Jarvis Kingston

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Your Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 8:3-4
Good and upright is the LORD Therefore will he teach sinners in the way. Psalm 25:8

DEVOTION
Based on Psalm 25
In tonight’s psalm, David comes before God in complete honesty, saying he is “lonely and afflicted” (v.16). Those are feelings to which we can all relate. But in reality, we are never alone. The Lord’s compassion and faithful love are with us every moment of every day and night. Because of this, we can find the rest we need as we dwell in His presence.

As you close your eyes and turn from the events of the day, breathe in His breath of life, and breathe out the stresses you carry. Turn your heart and mind toward Jesus and rest in His arms. Relinquish your burdens to Him. Listen for His voice of love toward you. In Him, you can put your trust and know you are safe in His care.
A.C.T.S. REFLECTION
ADORATION:
Allow God’s goodness to seep into your soul; feel His love come over you. Worship Him for His faithful love; bask in His presence and peace. Rest in knowing that He is God, and He is watching over you.

CONFESSION:
Think through your day and acknowledge any sins that come to mind, asking God to forgive you. Pray for Him to take away your guilt and shame.

THANKSGIVING:
Thank God for being trustworthy and for bringing you hope. Thank Him for being your Redeemer and giving you good gifts. Thank Him for the times He has protected you and delivered you.

SUPPLICATION:
Heavenly Father, teach me Your ways and guide me on a secure path where I will be safe. I want to hear Your voice and be in the center of Your will for my life. Be my refuge and strength, an ever-present help in my times of need. Help me to remember the unending love You have for me and that I can rest in it with my whole heart. I praise You and give You glory. Amen.

We must depend on prayer because our mission depends on miracles. Prayer is not preparation for the battle. It is the battle.

PRAYER
“When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars, which you have ordained; what is man, that you think of him? What is the son of man, that you care for him?”
PSALM 8:3-4
O Lord, my God, how majestic is Your name. Your glory is clearly shown in the heavens' expanse and the earth's beauty. Who am I, Lord, that You even listen to my prayers? Who am I that You would bend down to bless, teach, and love me? You hold the universe in the span of Your hand. You command seas to rise with the tide and mountains to crumble under their own weight. You are truly majestic! I am grateful for Your powerful presence and steadfast love in my life. I pray that You would give me childlike wonder when considering Your creation and character. As I rest, give me a sense of awe at just how magnificent You are. In Jesus’ mighty name, I pray, Amen.

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Your Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 33:12
If I were hungry I would not tell thee For the world is mine and the fullness therof. Psalm 50:12

DEVOTION
Based on Psalm 50
When someone gives us a gift, it’s only natural to express gratitude for their kindness and thoughtfulness. So as each day draws to a close, we have the opportunity to slow down, look around, and reflect on all that God has given us. No matter what type of day you’ve had, there is reason for rejoicing. He says, “For the world and everything in it is Mine” (Psalm 50:12 CSB). This includes you and the bless­ings He’s provided for your life.

Take a deep breath and release the trials of the day. Praise Him for His gifts and His justice. Praising God pleases Him and helps us listen for His tender whispers of love in return. Tonight, let’s commit ourselves to the Lord as we experience His hope and peace as we lie down to rest.
A.C.T.S. REFLECTION
ADORATION:
This psalm talks about honoring God with an offering.
As you think about the ways God has worked in your life, can you offer your life to Him once more? Lay down your life at His feet and find rest in your commitment to the Lord.

CONFESSION:
Acknowledge any unconfessed sin before the Lord and ask for His forgiveness. Ask Him to help you love Him and obey Him. Ask Him to teach you what it means to follow Him.

THANKSGIVING:
Praise the Lord for His righteousness, for His mercy and justice. Praise Him for His love and forgiveness. Thank Him for the blessings He has given you and for the times He has helped you and delivered you.

SUPPLICATION:
Father, thank You for Your presence, Your creation, Your loving-kindness, and Your provision. All that I have is Yours; may I always remember this. I am grateful for Your joy and peace. They fill my heart and cover me through this night. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

PRAYER
“Blessed is the nation whose God is The Lord, the people whom he has chosen for his own inheritance.”
PSALM 33:12
Lord, tonight I pray that You would settle me in Your timing. I know everything happens in Your timing and on Your terms. Creation thumps and beats to Your heartbeat. Help me to march in that same rhythm. Give me a healthy fear of Your majesty and awe of Your greatness so I might walk humbly through this life. You frustrate the plans of prideful people and swallow up the endeavors of evildoers. Keep me in a fearful reverence of You so that I can share in the beautiful inheritance of Jesus. I want to wait and pause in preparation for Your providential movement. I trust You, and I love You. And it’s in Your Son’s Holy Name, I pray, Amen

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Your Nightly Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 32:8
Man that is in honor and understands not is like the beasts that perish. Psalm 49:20

DEVOTION
Based on Psalm 49
The Bible reminds us that riches on earth are temporary, but the riches we store in heaven are eternal (see Matthew 6:19-21). But what does this mean? As you prepare for your quiet time with God, look around at all the possessions you hold dear.

