March 8, 2019
Psalm 91:14-16 Contemporary English Version
Today is the third day of our 40 Day Lenten Series, “Praying for a Kingdom Heart.” Lent should be a time of prayerful reflection, repentance, and restoration as we draw closer to the heart of God. We pursue God’s presence and enjoy time with him; we learn from his wisdom and gain valuable insights and revelations. Having a Kingdom heart brings an attitude of surrender before the Lord. So, today reflect on this question, “Do you perceive God as your Righteous Rescuer?”
Scripture teaches the Lord will deliver his children from every evil attack and will bring us safely into his heavenly Kingdom (2 Tim 4:18). He is the Righteous Rescuer. Our part is to stay close to him; to connect, attach, or bind ourselves to him. In this connected place, we know the heart of God experientially. In other words, because of our connection in Christ we have heart knowledge of God. This becomes a place of intimacy between God and each individual; a place of deep trust and devotion to the truth of God’s love for his creation. Has God ever pulled you from a difficult or even dangerous situation? Or, maybe God has rescued you by providing the resources you needed to get beyond a difficult situation? However he has chosen to rescue you in the past, it has been to reveal his unfailing love for you and to call you into a greater measure of trust and protection.
During Lent, we will be using the acronym P.R.A.Y. as we pray for a Kingdom Heart. P=praise, R=repent, A=ask, and Y=yield. May God bless you as you spend time in God’s Word and in prayer today.
Psalm 91:14-16
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The Lord says,
“If you love me
and truly know who I am,
I will rescue you
and keep you safe.
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When you are in trouble,
call out to me.
I will answer and be there
to protect and honor you.
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You will live a long life
and see my saving power.”
Prayer: Lord, I praise you for always being there fore me; you are my Righteous Rescuer. There have been times in my life when you have disconnected me from unhealthy situations in order to bring me into your glorious light and Truth. You have provided everything I have needed to continue my journey with you. I confess and repent of the times I did not immediately turn to thank you even though I knew you had moved in my life. I am sorry, Lord. I ask for you to continue to rescue me from evil; help me see clearly so I may cooperate with your will and Spirit. I will yield to your will and accept the ways you may choose to rescue me. In Jesus’ name. Amen.