“Because of the miraculous signs Jesus did in Jerusalem at the Passover celebration, many began to trust in him. But Jesus didn’t trust them, because he knew all about people. No one needed to tell him about human nature, for he knew what was in each person’s heart.” John 2:23-25 NLT
Miraculous God,
Many believed in Your Son because of His miracles. But He didn’t trust them because He knew what was in their hearts! He knew and still went to the cross . . .
John called Jesus, ‘Your Word’ (John 1:1-5), who was with You from the beginning and through whom all things were created. He is also called Wisdom, Your Wisdom (1 Corinthians 1:24). He knows everything all the time. That takes some considering.
You know all about all people. That is a sweeping statement. It could be seen as general. You know all about how people behave in general. But then John clarifies how You see . . . You see each persons heart. And You know our inmost thoughts and feelings and still love us, fickle as we are!
Today these verses inspires two requests. First that you find my heart faithful and help me keep it clean and pure. Secondly that You help me be able to know, who like You, can be trusted. It is good to know who we can confide in and ask for help.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Suggested for prayer . . .
Miraculous God,
For our family, friends, neighbours. For their needs, some of which we know nothing about.
For our Ministers, lay leaders, church members. Churches in our vicinity.
We pray for kings and all those in authority (1 Timothy 2:2). Ours and in other nations.
For the general election and members of Parliament who will serve their constituencies honestly.
For the NHS, the countries finances, education and employment.
For Paris and athletes preparing for the Olympics. All nations to compete together safely at peace.
For Gaza, and the Middle East. Solutions for peace and the best for all.
For Ukraine, an end to war.
For those who are a friend in need or a friend who meets a need. For active friendships.
For us a good day to encourage ourselves, be encouraged by You and give thanks.
In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
Worship Sunday 30th June 2024
Sunday worship. Our best friend. Does not hold anything against us, understands us and loves unconditionally.
What a Friend we have in Jesus,
All our sins and griefs to bear!
What a privilege to carry
Everything to God in prayer!
O what peace we often forfeit,
O what needless pain we bear,
All because we do not carry
Everything to God in prayer!
Have we trials and temptations?
Is there trouble anywhere?
We should never be discouraged,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
Can we find a friend so faithful
Who will all our sorrows share?
Jesus knows our every weakness,
Take it to the Lord in prayer.
re we weak and heavy-laden,
Cumbered with a load of care?
Precious Savior, still our refuge—
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
Do thy friends despise, forsake thee?
Take it to the Lord in prayer;
In His arms He’ll take and shield thee,
Thou wilt find a solace there.
Lyrics: Joseph Scriven.