Prayer Psalm: 21 Prayer Point. This psalm looks forward to the coming of King Jesus. It is he who will return to destroy evil and establish his eternal kingdom upon the earth. As we watch the news and struggle through our lives, use this psalm to build your hope and to pray, "your kingdom come, …
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Prayer Psalm: 141 Prayer Point. While external threats exist, our most dangerous enemy is the one within. The psalmist prays for protection in three areas: his mouth, his heart and his pride. Are any of these areas a problem for you? Pray today that God will protect you from your own sinful nature. Matthew 9:27-34 Pray. Ask …
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Prayer Psalm: 134 Prayer Point. Psalm 134 was a prayer blessing the priests who served on the temple's night watch, preparing the sacrifices for the next day. We too have brothers and sisters on the other side of the globe who serve God while we sleep. Use this psalm to pray that God will bless …
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Prayer Psalm: 128 Prayer Point. Why do we struggle to follow Jesus? Because we don't believe that obedience is the path to fulfillment. Confess your sins to God today and pray for the faith to believe the promises that are given in this psalm. Matthew 9:9-17 Pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you understand what …
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Prayer Psalm: 124 Prayer Point. Let's face it. We assume that safety, food in our refrigerator, health and our homes are a given. Psalm 124 reminds us where we would be without God. Take time today to thank God for the things we too often take for granted. Matthew 9:1-8 Pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to …
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Prayer Psalm: 106 Prayer Point. I can’t read this psalm without hearing of the voice of the crucified thief pleading with Jesus, “remember me when you come into your kingdom.” Like us, he was a sinner in need to God's forgiveness. Psalm 106 speaks of Israel’s sins, but what are yours? Confess them to God …
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Prayer Psalm: 145 Prayer Point. Psalm 145 gives us a number of reasons that God is worthy of praise. Pick one or two that resonate with you and use them to worship God. Pray that these things will be remembered and passed on to our children. Luke 7:11-17 Pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to help you understand …
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Prayer Psalm: 33 Prayer Point. Psalm 33 praises God because he is our creator, sustainer, protector and savior. How have you experienced God in these ways? Remember them and worship God in response then pray for the faith to trust God as you face the problems of today. Matthew 8:18-27 Pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to help …
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Prayer Psalm: 107 Prayer Point. "Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever." Psalm 107 gives us numerous examples of the love and faithfulness of God. Meditate on one of the examples that resonates with you and offer God a prayer of thanks. Matthew 8:1-17 Pray. Ask the Holy Spirit to help …
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Prayer Psalm: 105 Prayer Point. Romans 1 tells us that our sin is rooted in our failure to recognize God and give thanks to him. We are often ungrateful because we forget what he has done for us. Psalm 105 recounts what God did for Israel, but what has God done for you? Take note of …
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