me. 
Your wisdom, Father, is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, reasonable, full of mercy and good fruits, unwavering, and without hypocrisy. 
I listen for your voice, Father. It does not come like a great and powerful wind, or in an earthquake, or a raging fire, but as a gentle whisper that stirs in my soul. Your consolations are enough for me, words spoken gently to me. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing. 
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Galatians 5:23; Ephesians 4:1-3; Proverbs 15:1; Philippians 4:5; 2 Timothy 2:24-26; Hebrews 5:2; Galatians 6:1; Ephesians 4:32; Matthew 11:29; Colossians 3:12; Matthew 5:5; 1 Peter 3:15; Titus 3:1-2; Hebrews 13:1-2; 1 Corinthians 4:21; 1 Timothy 6:11-12; 1 Peter 3:3-4; Isaiah 40:11; James 3:17; 1 Kings 19:11-12; Job 15:11

Episode 393: Faithfulness

Today's Prayer Meditation is on Faithfulness
Father, you are faithful. What you have called me to do, you will also bring it to pass. You keep your covenant and your lovingkindness to a thousand generations of those who love you and keep your commandments. 
Even when I am faithless, you remain faithful, for that is who and what you are, and you cannot deny yourself. My unbelief cannot nullify your faithfulness. You are not human that you should lie or change your mind. You speak and then act; you promise and you fulfill your promises. So I hold fast to the confession of my hope and do not waver, for you are faithful to your promises. You are good. Your lovingkindness is everlasting, and your faithfulness extends to all generations. You established the earth, and it stands. Your word is true and all of your work is done in faithfulness. Your lovingkindness, O Lord, extends to the heavens, and your faithfulness reaches to the skies. 
Father, I will be faithful with the small things so that you can trust me with the greater things. For those who are faithful in a very little thing are faithful also in much. I am trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, so that you know I will be faithful with the true riches. 
You cover me with your feathers and give me refuge under your wings. Your faithfulness is my shield and protection. You are my God; I exalt you and give thanks to your name, for you have worked wonders. Plans you formed long ago, you work through with perfect faithfulness. 
Your faithfulness surrounds You. I declare your lovingkindness in the morning and your faithfulness by night. 
I thank you, and my Lord Jesus Christ, who has strengthened me, because he considered me faithful, and put me into his service. You have given me a trust, and I will prove faithful.  
I do not make haste to be rich, but I am faithful and I abound with blessings. I am faithful in every circumstance. I have learned in whatever situation I am in to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. And I can do all things through you, because you strengthen me.  I commit myself to you, my faithful Creator, and to your will and I continue to do good. I fix my thoughts on Jesus, my apostle and high priest. He was faithful to you, Father, to the purpose you appointed him -- even to death on the cross. 
I am your faithful one, and I know that you love me, and will not forsake me. You hold success in store for me, you are my shield, you guard my course and protect my way. Your steadfast love never ceases; your mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.  
I trust in you and do not falter. Test me, Father, and try me, examine my heart and my mind; for I am always mindful of your unfailing love and I live in reliance on your faithfulness. Faithfulness is a fruit of your Spirit that dwells within me.  
You show yourself faithful with the faithful, and blameless with the blameless.  
Father, help me to walk faithfully with you like Enoch and Noah of old. 
So be it.
Until next time, be blessed and be a blessing.
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1 Thessalonians 5:24; Deuteronomy 7:9; 2 Timothy 2:13; Romans 3:3; Numbers 23:19; Hebrews 10:23; Psalm 100:5; Psalm 119:90; Psalm 36:5; Psalm 33:4; Matthew 25:2; Luke 16:10; Psalm 91:4; Isaiah 25:1; Psalm 89:8; Psalm 92:2; 1 Timothy 1:12; 1 Corinthians 4:2; Proverbs 28:20; Philippians 4:11-13; 1 Peter 4:19; Hebrews 3:1-2; Psalm 37:28-29; Proverbs 2:7-8; Lamentations 3:22–23; Psalm 26:1-3;  Galatians 5:22-23; Psalm 18:25; Genesis 5:24; Genesis 6:9