But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News.

Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you.

Lord God,
Be with me and help me to be in you to the point that this world has no effect on me, may I be under your authority for all actions and thoughts I have. May I posses the heart of Jesus.

2Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love.

throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. 23Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.

Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all types of evil behavior. 32Instead, be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, just as God through Christ has forgiven you.

As slaves of Christ, do the will of God with all your heart. 7Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

For if these things are done when the tree is green, what will happen when it is dry?”

So they worshiped him and then returned to Jerusalem filled with great joy.

Lord God,
May I believe wholehearted, Lord God help me to a faith where you will allow my eyes to be open to see your glory in all things. Protect me from distractions of this world.

In Jesus Name,
Amen

‘Yes,’ the king replied, ‘and to those who use well what they are given, even more will be given. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away.

we know that you speak and teach what is right and are not influenced by what others think.

Lord God,
Give me power over the worldly possessions so I may surrender them to your glory. Do not allow my flawed desires to rule over me, help me to surrender my excuses and justifications to you.

Even if that person wrongs you seven times a day and each time turns again and asks forgiveness, you must forgive.”

I’m going to see that she gets justice, because she is wearing me out with her constant requests!’”

Lord God,
Reveal in me the areas I am unwilling to forgive. Lord, give me your heart and understanding. I am unable to live in harmony with others on my won.
In Jesus name,
Amen

“When you are invited to a wedding feast, don’t sit in the seat of honor. What if someone who is more distinguished than you has also been invited? 9The host will come and say, ‘Give this person your seat.’ Then you will be embarrassed, and you will have to take whatever seat is left at the foot of the table!

“But Abraham said, ‘If they won’t listen to Moses and the prophets, they won’t be persuaded even if someone rises from the dead.’”

Lord God,
I struggle so much to have a humble heart, Lord God, I accept the hardship I create by not surrendering all to you. Lord God, take from me my will and allow me to live in your understanding with your power driving my actions. I surrender my life, all of it to your care.
In Jesus name,
Amen

The time is coming when everything that is covered up will be revealed, and all that is secret will be made known to all. 3Whatever you have said in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have whispered behind closed doors will be shouted from the housetops for all to hear!

“And a servant who knows what the master wants, but isn’t prepared and doesn’t carry out those instructions, will be severely punished.

Lord God,
Help me to use your power in me to stop speaking any lies, Help me to seek your wisdom in all relationships I have and act as thou I am with you at all times. Help me to do only your will.
In Jesus name,
Amen

I have given you authority over all the power of the enemy, and you can walk among snakes and scorpions and crush them. Nothing will injure you. 20But don’t rejoice because evil spirits obey you; rejoice because your names are registered in heaven.”

As Jesus was leaving, the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees became hostile and tried to provoke him with many questions. 54They wanted to trap him into saying something they could use against him.

Lord God my Father,
Help me to rejoice in your glory and not my strength. Help me to be aware when I am not working with you. Give me your power to overcome my weakness and not try to justify my failings. May I be driven by your will in all I do.
In Jesus name,
Amen

‘When they look, they won’t really see.
When they hear, they won’t understand.’

Its significance was hidden from them, so they couldn’t understand it, and they were afraid to ask him about it.

Lord God,
May my faith be pure, may I be worthy to hear and understand, May I be bold enough to ask for the true meaning and may the glory of the Lord overpower my own desires.
In Jesus name,
Amen

‘God blesses those who do not turn away because of me.

“Your faith has saved you; go in peace.”

Lord God,
May I not turn away from you today, May I have faith to follow you in all this day brings.
In Jesus name,
Amen