Friday, May 23, 2014

Joyful, Prayerful, Thankful



Always be joyful.  Never stop praying.  Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.

—1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NLT)



Heavenly Father,


Grant me the strength to resist any temptation to give into my fleshly inclinations, so that I may remain joyful, prayerful and thankful in all situations and circumstances—and Your will can be accomplished in my life.


Regardless of how I might feel in any particular moment, may my joy—my deep happiness that is fueled by continuing to walk with You in faith—remain constant and unchanged.

Regardless of how busy and disordered my day might become, may I continue unceasingly in prayerful conversation with the Prince of Peace—the One who brings order to my chaos and peace to all things.

Regardless of what circumstances I may find myself in, may I remain thankful—continually expressing my gratefulness to You from the innermost parts of my heart—knowing that You work all things for my good.


Grant me the strength to resist any temptation to give into my fleshly inclinations, so that I may remain joyful, prayerful and thankful in all situations and circumstances—and Your will can be accomplished in my life.


In the name of Jesus, Amen.

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