Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers

By Laura Maser

"Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you,"  -- Matthew 6:33 (NKJV)

When we look at the context of this Scripture, the Apostle Matthew referenced basically all our earthly needs, what you wear, what you will eat, what you drink, all you need for your life on earth. But what does that have to do with Spiritual Discipline?

Maybe you are new to the faith, and you did not grow up in a family of believers. Or maybe you have not enjoyed clear direction for your spiritual journey. Or maybe you are seeking the Lord in a new season, and you long to hear from Him in a new way. And it is possible that you have been on your faith journey for a long time, leading others, and you hit a dry spell. That's ok! In fact, our Lord, Abba Father, reminds us that He has created a desire in our hearts to know Him and grow in the knowledge of Him, to feel His presence, and to hear His voice. 

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“… train yourself in godliness, for the training of the body has a limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” -- 1 Timothy 4:7-8 (HCSB)

Lord, thank you for your desire to spend time with me. Help me to be intentional by finding a place and time to practice the spiritual disciplines you’ve commanded. I want to live according to the Spirit and not by my flesh. In You, I find my strength. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.

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By  Stacey Barkley

“… train yourself in godliness, for the training of the body has a limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” -- 1 Timothy 4:7-8 (HCSB)

When my children were little, I was disciplined in keeping a tight schedule. If I didn’t, they’d become cranky. We ate at specific times and had an iron clad bedtime. Their schedule was important so they would grow strong and healthy. It was necessary for my well-being, as well. I needed to make sure I had downtime along with time for my husband and me to reconnect after a long day.

Don’t we all schedule what is important and beneficial to us? Even though my children are grown, I am still disciplined in keeping appointments and events scheduled. I also eat and go to bed around the same time each day. It would not go well if I continuously skipped a bedtime or multiple meals. So, why is it difficult to discipline myself to schedule time with God? I always have good intentions, however, before I know it, the night is gone and I’ve not spent any time with Him.

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Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. - Psalm 100:1

Heavenly Father, I thank you so much for being in my life and allowing me to wander from being self-disciplined every so often. And in those moments, that I am being undisciplined I ask that you would give me a gentle nudge to steer me into the joy you have for me. Help me to see the little things in life that will bring me joy in happiness. Please draw me closer to you in these moments. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen.

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By Deb Gorman

Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Psalm 100:1 NIV

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Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. - Hebrews 13:2

Father, I can get caught in the hurt of a harsh word and am so tired from the world’s newest tragedy. Will You open my eyes to see more of where You are at work? Let Your Spirit encourage my heart and help me see those around me like You see, so I may live out of a fullness only You can give. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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By Sarah Freymuth

Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. - Hebrews 13:2 

Have you ever looked a stranger in the eyes and had a sense that you’ve seen a bit of the supernatural in them? Maybe it was in passing conversation on the subway, or in a grateful return of dollar bills that fell out of their wallet in front of you, or when you held a door open and caught a grateful smile. This passing moment of connection showed something sacred, if we pause to acknowledge it as such.

Do we count our days as sacred, and each conversation as intentional?

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“Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival as usual. After the celebration was over, they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn’t miss him at first, because they assumed he was among the other travelers. But when he didn’t show up that evening, they started looking for him among their relatives and friends. When they couldn’t find him, they went back to Jerusalem to search for him there. Three days later they finally discovered him in the Temple, sitting among the religious teachers, listening to them and asking questions” –Luke 2: 41-46 (NLT)

Lord, we’re grateful you’re never far from us. Even when we run away, hide, or forget you, you never leave or abandon us. You live within. And we’re grateful for the gift of your Spirit. Help us remember the power of your presence in our lives and call on you daily. Not just when we’re in need, but in daily practice of remembering who you are and what you’ve done for us. In Jesus’ Name. Amen. 

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By Amber Ginter

“Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival as usual. After the celebration was over, they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn’t miss him at first, because they assumed he was among the other travelers. But when he didn’t show up that evening, they started looking for him among their relatives and friends. When they couldn’t find him, they went back to Jerusalem to search for him there. Three days later they finally discovered him in the Temple, sitting among the religious teachers, listening to them and asking questions” –Luke 2: 41-46 (NLT)

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"So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." - 2 Corinthians 4:18 

Father in Heaven, I want to be aware of you in every moment and every circumstance of my day. Please open my eyes to see how you are working in my life today. Help me not to be afraid but to take comfort knowing you are with me. In Jesus's name, Amen.

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