3“But Lord,” exclaimed Ananias, “I’ve heard many people talk about the terrible things this man has done to the believers

Then Peter replied, “I see very clearly that God shows no favoritism. 35In every nation he accepts those who fear him and do what is right.

Lord God,
Remove completely the fear I carry, give me an obedient spirit that does your will above my own. Use me to do your will and share your love to all starting with my family and friends. May strangers and family see you thru my witness.

In Jesus name,
Amen

Moses assumed his fellow Israelites would realize that God had sent him to rescue them, but they didn’t.

for I can see that you are full of bitter jealousy and are held captive by sin.”

Lord God,
Open the eyes of this world to see you, remove the arrogance and selfishness from the hearts of your people. Open my heart to hold only your spirit and use me for your work.

In Jesus name,
Amen

The members of the council were amazed when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, for they could see that they were ordinary men with no special training in the Scriptures. They also recognized them as men who had been with Jesus.

“Do you think God wants us to obey you rather than him? 20We cannot stop telling about everything we have seen and heard.”

Lord God,
Give a boldness to my faith, take from me any fear or weakness and deliver me into your spirit, may I obey you above this world.

In Jesus name,
Amen

“O Lord, you know every heart.

‘I see that the Lord is always with me.
I will not be shaken, for he is right beside me.

Lord God,
Know my heart and give it your desire, may I have faith that you are in control and release that control to your care. May I only allow your truth to rest on my heart and may that give my comfort and peace.

In Jesus name,
Amen

Then he opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.

Then the disciple Jesus loved said to Peter, “It’s the Lord!”

Lord God,
Open my mind and protect it from compromise. Increase my faith and your ability in my life. May I see you.

In Jesus name,
Amen

I was born and came into the world to testify to the truth. All who love the truth recognize that what I say is true.”

Lord God,
May I hear your words and only hear your truth.

In Jesus name,
Amen

Anyone who doesn’t love me will not obey me.

And all the people yelled back, “We will take responsibility for his death—we and our children!”

Lord God,
Open my eyes to see the deepness of your Love, may I accept your truth for this world and reflect your truth in Love. May my actions be Holy by my surrender to your will and may the world be attracted to your truth thru my witness to you.

In Jesus name,
Amen

Father, bring glory to your name.”

I say to you what I say to everyone: Watch for him!”

Lord God,
May I bring Glory to your name, may my ears, eyes and spirit be open to your truth. May I always keep watch for your truth

“His father said to him, ‘Look, dear son, you have always stayed by me, and everything I have is yours. 32We had to celebrate this happy day. For your brother was dead and has come back to life! He was lost, but now he is found!’”

Lord God,
Take me back into your family, I have wondered for so many years and I am starving for your peace and truth in my purpose. Restore me to your original design.

In Jesus name,
Amen

We know that God doesn’t listen to sinners, but he is ready to hear those who worship him and do his will.

If you are filled with light, with no dark corners, then your whole life will be radiant,

Lord God,
May I only listen to you, may I live a life pure in my spirit to truly know you and do your will. Open my eyes to see and give me strength to do your will. Reveal the darkness I allow and shine your light on it.

In Jesus name,
Amen