Those from every tribe of Israel who set their hearts on seeking the Lord, the God of Israel, followed the Levites to Jerusalem to offer sacrifices to the Lord, the God of their ancestors. 

“Since they have humbled themselves, I will not destroy them but will soon give them deliverance. My wrath will not be poured out on Jerusalem through Shishak. 8They will, however, become subject to him, so that they may learn the difference between serving me and serving the kings of other lands.”

Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the Lord’s anger turned from him, and he was not totally destroyed. Indeed, there was some good in Judah.

Lord God my Father,

Search me and know my heart. Remove my selfish desires and place in me the desires you designed for me. Help me to get past my own self inflicted barriers and move me forward in my walk with you in ways that show your glory in all I do. You are my only desire.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen

Then the king said to the man of God, “Intercede with the Lord your God and pray for me that my hand may be restored.” So the man of God interceded with the Lord, and the king’s hand was restored and became as it was before.

The old prophet answered, “I too am a prophet, as you are. And an angel said to me by the word of the Lord: ‘Bring him back with you to your house so that he may eat bread and drink water.’ ” (But he was lying to him.) 

You came back and ate bread and drank water in the place where he told you not to eat or drink. Therefore your body will not be buried in the tomb of your ancestors.’ ”

Lord God my Father,

Keep me from testing you and having to ask forgiveness. Show me the path that is straight and give me wisdom to stay on it, not straying to my desires that do not honor you. Keep deceit at bay and allow your Peace to grow as my guide and protect me. I want to know you so I may follow you directly.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen

“Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.

Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised. 31Honor her for all that her hands have done,

Lord God my Father,

Allow me to hear your desire and put it into action. Bring my family under your guidance and bless my wife who loves you.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen

“Since this is your attitude and you have not kept my covenant and my decrees, which I commanded you, I will most certainly tear the kingdom away from you and give it to one of your subordinates. 

Lord God my Father,

Allow your Peace to be the most powerful influence in my life. Protect and give me discernment when this Peace is under attack. Allow me to rest in your plan and not stray with my thoughts.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen

Whoever fears God will avoid all extremes.

God created mankind upright, but they have gone in search of many schemes.”

Even if the wise claim they know, they cannot really comprehend it.

Always be clothed in white, and always anoint your head with oil. 

Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. 14For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.

Lord God my Father,

Keep me in your stillness, help me to see the peace below the surface. I don’t need to understand, just trust in your plan. Protect me from the darkness that lurks and allow your way to rest comfortably within me.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen

For with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief.

“For whom am I toiling,” he asked, “and why am I depriving myself of enjoyment?” This too is meaningless— a miserable business!

Moreover, when God gives someone wealth and possessions, and the ability to enjoy them, to accept their lot and be happy in their toil—this is a gift of God. 20They seldom reflect on the days of their life, because God keeps them occupied with gladness of heart.

The more the words, the less the meaning,

Lord God my Father,

Lord God, your design is perfect and my desire to understand keeps me from understanding. Help me find the Peace you designed for me so I may allow your understanding to rest on me. Bring your delightful desire to rest in me and keep me at Peace with today’s struggles. Show me how to experience your delight in all situations and not allow negativity to darken my spirit.

In Jesus Name I pray,

Amen

The rich are wise in their own eyes; one who is poor and discerning sees how deluded they are.

By justice a king gives a country stability, but those who are greedy for bribes tear it down.

Fools give full vent to their rage, but the wise bring calm in the end.

The righteous detest the dishonest; the wicked detest the upright.

Lord God my Father,

Give me your wisdom in every situation before me today. Be my discernment and help me to capture my thoughts that honor you and place boundaries to all other. Keep me in your stillness and show me how to protect it.

In Jesus name I pray,

Amen