Morning Psalm and Prayer

Praise God - Jesus took our sin debt and nailed it to the cross! The loving and forgiving nature of God is emphasized in this psalm -- and so it foreshadows Jesus sacrifice on the cross for our sins. Bless the Lord! Put your hope in Him!

Have you thought about the power of words? Specifically, have you thought about the power of blessing? Offering or withholding blessing was a big deal in the pages of scripture. Pray for discernment before offering or withholding blessing.

God's blessings on your home is among the best of all blessings. This psalm tells how to receive it. This psalm also mentions God's care and love for the Holy City, Jerusalem.

The home is the foundational unit of society, by God's design. No wonder the evil one tries so hard to disrupt and destroy families. Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who builds it. There is a quality of life that only the Lord can bring to a home. I pray that every believing family would be careful to invite Him in daily.

There is a law of sowing and reaping. You reap what you sow. Jesus Himself spoke of sowing the word of God and reaping a harvest of souls. Bless your people with a heart for the lost and empower them to share the good news of the gospel.

The Lord surrounds His people even as the mountains surround Jerusalem. Think of that! You are surrounded -- by the love and goodness of God Himself! That's true for every moment of this day and every day for people who follow Jesus. This psalm ends with a reminder to pray for peace in Israel.

Against all odds, the nation of Israel has survived many attacks by vicious foe. Even today they suffer attack. Yet Your hand continues to see them through. As believers, we too have been given a miraculous escape from death through the shed blood of Jesus Christ our Lord. Bless His name today!

Jesus purchased His people at the cost of His blood. He brought us into His family and will welcome us into His home. Unlike arrogant masters, our Master is loving and merciful. Praise Him!

Jerusalem is God's Holy City. Yet it has continually been under siege. God instructs us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem -- and promises blessing for those who pray for Jerusalem and seek its prosperity.

We all need help in this life. Where does our help come from? Our help comes from the maker of heaven and earth - nothing is too difficult for Him! Look to Him today. Be confident and comforted by the fact that God is always watching out for you.