Now try to imagine how these pale in comparison to the eternal treasures waiting for you in heaven, where you will be face-to-face with God. Tonight, put your hope and trust in the things of God rather than in the things of this world.

A.C.T.S. REFLECTION
ADORATION:
In our world, many wealthy people are praised and exalted because of their personal accomplishments and worldly success. But the Bible warns us not to value worldly treasures. The psalmist beautifully reminds us that we will all face death and decay, but those who put their trust in the Lord will be redeemed and restored for eternity. What a gift! As you put your hope and trust in the Lord, exalt Him for the bright future you have with Him.

CONFESSION:
Think of a time when you put too much value on material possessions and worldly wealth. Confess any times when you served money over God. Ask for His forgiveness and ask for His help in guarding your heart and mind from the temptations of this world.

THANKSGIVING:
Praise the Lord for the way God has provided for you. Take a moment to thank Him for the material ways He has blessed you while remembering that your possessions are secondary to the contentment and joy you can find in Him.

SUPPLICATION:
Lord, help me to keep money and material possessions secondary to You. Please deliver me from the temptation to focus on and serve my possessions rather than You. Help me to be content and generous with what You provide and to focus on building heavenly treasures rather than earthly wealth. Thank You for Your promise of an eternal home with You! In Jesus’ name. Amen.

PRAYER
“I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you shall go. I will counsel you with my eye on you.”
PSALM 32:8
Mighty God, You have blessed me with the ultimate gift of forgiveness. No prize, profit, or person could ever replace You and Your matchless grace. The blood of the Lamb has covered my sins, and I walk victoriously in this life because You have redeemed me. I want to continually live a conquering life by keeping Your commandments. Tonight, as the darkness of the night drapes over the land, I want to ponder the darkness in my own heart. I want to be wholeheartedly convicted of my sin, convinced of Your love, and comforted by Your forgiveness. Do mighty work in me before I sleep. Relieve me of anxiety. Counsel me and teach me Your ways so I can live in victory. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 Psalm 31:14
We have thought of thy loving kindness, O God, In the midst of thy temple.
Psalm 48:9

DEVOTION
Based on Psalm 48
The whole earth is His, and it blesses Him! As you transition from the day into the evening, may you gain inspiration from the way the earth turns to God in worship, love, and praise. Clear your mind and release your fears, worries, and doubts to God. Lie still and imagine a beautiful city filled with the glory of the Lord, fortified with His strength.

Like this beautiful city, the Lord is within you, protecting and sustain­ ing you; He is your fortress. Ask Him to inscribe His Word on your heart so that you can carry His truth and love with you into the night. You can rest knowing He is watching over you throughout the night.
A.C.T.S. REFLECTION
ADORATION:
Rest in His presence, knowing you are safe and secure in Him. Rejoice in His righteousness. Know His Word will never die, and His love will never fail. Thank Him for who He is.

CONFESSION:
Think of a time when your complaints and doubt toward God outnumbered your praise. Confess this to Him now and ask Him to continually remind you of who He is and who you are to Him-beloved.

THANKSGIVING:
Praise the Lord for His strength and power. Praise Him for the times He has protected you and the love He has for you.

SUPPLICATION:
Father, I look to You now and praise You from deep within my heart; goodness is too great to fathom. Create in me the daily habit of reading Your Word. May I turn to You for guidance, protection, discernment, and truth. Help me to rest in Your perfect peace tonight as I remember and dwell on Your faithfulness to me. In Jesus name, I pray. Amen.

PRAYER
“But I trust in you, The Lord. I said, 'You are my God.'”
PSALM 31:14
Dear Lord, You are my refuge and place of peace. For Your namesake, deliver me! Incline Your ear and answer me speedily. Lord, I feel like a refugee, wandering and aimless in a land of uncertainty. Be my rock and fortress, Lord God, and let me not be put to shame. I want to run this race well and glorify Your name! By Your abundant goodness and glorious grace, grant me ears to hear Your voice and eyes to see Your face. I will wait on You. I will trust You. I will bless You all of my days. Tonight I ask for peace. Comfort me in Your presence and drape me in a blanket of Your love. Envelop me with relief, and restore me so I may praise You in the morning. In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 John 9:25
Spiritual vision brings clarity that the eyes cannot provide.

Today’s daily devotional focuses on Jesus healing a man born blind. The disciples assumed the man's blindness was due to sin, but Jesus clarified it was for God's glory. After being healed, the man bravely testified before the Pharisees, revealing their spiritual blindness.
STORY
Bible in a Year: Blind at Birth
Scripture
Jesus answered, Neither hath this man sinned, nor his parents: but that the works of God should be made manifest in him.

John 9:3
Have you ever faced a situation where others misunderstood your struggles?

In John 9, Jesus encounters a man who had been blind from birth. The disciples, reflecting common beliefs of the time, assumed his blindness was a punishment for sin. Jesus, however, corrected their misunderstanding, explaining that the man's condition was an opportunity to display God's power and works.

How often do you find yourself misjudging others' circumstances?

