Early morning prayer is a great way to start ones day. It is setting time aside to spend with God and seek His guidance and blessings before being consumed by our daily activities. Jesús did it, so should we.

For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23. May we examine our actions and attitudes and humbly admit that we all need a Savior.

When a person comes to know the Lord in the pardoning of his sins, there is a party in heaven. GOD celebrates us when we return to Him. He forgives our sins, lavishes his grace upon us and restores our identity.

Fathers sometimes do not get good reviews. However, this episode is about a loving father. Although his son left home and basically wasted his life, he longed for him to come back. When he did he showered him with much love. The son received an extravagant welcome home. That is how our heavenly Father deals with us. It does not matter how far we had strayed and how we had sinned, we can always go back home.

Have you strayed from God, living in a state of moral decay and rebellion? It is time to come to your senses. God is waiting for you to return home. Your Heavenly Father has his arms outstretched. Those arms are filled with love. There is no voice of condemnation or accusation. He just wants you to come home.

Are you curious about the things of God? Your curiosity can be the gateway to unearthing great things about Him. If you seek Him with all your heart and feel after Him, I can assure you that you will find Him. Turn aside and see what God is saying to you today! H. Staple-Reid

The word of God gives light and understanding. The challenge today is to read the Bible for at least 15 minutes each day. God will speak to us through his word as we draw closer to Him.

We are valuable to God, so valuable that He sent His son Jesus Christ to die on the cross for us. There Jesus took the penalty of sin, sacrificed Himself and paid the price with His own blood. My friends, Jesus paid it all. What we need to do is accept His gift of salvation. God bless you. H. Staple-Reid

Has the desire to be successful put your soul in danger? Is being successful more important than drawing closer to God? At the end of your days on earth the life you live for God trumps everything you have attained. Therefore, live the life that counts. Live for Jesús. That is what really matters.