“This child is destined to cause many in Israel to fall, but he will be a joy to many others. He has been sent as a sign from God, but many will oppose him. 35As a result, the deepest thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your very soul.”

“You are my dearly loved Son, and you bring me great joy.

Lord God,
I seek your truth and pray I may please you in my obedience to your instruction. Lord I have filtered your word thru my understanding, Lord reveal your understanding to me and may I please you.

In Jesus name,
Amen

“My Father! If it is possible, let this cup of suffering be taken away from me. Yet I want your will to be done, not mine.”

Lord God, my Father,
Give me the courage to stand with you in all parts of my life, help me to be a wise servant and multiply the gifts you trust me with and not hide them.

In Jesus name,
Amen

You also must be ready all the time, for the Son of Man will come when least expected.

If the master returns and finds that the servant has done a good job, there will be a reward.

Lord God,
May I live my life in a constant state of doing your will. May I do your will at all times. Lord God, I surrender to you now take from me my evil desires so I may be relived from my conflict and struggle to be in control and allow you to rule all of me.

In Jesus name,
Amen

“Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.”

Lord God,
Expose my humanity in me and help me put all my trust and faith in you.
In Jesus name,
Amen

17Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John,because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being.

Lord God,
I pray to have my eyes open to see your message for me. Lord help me with my obedience and remove distractions from my path.
In Jesus name,
Amen

Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand.”

So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. 30But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted.

Lord God,
Help me with my leadership of my family. Lord give me wisdom and obedience to act on your desire for me.
In Jesus name,
Amen

“What kind of man did you go into the wilderness to see? Was he a weak reed, swayed by every breath of wind? 8Or were you expecting to see a man dressed in expensive clothes?

And from the time John the Baptist began preaching until now, the Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing, and violent people are attacking it.

Lord God,
Make me strong in your power, help me to stand firm for you, give me discernment to see evil and strength to stand against it in Love.
In Jesus name,
Amen

Then the entire town came out to meet Jesus, but they begged him to go away and leave them alone.

“The harvest is great, but the workers are few. 38So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.”

Lord God,
Give me power over my desires to serve you completely, make me one of your workers, replace my desires with yours.

In Jesus name,
Amen

When Joseph woke up, he did as the angel of the Lord commanded and took Mary as his wife.

Yes, every tree that does not produce good fruit will be chopped down and thrown into the fire.

Lord God,
Be with me, protect me, Make me pure with your spirit. May I produce much fruit for you alone.

In Jesus name,
Amen

“No!” Peter declared emphatically. “Even if I have to die with you, I will never deny you!” And all the others vowed the same.

Suddenly, Jesus’ words flashed through Peter’s mind: “Before the rooster crows twice, you will deny three times that you even know me.” And he broke down and wept.

Lord God,
My spirit is strong but my flesh is weak. Lord God, give me power over my flesh, help me to Live in my spirit and do your will not my own.
In Jesus name,
Amen