“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.” 2 Corinthians 4:7 NIV
God of power,
Yesterdays reading about how You, God almighty, chose us. The foolish, yes the foolish to shame the wise and the weak to shame the strong (1 Corinthians 1:27,28). It reminded me of this little verse in 2 Corinthians. How small and vulnerable we are and yet how strong and victorious we can be in Jesus, in You God. These little earthly jars of clay, vulnerable and breakable, You choose to shine in and through with divine glory. You make us strong when we are weak, able when we are not able and wise in Your wisdom when we need help. And, secure in the knowledge of Your indwelling eternal light and love.
Today, we just want to stop and be filled again with wonder. Wonder at Your creation. Wonder that You created man and wonder that we can have Jesus living in us, with us and granting us the riches of His grace. We want to enjoy Your presence and give our lives afresh to You.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Suggestions for prayer . . .
God who lights up our life from within,
For our family and friends. Light their way ahead whatever they are going through.
For our church, Ministers, lay leaders, members. Thank You for each other.
For the royal family. For Charles as he begins to take on appointments. And Kates health.
For our Parliament, MP’s to shine with truth, integrity, and service.
For local elections of Police Commissioners.
For Ukraine, peace. A supernatural end to war. We look to You.
For Gaza, a way to live with neighbours, together in peace.
For Sudan, Myanmar, all other places of conflict and Military oppression. Respect for life.
For our local: police, hospitals, doctors, justice system, fire service . . .
For the Christians in countries where there is persecution, famine and poverty.
For the agencies providing medical treatment and aid in war zones.
For our own need for healing and comfort and help with decisions and to remember to enjoy the day in Your company.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Tuesday 30th April 2024
Beautiful Lord, wonderful Savior
I know for sure all of my days are held in Your hand
And crafted into Your perfect plan
You gently called me into Your presence
Guiding me by Your Holy Spirit
Teach me dear Lord, to live all of my life
Through Your eyes
And I’m captured by Your Holy calling
Set me apart, I know You’re drawing me to Yourself
Lead me Lord, I pray
Take me and mould me, use me, fill me
I give my life to the Potter’s hand
Call me, You guide me, lead me, walk beside me
I give my life to the Potter’s hand
You gently call me into Your presence
Guiding me by Your Holy Spirit
Teach me dear Lord, to live all of my life
Through Your eyes
And I’m captured by Your Holy calling
Set me apart, I know You’re drawing me to Yourself
Lead me Lord, I pray
Take me and mould me, use me, fill me
I give my life to the Potter’s hand
Call me, You guide me, lead me, walk beside me
I give my life to the Potter’s hand
Lyrics: Darlene Joyce Zschech