Praying the Scriptures
Thursday Morning Prayer
February 13, 2025
Accept whatever befalls you, and in times of humiliation be patient. For gold is tested in the fire, and those found acceptable, in the furnace of humiliation. (Sirach 2:4-5)
Gracious and steadfast Lord,
As the sun rises over the rugged beauty of the Florida Mountains, painting the desert sky in hues of gold and crimson, I turn my heart to You. The cool morning air carries whispers of Your presence, and I breathe in the quiet strength You provide.
Today, Lord, I embrace Your refining work in my life. Your word teaches, “Accept whatever befalls you, and in times of humiliation be patient. For gold is tested in the fire, and those found acceptable, in the furnace of humiliation.” I know that trials will come, just as the desert knows both drought and storm, but I trust that You are using every moment to shape me into something precious in Your sight.
When the winds of adversity blow across my path, help me stand firm like the mesquite, whose roots run deep. When the burdens of the day press upon me, remind me that I am not alone. You, O Lord, are my refuge and my strength, my guide through the wilderness.
Let my heart be steadfast and my spirit unshaken, for You are faithful to those who trust in You. As I step forward into this new day, may my words and deeds reflect the patience and endurance You are cultivating within me.
In Jesus’ name, I pray.
Amen.
May this prayer bring you peace and inspiration for your day.
The Bible passages come from the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) Bible, copyrighted © 1989, 1993 by the Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America and are used by permission. All rights reserved. Praying the Scriptures is penned daily by Kenny Sallee, ThM.
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