"I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." (John 15:5) Teach me, Lord, how to abide in You,to remain in You,to rest in You. When so many confusing words,false words, and harsh wordscome into …
A Prayer of Sojourner Truth
Oh, God, you know I have no money, but you can make the people do for me, and you must make the people do for me. I will never give you peace till you do, God. By Sojourner Truth, former slave and advocate for the defense of human dignity.
Prayer of Dependence: Habakkuk
This past weekend at Eastbrook Church, I had the privilege of continuing our "Great Prayers of the Bible" series by co-preaching with my wife, Kelly. This weekend's message explores the prayer of Habakkuk during the impending judgment and exile of the people of God. With our attention on chapter 3, Kelly and I developed our message around …
Praying to the Powerful God [30 Days of Prayer]
“Power belongs to God.” (Psalm 62:11) Psalm 62 begins with some of the most memorable lines in the psalms: For God alone my soul waits in silence; from him comes my salvation. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be greatly shaken. (Psalm 62:1-2) The psalmist's words express a deep dependence upon God. Many …
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Saturday Prayer 52
Unless the LORD builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. (Psalm 127:1 NIV) oh, Father, keep me from failed efforts and fruitless labors in this day and the coming year. I stop and bring all my hopes and developing dreams into Your …
Matthew Erickson 