Jesus' healing of the blind man is a great demonstration of His power and compassion. After the miracle, the man was brought before the Pharisees, who were determined to discredit Jesus. Despite intense questioning, the healed man stood firm, declaring that only someone truly good could perform such a miracle. His bold testimony highlighted the Pharisees' spiritual blindness and their refusal to acknowledge the truth of Jesus' divinity.

Do you have the courage to stand firm in your faith, even when questioned or doubted by others?

The formerly blind man's unwavering stance before the Pharisees challenges us to examine our own faith and willingness to testify to God's work in our lives. His experience teaches us that physical sight is not as crucial as spiritual vision. Recognizing and proclaiming Jesus' work in our lives requires faith, courage, and the willingness to face opposition.

What can you do to strengthen your spiritual vision?

Reflecting on this story, we are encouraged to look beyond physical circumstances and see God's hand at work. Jesus calls us to understand deeper truths and stand firm in our faith, even when others question or misunderstand us. By doing so, we can help others see the light of Christ through our testimony and actions.
REFLECTION
Reflect on areas in your life where you may be quick to judge others' struggles. Are there misconceptions or misunderstandings you need to address?

Take time to pray for spiritual insight and ask God to help you see His work in every situation. Embrace opportunities to testify to God's goodness, even when faced with doubt or opposition.

As you go about your week, strive to look beyond the surface and seek God's purpose in every circumstance.

When God’s people pray, the Lord listens and answers. We live in troubled times. God’s providential hand on our nation is needed now. Together, let’s pray!

PRAYER
“He answered and said, Whether he be a sinner or no, I know not: one thing I know, that, whereas I was blind, now I see.”
JOHN 9:25
Jesus as You move in my life, I understand that there are people who are bent on trying to hold to my past condition. However, because it is You who has healed me and has transformed me I will stand boldly and proclaim Your truth even if it means I may be thrown out of certain circles and relationships. I declare that You came so that the blind can see and receive a new life. So that those who are focused on traditions will be silenced because You value faith, and a humble and contrite heart before pride and ego. Thank You for opening my eyes Jesus! Thank You for taking the time to sit and talk with me when I've felt thrown out and abandoned by those close to me. Through Your power Jesus I now walk with a new vision and a new outlook on life! I once was blind but now I see and I have You to thank for it Lord! In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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Another church note from Jen Deleon !

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Your Daily Prayer 🙏🏾 John 8:7
Love is strongest when it forgives.

Today’s daily devotional highlights Jesus defending a woman caught in adultery. The Pharisees tried to trap Jesus, but He responded by asking those without sin to cast the first stone. They left, and Jesus forgave the woman, showing His mercy and grace.
STORY
Bible in a Year: You Without Sin Cast the First Stone
Scripture
So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

John 8:7
Have you ever found yourself quick to judge others while overlooking your own faults?

The story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery is a powerful reminder of the importance of mercy and self-reflection. The Pharisees, seeking to trap Jesus, brought the woman to Him, citing the Law of Moses, which demanded her death by stoning. Instead of falling into their trap, Jesus turned the situation around by challenging the accusers to consider their own sinfulness.

Do you find it challenging to offer forgiveness when it feels like justice should prevail?

Jesus’ response to the Pharisees highlights the importance of self-awareness and humility. By asking the one without sin to cast the first stone, He exposed the hypocrisy of the accusers. This act not only saved the woman’s life but also prompted the Pharisees to confront their own imperfections.

How often do you reflect on your own shortcomings before judging others?

When the accusers left, Jesus spoke words of forgiveness and hope to the woman, telling her to "go and sin no more." This encounter shows that while Jesus does not condone sin, He offers grace and the opportunity for repentance and transformation.

What steps can you take to embody Jesus’ example of mercy and forgiveness?

Reflecting on this story, we learn the value of compassion over condemnation. In our interactions with others, especially when they fall short, we should remember our own need for grace. By doing so, we create a more compassionate and understanding community, reflecting the love of Christ.
REFLECTION
Consider the areas in your life where you may be quick to judge others. Are there situations where you need to offer forgiveness instead of condemnation?

Take time to pray for a heart of compassion and understanding, asking God to help you see others through His eyes.

When God’s people pray, the Lord listens and answers. We live in troubled times. God’s providential hand on our nation is needed now. Together, let’s pray!

PRAYER
“So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.”
JOHN 8:7
Renew, refresh, restart, these are the words that come to mind as I meditate on John 7:1–8:12. When I am in a moment of remorse when I've made a mistake I will remember your commands. When I allow You to take control of my situation, Jesus, through Your power and in Your knowledge, You give me the opportunity to have my situation altered for the better. It doesn't matter what my punishment should be, when You alter a situation You have the ability to delete the sin in my life so that I can have a fresh restart like the woman in today's story. Thank You that whoever is trying to ridicule and parade my mistake around publicly You will silence so that they walk away and reflect on the grace that they've been given as well. Let this fresh restart be the starting point of a repentant heart, remove any sin or hindrances within my life that would move me backwards instead of forward into the glorious future You have for me. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

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